Winter In the Mountains: How to Spend 1 Day in Big Bear

For me, winter usually just means a 10-degree drop in temperature and occasional rain, and snow is just a far-off fairytale that I only get to see on social media and in movies, and I know I’m not alone! But that’s where Big Bear comes in. With only one day to spare in late January, we decided to take a day trip and see for ourselves just what makes Big Bear so magical.

Solvang Day Trip From Los Angeles

Just a couple hours from Los Angeles by car, Solvang is a quaint Danish town tucked away in wine country. It’s a perfect day trip during the holidays. Here’s why!