The 2026 Perseid Meteor Shower peaks on the night of Tuesday, Aug. 11, and continues into Wednesday, Aug. 12, producing more than 100 meteors per hour in California. But if you want to experience this incredible event under the best possible conditions, you need to break free of the city limits.
More and more people are looking for ways to be more eco-friendly and to utilize sustainable travel for their next vacation. There are many good reasons why this is a popular trend.
12 Facts About One of the Best National Parks In California: Sequoia National Forest
June 6th, 2026 by Amanda Rankin
You can choose any of the 63 National Parks and craft lifelong memories while on your vacation. One of the best national parks is found in California.
One way to get yourself excited and prepared for an upcoming vacation is to download some podcasts about the activity or destination. If you are feeling nervous about knowing what to do or how to do it, a travel podcast can put your mind at ease.
There are countless travel apps for wildlife viewing, stargazing, and more that provide a useful way to connect with nature.
Make The Weekend Special and Celebrate on the Ranch
March 16th, 2026 by Amanda Rankin
A ranch getaway can do wonders for the soul. Gather with friends and like-minded others to do something special for all of you over the course of one weekend. It’s a fantastic break from the day-to-day grind and a great reason to get outside and delve into something you love. A special ranch getaway weekend
Ranch Vacation Ideas From Family Reunions To Friend Get-togethers
February 1st, 2026 by Amanda Rankin
A ranch is an ideal place for a family reunion, a girls’ weekend, or a friends getaway. The freeform nature of a ranch vacation is why family and friends keep returning year after year.
Don’t underestimate the benefits of getting away from the city for a weekend. You’re lucky if you live in LA because there are some amazing options once you get outside the city limits. It’s why getaways from LA are a popular vacation. If you are planning a getaway or a road trip outside of LA, consider the Tehachapi area, especially a charming, family-owned farm vacation at Rankin Ranch. There is so much to do and see that it is impossible to do it all in the city.
One popular way to fill your afternoon with hours of fun is to get everyone together for outdoor yard games. So we’ll walk you through some of the most popular and fun yard games that you can play with your family outdoors at Rankin Ranch.
What Is A Dude Ranch Vacation In California?
November 1st, 2025 by Amanda Rankin
If you’ve never experienced life on the ranch before, then why not consider a vacation on an authentic dude ranch in California? The easiest part is booking your vacation, but you might not know what to expect or what a dude ranch is.