- State of California
Travel and Tourism.
- Calendar of events.
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- Anaheim/Orange
County
- "This land that once knew the glory of prosperous vineyards, orange
groves, silver mines and oil fields today encompasses a sweeping metropolis
filled with people of diverse backgrounds who share a common pride in
this region and a sense of accomplishment in realizing their dreams.
"
- Calendar
of events.
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- Bakersfield
- "Visitors have enjoyed Bakersfield's hospitality since the mid-1800's
when the community's founder, Colonel Thomas Baker, set aside a portion
of his land as a resting place for weary travelers and their animals.
"
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Calendar
of events.
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- Berkeley
- "A Lovely Place to Visit. A lot to do and see."
- no calendar of events.
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- Beverly Hills
- "Rodeo Drive entices the world's hippest and most charismatic personalities
to experience the ultimate shopping fantasy. The three hallowed blocks
that encompass Rodeo Drive have more to offer than ever before."
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Calendar of events.
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- Big Bear Lake
- "As Southern California's premier vacation and recreation area.
Big Bear Lake offers a world of natural beauty, crisp clean alpine air
and four-seasons of recreation. "
- Calendar
of events.
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- Bodega Bay
- "your source of information on the Bodega Bay Area Serving Bodega
Bay, Bodega, Valley Ford, Freestone, Occidental"
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Calendar
of events.
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- Buena Park
- "Buena Park is the attraction and entertainment capital of Southern
California -- visit us and find out why!"
- no calendar of events.
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- Carlsbad
- "The village by the Sea"
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Calendar
of events.
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- Carmel/Monterey
County
- "Have you really been here?"
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Calendar of events.
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- Catalina
Island
- "Take a
virtual
tour of the island.
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Calendar of events for Avalon or
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Calendar of events for Two Harbors.
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Chico
- "discover the visual arts and galleries, as well as performing arts,
that abound in Chico."
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Calendar
of events.
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Cloverdale
- " Where the Vineyards meet the Redwoods . . . . "
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Calendar of events.
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- Coronado
- "Chart a course to an enchanted island! "
- Calendar
of events.
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- Fresno City
& County
- "Prepare yourself for something special . . . a trip right into
the heart and soul of California. Fresno! A place where reverberant
and colorful contrasts abound."
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Calendar
of events.
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- Laguna
Beach
- "Laguna Beach is a recreational mecca for surfing, swimming, diving,
tennis, golf, fishing and sailing. With gentle sea breezes and some
of the world's cleanest air, beaches and water, Laguna Beach offers
a variety of year-round watersports and ideal weather for hiking, biking,
walking or just strolling through the village. "
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Calendar of events.
Lake Tahoe - see Tahoe below
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Long Beach
- no matter what time of the year you choose to visit Long Beach,
there's always a special event in store. From the city's legendary Naples
Island Boat Parade at Christmas to the popular Long Beach Museum of
Art Summer Concert Series, there's something for everyone."
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Calendar
of events. --- Off line as of last check April 4, 1998.
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- Mammoth Lakes
- "Mammoth Lakes is the center of a vast alpine region offering visitors
a complete mountain resort experience full of outdoor adventure in every
season."
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Calendar of events.
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- Mariposa
County/Yosemite Park
- "With over 300 days of sunshine per year, Mariposa County's climate
offers four seasons of get-a-way satisfaction AND is the ideal central
location for all of your recreational pursuits."
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Calendar of events.
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- Marin
County
- ""blessed with an abundance of natural resources, is recognized
as one of the richest and most beautiful counties in the nation, and
we are proud to share it with visitors from all over the world. There
are many wonderful ways to explore Marin. The magic begins with spectacular
views as you head north across the Golden Gate Bridge or arrive by ferry
into the cities of Larkspur, Sausalito and Tiburon. Visit the Golden
Gate National Recreation Area, Muir Woods National Monument and Point
Reyes National Seashore to experience wildlife and open space that has
been preserved for future generations."
- Calendar
of events.
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- Merced/Yosemite
- "The Gateway to Yosemite."
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Yosemite
calendar of events.
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- Modesto
- "Refreshingly different!"
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Calendar of events.
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- Monterey
County
- "Have you really been here? AGAIN?"
Or
Go Monterey
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Calendar of events.
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- Napa
Valley
- "Today the valley's beauty is undiminished, the wines are better
than ever, and so is the variety of activities the valley has to offer.
Winery tours and wine tasting are perennial favorites with valley visitors,
but there's much more. Fine dining, tours by balloon or train, shopping,
golf, spas, glider rides and art galleries - Napa Valley has truly something
for everyone. "
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Calendar of events.
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Newport Beach
- "Newport Beach is located along the beautiful Pacific Ocean in Orange
County,California, nestled south of Los Angeles, north of San Diego
and southwest of Disneyland in Anaheim, adjacent to John Wayne/Orange
County Airport. Our Mediterranean climate of balmy days and cool evenings
provides a perfect year-round backdrop for a refreshing vacation, successful
business conference or family outing. We invite you to share in the
beauty of our city and all it has to offer. Surrounded by one of the
largest small-boat harbors in the world and lazily stretching itself
along more than six miles of scenic Pacific coastline, Newport Beach
beckons national and international visitors to moor at our magnificent
harbor or lodge at any of our world-class hotels. Once you arrive, you'll
soon discover why we call Newport Beach "The Colorful Coast." "
Calendar of events.
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Oakland
- "Spanish explorers first entered the area that is now Oakland by
land on March 27, 1772. They reported the natural geography as possibly
the most perfect on earth. Near the shore were stands of magnificent
oaks; on the hills stood acres of giant redwoods.In the spring, wildflowers
filled the valley with golden poppies and purple iris. Deer, rabbit,
bear and wildcat roamed the woods. Creeks tumbled into a Bay filled
with salmon, crab, sturgeon, smelt, lobsters, clams and mussels.
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Calendar of events.
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- Oakland
- "The official site, but the one above is better for tourist."
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- Ojai Valley
- "Sample suggested drives"
- Ojai Valley Trail
- "A rails-to-trails conversion of the 100 year-old railroad line
that hauled trainloads of oranges from local orchards to markets
around the world. Links Ojai to Ventura's Foster Park 9 miles to
the south. For walkers, joggers, cyclists, equestrians."
- The Valley of Shangri-La
- "The view from the Dennison Grade as seen by Ronald Coleman
in the 1937 film classic "Lost Horizon." Follow Highway 150 east
toward the Upper Ojai Valley, and stop at this vista point for an
awesome sight."
Calendar of events can be reached easily through their home page.
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Ontario
- "Ontario is one of California's first planned communities. Known
as 'The Model Colony'."
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Calendar of events. <-- being revamped. April 4, 1998.
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- Oxnard & Harbors
- "Our friendliness and vitality will surprise you . . . the beauty
of our surroundings will awaken you. Curling waves will crash and glisten
in the sun, and you'll trace new steps in the sands of history."
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Calendar of events.
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- Palm Springs
<-- unable to connect April 4, 1998
- "Conde Nast Magazine calls Palm Springs "the hippest destination
in America." Some locals call it "a cruise ship that never docks." It's
an oasis in the Southern California desert, surrounded by spectacular
mountains, bathed in sunshine and clean air, sparkling with flowers,
golf courses and lots more..."
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Calendar
of events.
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- Palm Springs
Desert Resorts
- "Check out what the resorts have to offer!"
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Calendar of events.
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Pasadena
- "A world apart, yet just a short 30 minute drive to downtown Los
Angeles and within an hour's drive to all major attractions, Pasadena
is a perfect base for a week of exploring Southern California."
- no calendar of events.
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- Petaluma
- " Few cities of our size in America have earned the reputation that
Petaluma can claim. We have gone from being one of California's largest
cities (1860's) to the World's Egg Basket (early 1900's) to the World's
Wristwresting Capitol(current)."
- no calendar of events.
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- Pleasanton,
Livermore, Dublin
- "Northern California's Golden Wine Region."
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Calendar of events.
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- Redondo Beach
- "The new, $10,000,000, pier is something to see. Connecting the
pleasure pier with the International Boardwalk, the new pier replaced
the one destroyed in the terrible fire of 1988. When replacing The Pier
the City built a new fishing area where fishermen, fisherwomen and kids
can cast their bait into the famous Redondo Canyon. The new Redondo
Horseshoe Pier is a short walk from all Harbor Hotels and there is ample
parking if you drive. This area is a must see for all visitors and residents
alike."
- Calendar
of events.
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- Ridgecrest
Area
- "Metropolitan amenities with small town affordability... dozens
of natural and man made attractions... and the most consistent great
weather in North America. Welcome to Ridgecrest, California, the perfect
oasis for your next vacation! Home to Death Valley."
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Calendar of events.
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- Russian
River, Guerneville
- "Volunteers are in the office most days and can help you find accomodations
or plan an afternoon of beach combing, Gray Whale, Sea Lion, or bird
watching. or provide information about dining, canoeing,swimming, biking,
hiking, shopping, getting a massage, renting a video, going fishing,
riding a horse, playing golf, taking a hot air balloon ride or finding
some night life. Whatever your interests, we hope your time in our area
generates good memories."
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Calendar of events.
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- Sacramento
- "A big-time city with a small town flavor, Sacramento is a destination
of delightful contrasts."
- no calendar of events.
sactorama.com is
a new local portal for the Sacramento area.
- San Diego
- "San Diego is a perfect vacation getaway, whether you've planned
just a weekend escape or a leisurely stay. There's so much to see and
do in San Diego that it will take you more than just one weekend to
explore it all."
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Calendar of events.
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- San Jose
- "The Capital of Silicon Valley. Nearly 300 sunny days a year."
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Calendar of events.
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- San
Luis Obispo County
- "A warm and friendly vacation destination just halfway between Los
Angeles and San Francisco. Highlights of the county include Hearst Castle,
over 35 wineries, and uncrowded beaches and unmatched scenic beauty.
Our unique small town charm is found in Atascadero, Avila Beach, Cambria,
Cayucos, Grover Beach, Morro Bay, Paso Robles, San Luis Obispo, San
Simeon, Templeton, and other South County treasures."
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Calendar of events.
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- San Mateo
County
- "The Best of the San Francisco Peninsula."
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Calendar of events.
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- Santa Barbara
- "A sunny California paradise with towering peaks and whitesand beaches.
When people think of the Riviera, they generally think of the European
Riviera - a spectacular, narrow coastal strip that stretches along the
Mediterranean Sea from France and Monaco to the northern shores of Italy.
But on the other side of the world, on the shores of the beautiful Pacific
Ocean, lies an American Riviera - Santa Barbara, California."
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Calendar of events.
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- Santa Clara
- "Santa Clara is Silicon Valley Central."
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Calendar of events.
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- Santa Cruz County
- "Welcome to Santa Cruz County! Bordered by magnificent coastal redwoods
on one side and the Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary on the other,
Santa Cruz County is noted for its 29 miles of beaches and a climate
that boasts 300 sunny days a year. Sunset magazine recently named Santa
Cruz the "Best Beach Town" in Northern California!"
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Calendar of events.
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- Santa Monica
- "Welcome to Santa Monica California -- where the sun shines nearly
300 days a year! A community by the sea. "
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Calendar of events.
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- Santa Rosa
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Calendar of events.
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- Shasta Cascade
Wonderland Association - Northern California
- "In the northeast corner of California lies one of the country's
most beautiful regions - the Shasta Cascade. Unspoiled, breathtaking
vistas enthrall visitors with towering mountains, volcanoes, glaciers,
waterfalls, whitewater rivers, dense lush forests, and glistening lakes.
The region boasts seven national forests, several national and state
parks, the Trinity Alps and the California Cascade range - including
two giant glaciated volcanoes, the dormant 14,162 foot Mt. Shasta and
the still active 10,457 foot Lassen Peak."
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Calendar
of events.
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- Sierra
- Central Sierras
and
Calendar
of Events.
Sierra
Foothills and
Calendar
of Events.
Yosemity Sierras
and
Calendar of Events.
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- Solvang
- "Welcome! Velkommen! to Solvang, CA. Danish capital of America.
No passport needed to visit sunny Solvang or outlying areas of Ballard,
Buellton, Lompoc, Los Olivos, Los Alamos and Santa Ynez."
Calendar of events.
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- Sonoma County
- "Just one hour north of the San Francisco and the Golden Gate Bridge
is a land that offers visitors more award-winning wineries than any
other viticulture region in the United States, Redwood forests, 76 miles
of handsome Pacific Coast beaches (complete with a fishing village),
a restored Russian Colony outpost at Fort Ross, self-guided tours of
farms that offer everything from goat cheese to horse and wagon rides,
and much more."
- Calendar
of events.
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- Sonoma Valley
- From the visitors Bureau.
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Calendar of events.
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Stockton
- ""Gateway to the Delta" where you can enjoy over 1,000 miles of
waterways in the Delta region. The Delta offers all sorts of recreational
activities, from houseboats to jet skis, along with an abundance of
fine striped Bass fishing."
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Calendar of events.
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- Tahoe
- Lake Tahoe Vacation
Guide
Comprehensive Guide To Lake Tahoe Activities!
Calendar of events
North Lake Tahoe
-
Calendar of events.
- South
Lake Tahoe
- "There's something for everyone at Lake Tahoe South Shore."
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Calendar of events.
- Vallejo
- "Home of Marine World Africa USA."
- no calendar of events.
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Ventura
- "on California's beautiful coastline, just an hour north of Los
Angeles."
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Calendar of events.
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- Visalia
- "A Fresh Perspective!"
- no calendar of events.
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