Hordes of humans burn tons of jet fuel flying to faraway places so they can trample on sites known for their beauty and history. I did too. Lesson learned.

Think of the new Inglewood venue as a planetarium for the next generation.

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The 2024 Paris Games are a made-for-TV Olympics with the Eiffel Tower, Chateau de Versailles, the Seine, and the Grand Palais each hosting events.

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Home to four major world-class theme or amusement parks, the Los Angeles area offers plenty of inventive ways to get soaked. From Disneyland to Knott's and beyond, we rank SoCal's water rides.

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A leak Saturday afternoon pumped 15,000 gallons of sewage in the Pacific Ocean, causing closures at Venice Beach and Dockweiler State Beach.

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Liven up your Hydro Flask. Splash your way through Disneyland. Chase a glistening ocean view.

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The 'iCarly' star and voice of Margo from 'Despicable Me 4' fills up a fun day with a Frankenstein facial, food, furry felines and family.

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The California State Fair's first-ever cannabis consumption lounge opened on Sunday. Here's what the first four hours and 20 minutes looked like.

The term 'Disney adult' is often associated with an allegiance to a corporation or a refusal to grow up. But maybe the young at heart know something the rest of us don't?

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And in a new railroad garden, upcoming attractions include dinosaurs and a miniature Randy's Donuts.

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The annual Perseid meteor shower requires us to leave behind our light-polluted cities for darker night skies that allow us to see the full luminosity of the celestial attraction.

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The "face tendon" or "TikTok" facial at San Gabriel's JY Beauty uses gua sha and lymphatic massage to firm and lift skin and reduce signs of aging.

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We spent months combing the Southern California coastline to find the 50 best beaches. But did we miss your favorite?

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Ever find yourself in a life-or-death situation in nature? The L.A. Times would like to hear from you.

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Football, family, Randy's Donuts and a few fierce rounds of Cards Against Humanity are on the agenda for 'Abbott Elementary' star Lisa Ann Walter.

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Vacation costs add up fast. We want to hear how much you spent on your vacation and whether it was worth it.

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From museums to parks to cozy restaurants, these are the spots you find yourself returning to whenever you need a dose of joy.

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For Emma Roberts, an ideal Sunday in Los Angeles includes buying books, eating a stack of flannel cakes and continuing a yearlong card game.

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Big Santa Anita Canyon, a beloved hiking area above Arcadia shuttered for years, is slated to open this fall. Some fear a lack of bathrooms means poop will pile up.

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For the 'Land of Women' actor, a perfect Sunday involves pancakes at the Polo Lounge, a pool party with family and friends and dinner at Petit Trois.

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Times theme park critic Todd Martens was handed a wild assignment: Rank every theme park ride in Southern California. The mission was dizzying, literally, as he spent months fastening his seatbelt and zipping through mountains, strapping on AR goggles and floating into fairy tales. He judged each attraction not just on sheer entertainment, but on artistry and historical significance. Here are the results. Below you'll find Martens' guides to Disneyland, Universal Studios, Knott's Berry Farm and Magic Mountain, with their rides ranked from best to worst. Use them to plan a trip to the park — or to start a debate. What would be your No. 1?

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The state library parks pass program was cut until advocates pushed to bring it back. Now library cardholders in the state can visit a state park for free.

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Disneyland is pricey, so is it worth taking a preschooler too small for most the rides? Yes, as long as adults adjust their expectations, plan ahead and slow down.

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For the "How Did This Get Made?" podcast host, Sundays are focused on the Clippers, watching movies with his family, choosing a winning spot for dinner and ending the day with pie.

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Under the state law known as SB 478, which takes effect July 1, businesses now must include mandatory fees — such as resort fees and cleaning fees — in their initial advertised prices.

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Whether it's your favorite vintage shop, bench underneath a tree or bar with the absolute best vibes, tell us about the spot that reliably brings you joy.

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Travelers with the $550-per-year Chase Sapphire Reserve with Priority Pass will get unlimited access to a swanky new lounge at Tom Bradley International Terminal.

From driving tours to weed-friendly wedding venues, Mendocino County is perfectly positioned to attract the canna-curious crowd taking a page from the wine country playbook.

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Splash Mountain closed at Disneyland and Walt Disney World in 2023 to make room for Tiana's Bayou Adventure. The ride is a joyful celebration.

L.A. County is home to about 30 first-come, first-served campgrounds. We'd love to hear which one is your favorite.

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An area of Kings Canyon National Park that was closed due to flooding damage in 2023 is now reopening. Cedar Grove is set to reopen to the public on Monday.

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Amboy has been beset by a series of crises that stretch back more than half a century. But owner Kyle Okura hopes to turn it around. No less than his father's legacy is at stake.

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Everything you need to know to protect yourself from mosquitos while hiking and camping in Southern California.

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Piers around Southern California have a nasty habit of catching fire or otherwise surrendering to the sea. But they endure on our coast, in our civic life and in our imaginations. Why?

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After taking in our list of 101 best West Coast experiences, Times readers make the case for destinations we left out, from a country road in Malibu to a remote beach town on a Canadian island.

Graham Cooper and Adrian Ballinger, California mountaineers whose training for Mt. Everest included sleeping for months in hypoxic tents that mimic conditions at extreme altitude, reached the world's highest summit this week.

Plan your ultimate trip to always-evolving Las Vegas. Try new immersive experiences and the best places to eat on and off the Strip — including desserts approved by Cake Boss Buddy Valastro. Check out the coolest indie shops and escape the neon lights with fun day trips. Bonus: For relaxing and recovering, find some of the best spas in the country. Here's how to get the most out of your next Vegas adventure.

Feeling drained on the Strip? Nature and fun await when you take a drive to Red Rock Canyon, Valley of Fire State Park, the Colorado River's Black Canyon or the Las Vegas Ballpark.

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Reservations are often booked up 6 months in advance at some of the most sought-after camping grounds. What's a procrastinator to do? Consider some of L.A.'s best first-come, first-served sites.

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Join the L.A. Times on a hike along the Lower Arroyo Seco Trail, led by wellness writer Deborah Vankin.

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A perfect Sunday for Los Angeles photographer Todd Selby involves biking, shopping, reading and spending quality time at home — and at his art studio — with his family.

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Marin County, with its rugged beaches and pristine lands, has put a hard cap on short-term rentals, setting off furious debate: Are vacation rentals ruining California's coastal towns? Or opening up the coast to people who can't afford to live there?

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Maleficent, in her dragon form, went up in flames during a performance last year. A reimagined show debuts with new pyro, laser and water effects.

For the last two decades, the Sutter Buttes have been home to a California state park that almost no one is allowed to visit.

The iconic Mirage resort was perhaps best known for its exploding 54-foot man-made volcano, magicians Siegfried and Roy, white tigers and dolphins.

Keep it with you as you wander.

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Of our 101 best West Coast experiences, these resonate most for travel writer Christopher Reynolds. Check out his ranked list of favorites.

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Walk the vast salt flats of Death Valley. Marvel at a glorious Oregon waterfall. Tiptoe above a misty forest in Vancouver. In this guide, we'll help you discover what makes the West Coast the absolute best coast.

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Adventurers, it's your turn. Along the thousands of miles of towns, beaches, rivers, mountains and deserts, share the wonders you cherish most.

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Roaring spring and early summer waterfalls make the central California destination one of the few spots on Earth to see moonbows, which are revealed by a full moon's light.

For the West Los Angeles exhibit, due to open in 2026, a significant number of installations will come from the local art community.

Gov. Gavin Newsom's proposal to trim $3 million from the Parks Department reflects skewed priorities. Few residents are aware how much they use and enjoy the 280-site system.

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Think of "Particle Ink," an exploration-focused production that invites guests to wander from room to room, as a sort of next-generation "Sleep No More."

Backpacking the Lost Coast should be on every outdoorsy Californian's bucket list. Here's what you need to know about its new overnight camping fees.

For the "Loot" and "American Horror Story: Delicate" star, a perfect Sunday in L.A. involves shopping at the Grove, playing video games and hanging out at Soho House with her mom.

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Experimental art collective Meow Wolf aims to turn Los Angeles' most ritualistic experience — that is, the act of going to the movies — into an interactive, art-driven wonderland.

Eliot Jackson, a professional mountain bike racer, is the brainchild behind the Inglewood Pumptrack, a space for cyclists to ride, connect with others and have fun.

Everest guide Adrian Ballinger is breaking with decades of tradition to create what he believes are better and more ethical ways to climb the world's tallest mountain.

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The singer-songwriter's perfect day involves picking up fresh Icelandic fish, relaxing with a good book and practicing Frederic Chopin's children's tunes as a form of meditation

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Towering oaks, converging rivers, vibrant wildlife. You'll be able to see it all on the 1,600 acres near the confluence of the Tuolumne and San Joaquin rivers.

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In Fiery Furnace, a maze of red rock, slot canyons, towering arches and giant spires inside Arches National Park, not even GPS will save you. And that's the fun of it.

With the approval of DisneylandForward, new attractions and adventures will be coming to Disneyland. Here's what's been teased by Disney officials so far.

Warner Bros. is now offering a Turner Classic Movies behind-the-scenes tour that will bring guests to previous off-limit areas of the lot.

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The Carrizo Plain nature preserve is one of California's most iconic wildflower viewing areas. But this year, if you're looking for blankets of bright color covering the hills, prepare for a different experience.

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For the "Sister, Sister" star and cookbook author, an ideal Sunday involves hanging out with her kids, grocery shopping at Erewhon, exercising at Equinox and eating pasta.

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Disney 'reset' elements of its Disability Access Service program, or DAS, that has become Orlando's and Anaheim's most popular service, a spokesperson said.

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The Ladder from Hatch Escapes has become one of the most buzzed-about escape rooms in the country, redefining how puzzles can tell stories.

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Star Tours has become one of Disneyland's most versatile attractions, and its latest update nods to series such as 'The Mandalorian,' 'Ahsoka' and 'Andor.'

A superbloom has showed up in an unlikely location: Los Angeles International Airport. But wildflowers have sprung up there in the past.

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An abandoned train track could be transformed into a 307-mile hiking, cycling and horseback pathway through California's remote North Coast, along the Eel River and towns such as Fortuna.

With new droids at Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge and some of the most lifelike characters ever created at Tiana's Bayou Adventure, Disney is looking to wow guests.

Though there won't be totality in California, the state will still enjoy an impressive partial eclipse in the late morning — if the skies remain cloud-free.

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Bowls of soup, bowls of herb, stacks of newspapers and a salon of sorts with wife Natasha add up to the perfect Sunday for the comedian, actor and prolific art collector.

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Other Lives Studio calls itself a 'redesign atelier,' elevating old clothes to look like couture, at a minimal cost to the wearer and the environment.

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With a routine of 3:30 a.m. alarms, pots of coffee and backpacks full of snacks, our family set out each day with hope, unsure of what the sky would bring.

Here are 5 takeaways from the Themed Entertainment Assn.'s annual gathering in Hollywood.

During the last years of his life, Marlon Brando told me what his Tahitian atoll Tetiaroa meant to him, and what he wanted it to become after he died. In honor of his 100th birthday, I'm sharing his words with you.

Overuse and abuse by visitors lead Coastal Commission to ban campers from San Carpoforo Beach, the only free camping site in Big Sur, for two years.

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People will soon be able to trek from the Carson City through the mountains to the Pacific Crest Trail before completing the 1,600-mile journey to Canada.

In his road trip report, Times photographer Raul Roa describes the moment he noticed the holy grail of Anza Borrego wildlife.

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Fans can't get enough of Castle Peak and Thunder Railroad in Anaheim Hills, David Sheegog's miniature love letter to Disneyland and Disney animation.

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TSA is unveiling a self-service security screening system at the Harry Reid International Airport in Las Vegas.

For Californians, crossing the fabled Donner Pass and descending to Lake Tahoe is one of those essential rites of passage. But forget doing it in a car.

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A program that allowed Californians to check out free passes to state parks at their local library is in jeopardy as the state contends with a budget deficit.

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In a forest fit for hobbits, get to the gate, punch in the secret code and enter a realm where it's perfectly normal to sleep in a tree.

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A perfect Sunday for Jay Shetty and his wife, Radhi Devlukia, involves meditation, hiking, hitting the farmers market and cooking dinner at home.

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The Sloomoo Institute is a playful palace dedicated to all things slime, where guests can toss it, mold it, walk on it, get drenched by it and even experience the ASMR benefits of it.

The FAA is regulating the number of private jets that can park at Las Vegas area airports during Super Bowl weekend. Did Taylor Swift make plans in advance?

For Central Valley residents, high-speed rail will be a reality in just a few years. Construction of the rail line is transforming local economies, and residents say they see a broad new horizon when it comes to accessing jobs, healthcare and education.

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Trees can spark memories, mark time and give us a comforting place to return to. What trees do you love?

Everything you need to know about the recently unveiled revamp of the Paradise Pier Hotel on Disneyland Drive.

The HoloTile Floor, Lanny Smoot's latest invention, was inspired by the 'Holodeck' from the 'Star Trek' universe.

I talked to arborists, landscape architects, gardeners, historians, activists, tree-heads and more, all to find an answer to my question: Which L.A. trees are the best trees, the ones worth celebrating?

Kate Berlant would let her cravings guide her from Silver Lake to Santa Monica and back again on her ideal Sunday of bagels, tacos and multiple Erewhon stops.

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Guatemala's Debora Fadul, one of the 'Top 100' world's best chefs, is on a mission to showcase Indigenous produce and farmers in a country where racism and discrimination persist.

The celebration melds traditions from Chinese, Korean and Vietnamese cultures with Disney's familiar roster of characters.

Though California is home to several ice playgrounds — including Lee Vining Canyon and June Lake — ice climbing season tends to be ephemeral. So go while you can.

Simple strategies for infusing more playfulness, awe and delight into your life.

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Murrieta Hot Springs has been home to a Christian Bible college, a vegetarian commune and the 'Catskills of SoCal.' Now comes a new chapter as a wellness resort.

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Disneyland is offering $50 tickets for children ages 3-9, but what do you do with 3-year-olds when they're too small or timid to go on the rides?

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