California Official Visitor's Guide 2009 - UK - (Page 18) glen ivy hot Springs Spa Big Bear Lake inland empire mountain festivals, fine wines and high desert fun idyllwild DISCoVER W ith spectacular peaks and dramatic deserts, the Inland Empire region of Southern California is home to great contrasts, beauty and experiences. To the north, nestling along the aptly named rim of the World Scenic Byway, the San Bernardino Mountain communities of Lake Arrowhead and Big Bear Lake provide alpine playgrounds where you can fish, sail and cycle in summer; ski, snowboard and travel on snowshoes in winter. To the south, in the neighbouring San Jacinto Mountains, explore the relaxed and friendly artists’ hamlet of Idyllwild. Farther south, around Temecula, find farmers’ markets and visit award-winning wineries. BIg BEAR lAKE Water-ski, swim, sail or fish in high mountain waters; five marinas serve the lake, renting everything from personal watercraft to pontoon boats. www.san-bernardino.org IDyllwIlD Wander the pretty streets of this artists’ colony high in the San Jacinto Mountains, then hike or picnic in nearby pine-shaded parklands. www.riversidecb.com glEn IVy HoT SPRIngS SPA Corona Shimmy into a misty underground grotto, dip in the mineral baths or get a relaxing massage under the oaks. www.san-bernardino.org KIMBERly CREST Redlands Explore this six-acre estate with magnificent Italianesque gardens and a French chateau–style manor house built in 1897. www.san-bernardino.org SAn BERnARDIno CounTy MuSEuM Redlands Learn about California’s ancient history at the Calico Early Man site in this fascinating museum, a treasure trove of cultural artefacts. www.san-bernardino.org TEMECulA VAllEy wInE CounTRy Enjoy the magic of this lovely winemaking country, where cool ocean mists help create the perfect environment for growing grapes. Visit winemakers and sip award-winning vintages at 22 wineries. www.temeculacvb.org EVEnTS June HuCK FInn JuBIlEE Victorville Camp out in a meadow, eat tasty “vittles”, ride in a hotair balloon and enjoy country and bluegrass music. June 19–21. www.san-bernardino.org July InDEPEnDEnCE DAy FIREwoRKS Big Bear Shimmering rockets light up the night skies on America’s birthday. July 4. www.san-bernardino.org September & october BIg BEAR lAKE oKToBERFEST Big Bear Take part in this traditional german festival, America-style. Enjoy the spirited bands, folk dancing, german lagers and speciality foods. Weekends Sept 12–Oct 25. www.san-bernardino.org FESTIVAl oF lIgHTS Riverside Two million lights drape downtown riverside, as well as the amazing architecture of the Mission Inn, whose flying buttresses, domes and fairytale towers are all outlined in twinkling lights. Nov 27–Dec 31. www.riversidecb.com CEDrIC gLASIEr (3) november & December 18 www.visitcalifornia.co.uk http://www.san-bernardino.org http://www.san-bernardino.org http://www.san-bernardino.org http://www.temeculacvb.org http://www.san-bernardino.org http://www.san-bernardino.org http://www.san-bernardino.org http://www.san-bernardino.org http://www.riversidecb.com http://www.riversidecb.com http://www.visitcalifornia.co.uk
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