When going to California for a vacation, one should not miss the opportunity to visit its one-of-a-kind tourist attractions. On top of the to-do list is to visit the Magic Mountain which can be found on the east of Los Angeles. To get the full experience, one should allot a day to walk around and enjoy the rides of the amusement park.

The best days to visit are weekdays for a lesser crowd and shorter queues. One of the main attractions of the park is its collection of roller coasters of different sizes for all ages. Next to the long list of must-sees during a California vacation is Disneyland. There’s always a kid in everyone that would love to go to Disneyland. Like in any other theme or amusement park, the best season to visit Disneyland is during fall when children are in school. It showcases themed rides from Disney movies that one grew up with, Snow White, Cinderella, and of course, the world’s favourite mouse, Mickey, among others. Next stop during a California holiday is the Monterey Bay Aquarium which features over 35,000 different ocean creatures.

Aside from the diverse water creatures, other attractions of the aquarium are the Kelp Forest, Outer Bay, and Splash Zone which make people learn more about the wonders of the sea and be in touch with it.

After going to all the famous theme and amusement parks during a California vacation, one shouldn’t miss the opportunity to visit the world’s city of the stars, Hollywood. One can visit the Hollywood Boulevard where the famous Walk of Fame can be found, check out the long list of theatres where great performances and world-class productions are held every now and then, such as the Grauman’s Chinese Theatre and Kodak Theatre. It is also in Hollywood where one can see Paramount Pictures and Universal Studios. Another tip for first time tourists taking a California holiday, one can also reserve tickets to watch live some of the best Hollywood shows such as The Tonight Show with Conan O’ Brien, Ellen Degeneres Show, and other game and talk shows.

When one just wants to relax from the city life, going to Lake Tahoe would be the best choice. Lake Tahoe showcases the beauty of nature and accessibility of outdoor sports within a commercialized and urban city. Some of the most popular activities are hiking the Horsetail Falls, Angora Lakes, and Eagle Lake, horseback riding at the Camp Richardson Resort, and even biking around the city. Winter also offers a lot of opportunities for outdoor sports enthusiasts. Dogsleds, ice skates, and snow mobiles are some of the sports equipment that can be rented in the area. Another laidback tourist destination is the Yosemite National Park which makes one more in touch with nature. Like Lake Tahoe, the Yosemite National Park also has a provision for hiking, rock climbing, bird watching, biking, and fishing. Aside from the usual nature tripping activities, the Park is also a great venue for art and photography sessions because of the beautiful sights and sceneries around the area.

Another tourist destination one should not pass during a California vacation is Napa Valley. Napa Valley is known for its grape orchards and wine distilleries. Some orchards and distilleries are open to tourists to show them how wine is processed and kept. Napa Valley also has quite a number of restaurants that offer a variety of wines from wine makers in their city. Tourists who are on a California holiday can also buy a bottle or two as a souvenir of the place.

Enjoying a California holiday does not only make one relieved from stress but also brings one closer to nature and the culture of California.