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California, a state of endless adventure, offers a plethora of family-friendly attractions that will delight visitors of all ages. From the enchanting magic of Disneyland to the breathtaking natural wonders of Yosemite National Park, there’s something for everyone in this sun-kissed state. This state is also an ideal vacation spot year-round: splash in the Pacific ocean in the summer, wander through pumpkin patches in the fall, zoom down snowy mountains in the winter, and hike through the Redwood forests in the spring. Whether you’re seeking coastal bliss, mountain escapades, or urban excitement, California has it all.

Charlie Brown and Snoopie ride the historic East Broad Top Railway to find a Halloween pumpkin. Photo c. Matthew Malkiewicz for East Broad Railroad Foundation — Article
24 Fabulous Fall Getaways For 2024 September 17, 2024 | FTFstaff
Fall is a fabulous time to get away without busting the budget, whether you want to take the kids apple picking and leaf peeping, head to a festival, or revel in your first trip...

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California Haunted Houses and Halloween Happiness September 16, 2024 | Erin J. Boyle
Discover ghosts, goblins and Halloween costumes along with ghoulishly fun frights at California haunted houses, theme parks and other Halloween venues. Since the fright industry...

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Clowns and ghouls play on the thrill rides and around concession stands at Six Flags parks for the Halloween holidays. — Article
Halloween Events and Six Flags Fright Fest Extreme at Great Adventure Themepark September 10, 2024 | Allison Hyman-Tibaldi
This year, Six Flags Great Adventure in New Jersey is back to its old haunts during the annual Fright Fest Extreme. It's bigger and better than...

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Surviving Halloween Horror Nights at Universal September 06, 2024 | Kyle McCarthy
Having survived a night of gleeful terror at Universal Orlando Resort’s Halloween Horror Nights, I can report that #HHN is a blast. Before you die, take just...

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Leaf Peeker’s Guide To America’s Fall Foliage September 04, 2024 | FTFstaff
Fall foliage tours and affordable leaf peeping road trips are easy to plan if you use this How-To, Where-To Leaf Peeker's Guide with tips on the best places to see leaf colors...

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Boy holding his catch while fishing at a mountain stream. — Article
Summer Fun At Western Ski Resorts August 26, 2024 | FTFstaff
Western ski resorts known for winter and skiing offer summer fun at family-friendly mountain destinations. Parents love that lodging and activities are economical and the weather...

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Hikers walking the Badwater Trail in Death Valley National Park. — Article
5 Great Kid-Friendly Hikes Near Las Vegas August 23, 2024 | Deborah Wall
Traveling with young children? I want to share five great, kid-friendly hikes in the unspoiled wilderness of nearby Nevada, Utah, California and Arizona. We live in Nevada so we...

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California Apple Farms – U-Pick ‘Em And Enjoy July 30, 2024 | Seth A. Gladstone
The late summer and early fall is apple picking time for San Francisco and Bay Area families. Start with our list of California apple farms and u-pick pumpkin fields in Mendocino,...

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Visitors pose for a photo on the Midwest backlot at the Warner Bros. studio tour in Burbank. — Article
Hollywood Dreaming: Top 12 Hollywood Attractions From The Golden Age Of Movies June 23, 2024 | Kyle McCarthy
While Los Angeles has many tourist experiences, families with media savvy kids love Hollywood attractions best. Plan your visit to include the Hollywood sign, stars' homes, the...

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