El Dorado Park in Mission Viejo is such a great little park near an elementary school. I'm so surprised I've missed it all these years, but I think it's because it got a recent upgrade. It happens to have "Swing with Me" swings, so some readers pointed me in the direction of El Dorado Park in Mission Viejo. I love the tall slides and the sand play! Directions to El … [Read more...]
Parks with “Mommy and Me” Baby Swings
Families are looking for parks with "Mommy and Me" baby swings, also known as Expression Swing by their manufacturer (GameTime). I like the Expression Swing because it puts the older rider at the same eye level as the baby or toddler. Another manufacturer has a model called the Generation Swing (by Little Tykes Commercial). The Generation Swing is also a tandem swinging … [Read more...]
Westridge Park in Aliso Viejo for Shade on Lazy Afternoons
Westridge Park in Aliso Viejo is one of those parks where I could hang out all day. Unfortunately, the lack of restrooms makes that an impossibility -- but you know what I mean. The kids seem happy to dig in the sand and explore the corners of this hidden park. Directions to Westridge Park: From I-5, exit at Oso Parkway which turns into Pacific Park as it crosses La Paz. … [Read more...]
Winter Fest OC at the OC Fairgrounds
Winter Fest OC wasn't on my radar until I found out one of my readers bought season passes this year offered to write about how she saves money at Winter Fest OC and still has fun when she goes with her family. Unfortunately, this event only started on December 20th and ends on January 6th -- so you'll have to squeeze it into your schedule very soon. Here are her money … [Read more...]
Newport Dunes Christmas Lights in Newport Beach
The Newport Dunes Christmas lights in Newport Beach might be the most under-appreciated holiday light display around. My husband and I were in the area and wanted to check it out to see if it was worth bringing our kids back and/or recommending to you. We drove around all angles from outside the grounds of Newport Dunes Waterfront Resort. We could see the lights, but … [Read more...]