The US West Coast is always worth a visit. Here are 5 new attractions you can look forward to on your next visit to California.
Das “World Design Capital San Diego Tijuana”, wie es mit vollständigem Namen heißt, ist eine special award. It is comparable to the concept of European Capitals of Culture. Together with Tijuana in Mexico, San Diego is the first cross-border WDC. Throughout the year, culture fans can look forward to a range of events and exhibitions. These include the World Design Festival (May 1 to 5, Tijuana) and the World Design Experience (September 18 to 25, San Diego).
Quickly after its opening in 1949,Whaling Bar became something of an icon in the Valencia Hotel. Not only travelers and locals were fans of the establishment. Stars and starlets also frequented the restaurant. These included Hollywood celebrities such as Gregory Peck, Tom Hanks and Robin Williams and writers such as Raymond Chandler, Gore Vidal and Norman Mailer. The end came in 2013; the location had to make way for a new bar and wine cellar. But now it's back after an 11-year absence. The Whaling Bar shines in new splendor. However, some signature elements have been retained. It'll be interesting to see which VIPs will come here in future.
The Whaling Bar
1132 Prospect St, La Jolla, California 92037, United States
Tel.: +1 (855) 476-6870
Web: lavalencia.com
Dass der “Golden State” ohnehin etwas gesünder lebt als der Rest der Vereinigten Staaten, ist bekannt. Spannende Restaurantkonzepte mit sustainable focus are still quite rare. This makes the farm-to-table restaurant “Happy Goat Diner” im Zentrum von Mariposa jetzt Schluss. Neue Attraktionen in Kalifornien können durchaus auch umweltbewusst sein. Zum Essen gibt’s zwar American diner classics. But the ingredients for breakfast and lunch come from the Happy Goat Farm just a few kilometers away. thanks to Shuttle auch besuchbar. Nachmittags gibt’s auf der Farm Happy Hour und Live-Musik.
Happy Goat Diner
5038 Central Yosemite Hwy, Mariposa, CA 95338, United States
Web: happygoatfarmtotable.com
Eigentlich sind es nicht neue Attraktionen in Kalifornien, die bei diesen Feierlichkeiten im Mittelpunkt stehen, sondern relativ alte. Denn die “Studio Tour” in den Universal Studios Hollywood feiert noch bis August 2024 die Eröffnung der beliebten Reise hinter die Kulissen der Filmindustrie. Zum 60-jährigen Jubiläum gibt’s daher ein spezielles Erlebnisprogramm. Und dazu gehört auch die Rückkehr der legendären rot-weiß gestreiften “Glamour-Trams”. Die Attraktion “Earthquake” renovierte man, am Courthouse Square kann man zudem das originale Time machine car from “Zurück in die Zukunft” bewundern. Die Runaway Train, themenbezogene Kulinarik und eine Dino-Ausstellung ergänzen das Programm.
Web: universalstudioshollywood.com
Rustic elegance, nature-oriented experiences and sustainable practices come together in this new resort. No wonder, since Firefall Ranch is closely connected to Rush Creek Lodge & Spa and Evergreen Lodge. And both are Certified B Corporations. They are committed to social responsibility, environmental protection and sustainable travel. Firefall Ranch is located just a few minutes from the north-west entrance to Yosemite National Park. Guests sleep in one of the 55 detached cabins or villas. Here, you're surrounded by nothing but nature.
Firefall Ranch
24025 Highway 120, Groveland, California 95321, United States
Phone: +1 (209) 379-6820
Web: firefallranch.com
