Temecula – Perfect Southern California Vacation
Ideal Family Vacation Destination can be found between Disneyland and Sea World
Nestled in the foothills of Southern California lies the beautiful city of Temecula. Besides its ideal location, Temecula has a lot more to offer as a unique travel destination. Temecula boosts over 20 picture perfect wineries. Old Town Temecula has hundreds of shops and restaurants as well as a community theater. The new expanded Temecula Promenade Mall has over 100 stores and many fine restaurants.
Location of the City of Temecula
The City of Temecula is the perfect anchor location for a family vacation to sunny Southern California. Temecula is located within an hour’s drive of popular destinations like Disneyland, Sea World, Universal Studios, Knott’s Berry Farm, the Pacific Ocean and the coastal mountain ranges. Getting to Temecula by air is easy with three international airports within an hours drive.
Traveling south on Interstate 15, San Diego proper is within an hours drive. San Diego offers a multitude of family fun activities. Spend a day at the beach or visit the world famous San Diego Zoo. The San Diego Wild Animal Park is less than a half-hour drive from Temecula. Of course a visit to San Diego’s Sea World is a must visit on a trip to Southern California.
Orange County is less than an hour drive traveling north. A visit to Huntington Beach, a.k.a. “Surf City” with miles of sand beaches might be in order. A short trip to Anaheim for a visit to Disneyland and California Adventure is another must when visiting Southern California. Just a short drive from Disneyland, lies Knott’s Berry Farm with its old western themes and thrilling rides.
Temecula Wine Country
Located in picturesque rolling hills with miles of vineyards lies Temecula Wine Country with over 20 wineries. Embark on a wine tasting adventure that couldn’t be undertaken in a day’s time. Relax with a bottle of wine, fresh baked loaf of sourdough bread and cheese and listen to a live jazz band while taking in the beautiful scenery.
List of Temecula Wineries
- Baily Vineyard & Winery
- Briar Rose Winery
- Callaway Vineyard & Winery
- Churon Winery
- Cougar Vineyard & Winery
- Doffo Vineyard & Winery
- Falkner Winery
- Filsinger Vineyard & Winery
- Hart Winery
- Keyways Vineyard & Winery
- La Cereza Winery
- Leonesse Cellars
- Maurice Car’rie Vineyard & Winery
- Miramonte Winery
- Oak Mountain Winery
- Palumbo Family Vineyard & Winery
- Ponte Family Estate Winery
- Robert Renzoni Vineyards
- South Coast Winery Resort & Spa
- Stuart Cellars
- Thorton Winery
- Weins Family Cellars
- Wilson Creek Winery & Vineyard
Old Town Temecula
Take a stroll down Old Town Temecula and visit some of the great restaurants, boutiques and antique shops. Many of the buildings date back to the 1800’s, when Temecula was known as a major stage stop. Old Town Temecula has plenty of events throughout the year like the Vintage Rod Run, Western Days and much more.
Pechanga Resort and Casino
Located in the City of Temecula, Pechanga Resort and Casino is California’s biggest resort and casino. In fact they boost that Pechanga’s Casino is the largest casino in the Western United States with an 188,000 square foot casino floor. They have 3,400 Las Vegas style slot machines and 133 table games. AAA rates the resort 4 stars and the world-class golf course will challenge even the seasoned pros.
Temecula Valley Balloon and Wine Festival
The Temecula Valley Balloon and Wine Festival is held every year in early June. On the first night of the festival is “the glow”, where the big balloons light up to the beat of the music. The festival has top-notch entertainment, balloon rides, food vendors and of course wine tasting events.
For a family fun vacation Temecula has it all, location, entertainment, great weather, wineries, gaming and much more. Temecula is truly a California Gem.
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