Born and raised in California, Christopher Reynolds has written about travel, the outdoors, arts and culture for the Los Angeles Times since 1990. Since 2015, Reynolds has kayaked in Canada; surfed in San Diego; snorkeled in American Samoa; floated in Xochimilco; climbed the hills of Dingle; swallowed twitching seafood in Seoul; and found his family in the ledger book at Ellis Island. He takes no freebies or press discounts.
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Oct. 3, 2023
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Sept. 22, 2023
Changes are coming to Carpinteria. But for now, tourists to the Central Coast can still indulge in the surf-infused city’s retro, family-friendly vibe.
Sept. 18, 2023
Fans can enjoy magic shows, workshops, movies and Magic Castle artifacts, all while sailing along the California coast.
Aug. 28, 2023
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Aug. 28, 2023
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Aug. 21, 2023
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Aug. 8, 2023
Less crowded than Yosemite Valley, whose roads have been choked with visitors, Hetch Hetchy Valley is a half-forgotten realm filled with granite walls, tall falls and wildflowers.
July 21, 2023
Michelin-praised Mabel’s Gone Fishing. A lavishly redesigned LaFayette Hotel. A kaleidoscope of murals. Get to know this lively, highly walkable neighborhood.
July 11, 2023
What’s new, what’s coming and what might ease your experience at Los Angeles International Airport, whether you’re flying or just doing a pickup or drop-off.
July 3, 2023