Author: Jess Cornelius

August 4-10 is National Farmers Market week (yes, there is one) and there’s no better time to celebrate our local Santa Monica markets. Now in its 25th year, this annual celebration highlights the vital role farmers markets play in our nation’s food system. What’s not to love about farmers markets? All that beautiful Californian produce […]

One of the most beloved rides at Pacific Park is Inkie’s Scrambler. And it’s not hard to see why. The “Scrambler” is a type of amusement park ride that suspends riders seated in small carriages along two separate axes. The clustered vehicles spin in one direction, while the ride as a whole spins in the […]

Good news! There’s a brand new bus service running from Antelope Valley to Santa Monica Pier—and it’s only six dollars. Los Angeles County has started a new “Beach Bus” service just in time for summer. The low-cost service runs four days a week—on Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday and Sunday—from the Antelope Valley to Santa Monica Beach. […]

The West Coaster, Pacific Park’s famous roller coaster, is considered on of the most photographed rollercoasters in the world. Not only is it visually memorable, it’s also a whole lot of fun to ride. Because it’s located right on the Santa Monica Pier, you’ll be treated to gentle ocean sprays as you get your thrills […]