Feb 28 2008
California has it’s own version of Old Faithful in the Northern California town of Calistoga. Every 30 minutes or so the geyser shoots a stream of 350-degree Fahrenheit water 60 feet into the air. The Calistoga geyser is only one of three “old faithful’s” in the world. The grounds around the geyser feature a large picnic area where familys can bring their own picnic lunches. There is also a snack bar and and gift shop. Continue Reading »
Feb 21 2008
Irvine Park Railroad is located, you guessed it, in Irvine Park in Orange County, California. The train takes you about a mile around the park and lasts about 12 minutes. You travel under a canopy of oak trees and past the park lake on your train journey. Just before you return to the station the train enters a tunnel which to the delight of the children echos the screams and yells of the passengers. The train ride and everything else that goes with Irvine Park make this a perfect California family destination. Continue Reading »