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Yosemite National Park is likely to remain closed through the weekend over air-quality concerns.
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California ski resorts are limiting visitor numbers. No more walk-up tickets
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Skiers and snowboarders who buy single- or multi-day lift tickets will have to buy in advance — and hope they don’t get shut out
Smoky, unhealthy air shuts local gardens, L.A. museum’s Butterfly Pavilion
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Huntington Gardens has closed for the weekend; the Arboretum and Descanso Gardens closed Friday
United Airlines drops ticket-change fees — for good
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The airline also will allow ticketed passengers to fly standby for free.
Day hikers will need permits in these SoCal wilderness areas
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Quotas are being restarted for some trails to San Gorgonio, San Jacinto and Cucamonga Peak.
‘Alone’ finale reveals last survivor standing in the Arctic winter
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The reality show brought 10 people to the extreme Arctic to see who could last 100 days. The last episode airs at 8 p.m. tonight
5 ways Elvis Presley can help you get through the pandemic
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Elvis isn’t in the building, but here’s how to connect with events and people inspired by the King
57 cool walks in L.A. that get you 10,000 steps
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These walking routes will help you explore the city and keep you fit.
Comet NEOWISE is coming close to Earth. Here’s how to find it
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NEOWISE, the brightest comet in decades, will start to fade by the end of July. Here’s how to catch sight of it.
CDC extends U.S. cruise ship ban until October over coronavirus
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The rise in coronavirus cases nationwide is keeping cruise ships from being allowed to sail.
How to best see Comet NEOWISE before it fades into space
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Get out this week and look up to see Comet NEOWISE, the most spectacular comet in decades.
All aboard for social distancing: Amtrak offers 2-for-1 roomette sale
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Amtrak passengers can save money on private roomettes for travel through Sept. 30.
Best SoCal places to go whale watching right now
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You can see blue and humpback whales off the coast in summer. Tours are happening for those who want to go.
Paris is bouncing back. Eiffel Tower, Louvre, Disneyland Paris to reopen, with limits
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Paris landmarks to reopen but with limited capacity and social distancing rules.
Cruise ships won’t restart U.S. sailings until Sept. 15
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The cruise ship pause that started in March has been extended because of coronavirus safety concerns.
Deal alert: $4.98 rooms on Catalina Island? Yes, but for a limited time
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In honor of the Hotel Atwater’s milestone year, you can snag a room — with a required second night stay starting at $228 — during the month of July.
What you need to know before your first post-quarantine camping trip
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The may be the Summer of Camping, but new rules remind us that it’s not immune to the pandemic.
Heading out for a hike? New pandemic rules for the trail
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Yes, coronavirus guidelines from federal and local public health officials still apply in the outdoors. But not everyone gets that.
Deal alert: Private jet service to Las Vegas and a night at the Wynn for $216
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Las Vegas wants you back. The JSX Escape airfare-hotel package takes you there.
Photos of the reopening of Yosemite National Park after coronavirus closure
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You’ll need a reservation to visit the park, even if you’re just going for the day