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Kelly Smith

Kelly Smith is lives in Southern California with one dog, two cats, two guinea pigs… and the rest of her family. She writes about Orange County, faith, family, special needs and tea, and world-builds science fiction universes on the side.

Fashion Island Guide

Fashion Island is Orange County’s premier open-air shopping, dining and entertainment destination. This luxury outdoor mall offers up some of the best department and designer stores, restaurants and cafes, boutiques, specialty shops and interactive outdoor areas for friends, couples and families with kids. Some might argue that you can’t really call Fashion Island a mall …

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Orange County Beaches: Laguna Beach

The artsy, oceanside town of Laguna Beach boasts some of the most beautiful and active sea life and gorgeous beaches. While the area has a quirky vibe drawing many unique personalities and several of the beaches are Southern California hidden gems. Laguna Beach gets crowded during summer and on holidays and parking becomes limited. During …

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Knotts Berry Farm

A California Tradition… Knott’s Berry Farm With over 100 years under its belt, Knott’s Berry Farm isn’t just a Southern California staple, it’s a homegrown Orange County success story. Knott’s Berry Farm has grown from a sleepy roadside fruit stand to a theme park powerhouse that combines unique attractions, great food, and affordable prices into …

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