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Rollercoasters are awesome and who doesn’t like frolicking at the beach, but family trips to California can bolster young minds too. Hands-on museums are huge, including San Francisco’s Exploratorium; the Tech Interactive in San Jose; MOXI, the Wolf Museum of Science + Exploration in Santa Barbara; and the Fleet Science Center in San Diego. The state’s zoos and aquariums are particularly adept at mixing flat-out fun with info-rich attractions and experiences that engage young minds. Also, junior ranger programs at many state and national parks can help kids learn about conservation.
20 ‘SchoolCation’ Deals in California
Relocate your remote classroom or office to one of these resorts, equipped with both Wi-Fi and fun
Explore Edutourism
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15 Amazing Outdoor Adventures
California offers endless reasons to get outside and explore
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14 Fun Family Experiences
Encourage your kids’ creativity, ingenuity, and think-big optimism at these top-notch attractions
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Torrey Pines Gliderport
Soar the skies above La Jolla’s rugged seaside cliffs, blufftop mansions, and the sandy shoreline at Black’s Beach
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8 Places to See Orange County’s Gorgeous (and Free) Art
Public art lines the parks, hotels, and shopping malls of these Southern California towns
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Discover the History of San Francisco, L.A., and San Diego
With both famous landmarks and hidden treasures, the past is present in California’s major cities
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California Questionnaire: Freddie Rodriguez
The cycling legend shares his favorite places to ride and kick back in the Bay Area and beyond
California's Delicious Diversity
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San Diego Zoo, Bishop, Mount Shasta
38min
Michelin Guide, L.A. to Paso Robles, LGBTQ Travel
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Outdoor Spaces in California Urban Centers
42min
Celebrate California Farmers and Farmworkers
37min
Road Trip: Music to Wine on 99
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Fascinating Road Trips
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Jonny Moseley, Orange County, Museum Hack
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Southern California's Greatest Hits
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Central California's Greatest Hits
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