Flying South Made Easy as Alaska Airlines Adds Oakland to San Diego Route

(IN SHORT) Alaska Airlines is enhancing its operations in the San Francisco Bay Area with the introduction of four new daily, year-round nonstop flights between Oakland San Francisco Bay Airport and San Diego International Airport, starting April 22, 2026. The route, operated with Embraer E175 aircraft, aims to offer travelers a more convenient and comfortable… Read the full news article

Moonlight Traditions Unite California as CNTO Los Angeles Highlights Chinese Culture at Arcadia’s Annual Moon Festival

The Mid-Autumn Festival is widely celebrated across California, reflecting the state’s cultural diversity and appreciation for Chinese traditions. CNTO Los Angeles participated in Arcadia’s annual Moon Festival to promote cultural exchange and travel to China. Partnering with Tours4Fun, CNTO showcased curated China travel itineraries and engaged festival-goers with travel information and promotions. The event reinforced… Read the full news article

China National Tourist Office in Los Angeles Showcases Mid-Autumn Festival in Arcadia, California Celebration

(IN SHORT) The China National Tourist Office (CNTO) in Los Angeles took part in the City of Arcadia’s annual Moon Festival on October 4, 2025, to promote Chinese culture and tourism. The event, held at Arcadia City Hall, drew residents and visitors to celebrate the traditional Mid-Autumn Festival — a symbol of unity, harvest, and… Read the full news article

Metrolink Introduces ‘Metrolink Alerts’ for Real-Time, Customized Service Notifications

(IN SHORT) Metrolink has launched Metrolink Alerts, a new service allowing passengers to sign up for customized, real-time notifications about service disruptions. The alerts, delivered via text or email, offer greater convenience by allowing passengers to choose what information they receive and when. With this new tool, Metrolink aims to improve communication with riders and… Read the full news article

Celebrate Bike Day on May 15 with Free Metrolink Rides for Cyclists Across Southern California

(IN SHORT) Metrolink is celebrating Bike Day on May 15, 2025, offering free train rides for passengers traveling with bicycles, including on the Arrow service. No ticket is required as a bicycle will serve as the fare. The event encourages sustainable transportation, with bike storage available on most trains and special promotions offered by other… Read the full news article

Korean Air and Delta’s Ongoing Environmental Initiatives Continue with Beach Cleanup in Santa Monica

(IN SHORT) Korean Air and Delta Air Lines have once again teamed up for a beach cleanup competition in Santa Monica, marking their second consecutive year of participation. The event, organized in collaboration with Heal the Bay, saw employees from both airlines removing hundreds of pounds of litter from the coastline. This cleanup is part… Read the full news article

Metrolink provided free rides on Earth Day to encourage people in helping improve air quality in southern California

Los Angeles, CA, 2022-Apr-26 — /Travel PR News/ — Metrolink provided free rides today ( APRIL 22, 2022) on Earth Day to encourage people to take the train and help the air quality in southern California. Riding the train instead of driving can lessen CO2 emissions and limit harmful pollutants released into the environment. Metrolink… Read the full news article

Landmark Ocean Park Inn in Pacific Beach Unveils Phase Two of Property-Wide Renovation

Exterior enhancements, pool and lobby upgrades complement the 71 new guest rooms unveiled last summer SAN DIEGO, Calif., 2021-Apr-28 — /Travel PR News/ — Ocean Park Inn (OPI), a family-owned and operated hotel celebrating 30 years in the heart of Pacific Beach, is now open after a year-long property-wide renovation. The beachfront hotel, ideally situated on… Read the full news article

Royal Caribbean returns to Los Angeles to add bigger, bolder vacation options along the West Coast

Navigator of the Seas to call Hollywood Home, Offering Short Cruises to Southern California and Baja California, Mexico MIAMI, FL, 2021-Mar-19 — /Travel PR News/ — After a decade-long hiatus, Royal Caribbean International will once again call Hollywood home starting in June 2022, casting Navigator of the Seas as a “series regular” that will sail from Los Angeles. The… Read the full news article

Spa and wellness visionary Jaana Roth returns to Southern California lead The Spa Team at Four Seasons Resort The Biltmore Santa Barbara

Spa and wellness visionary Jaana Roth returns to Southern California lead The Spa Team at Four Seasons Resort The Biltmore Santa Barbara   New Spa Director comes back to Southern California to lead The Spa Team at iconic Santa Barbara property Santa Barbara, U.S.A., 2017-Jun-01 — /Travel PR News/ — Four Seasons Resort The Biltmore Santa… Read the full news article

Passengers can now travel with surfboards on Metrolink trains

All Metrolink trains now have a specially designed surfboard storage area Southern California, 2017-May-14 — /Travel PR News/ — The surf is up, as passengers can now travel with surfboards on Metrolink trains. Beginning this past weekend, Metrolink train now include surfboard storage netting on all its Bike/Surfboard Cars. Officials anticipate the modified cars will be… Read the full news article

Three-week Service Interruption at the San Bernardino and Rialto Metrolink Stations

Train service will be affected between March 27 and April 16.    Los Angeles, 2017-Mar-05 — /Travel PR News/ — Beginning Monday, March 27, Metrolink trains will not serve the San Bernardino and Rialto stations until Monday, April 17. Buses will be available to and from San Bernardino and Rialto for passengers connecting to regularly scheduled… Read the full news article

Six Flags Magic Mountain transformed from “theme park” to haunted “scream park” for the 21st season of Fright Fest Presented by SNICKERS®

New Mazes, Scare Zones, Shows and Extended Park Hours OCTOBER 4-6, 11-13, 18-20 and 24-27 Valencia, CA, United States, 2013-10-10 — /travelprnews.com/ — Six Flags Magic Mountain transforms from a “theme park” to a haunted “scream park” for the 21st season of Fright Fest Presented by SNICKERS®, Southern California’s most thrilling Halloween experience. This season marks one of… Read the full news article

California Governor Brown signed bill crucial to Metrolink’s funding for low-emission Tier 4 locomotives

LOS ANGELES, California, USA, 2013-10-04 — /travelprnews.com/ — In early 2013, the South Coast Air Quality Management District (SCAQMD) granted Metrolink $34.66 million in Carl Moyer Program funds to help support the commuter rail agency’s purchase of 17 Tier 4 locomotives. An additional $17 million, essential for the purchase of three additional locomotives, was contingent upon the… Read the full news article

Create-your-own Ice Cream Sandwiches at Four Seasons Hotel Westlake Village Los Angeles this summer

Guests can choose from a variety of house-made ingredients to create their own ice cream sandwich. 2013-06-26 — /travelprnews.com/ — Summer in Southern California takes a refreshingly cool twist with a create-your-own Ice Cream Sandwich menu at Four Seasons Hotel Westlake Village, California. Guests choose from a variety of delectable ice cream flavors, cookie recipes and dipping sauces to… Read the full news article

Metrolink will celebrate Bike to Work Day by offering free train rides to bicyclists

LOS ANGELES, 2013-05-13 — /travelprnews.com/ — Metrolink will celebrate Bike to Work Day on Thursday, May 16, by offering free train rides to Southern California commuters who bring their bicycles on board Metrolink trains. Metrolink bicyclists can transfer for free to Metro Rail and buses (metro.net), as well as buses operated by 10 other transit agencies:… Read the full news article