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As summer gives way to fall and the hiking season draws to a close in most parts of the country, outdoor enthusiasts in Southern California have much to be thankful for. Every season is hiking season in the Los Angeles area, but summer is generally the least amenable time for hikers. If you’re looking for great hiking trails to check out with your dog, friends, or family, here are five highly rated hikes within a 30-minute drive of AMLI Lex on Orange.

Fall has officially arrived. And with that comes some of our favorites: Apple cider, all things pumpkin, the changing leaves, and Halloween! If you’ve looked at an event calendar for your city, we’re sure you’ve already seen the multitude of fun things happening this fall. We’re here to help you pick the best ones. Check out your region below to see the must-dos for the month of October.

A rich dining tradition, underpinned by a thriving economy and diverse population, make Houston a natural food capital. An assertion that one neighborhood has the most impressive culinary scene would be difficult to back up, but the vibrant Montrose neighborhood could certainly give most Houston dining quarters a run for their money. With new restaurants opening all the time, it’s in every foodie’s interest to keep tabs on restaurant industry news. Here’s an overview of five relatively new restaurants worth checking out.

Downtown Denver has undergone considerable revitalization over the last several years. As a result, the area is more happening than it’s been in a long time. While several downtown Denver attractions generate a great deal of buzz (think Union Station and the 16th Street Mall), the Mile-High City has a lot to offer that flies under the radar as well. Here’s a handful of attractions we think are especially worthy of a visit.

Living life in or near the big city often translates into little time for dating or maintaining a relationship. But if you’re striving for success in all areas of your life, it’s important to set aside time for that special someone. Since the right environment can have an impact on the quality of time you spend with someone, it’s important to choose the settings for your dates carefully. Whether you want to impress someone on a first date or treat your long-time love to a romantic evening on the town, this list of Evanston date spots is worth checking out before you plan your […]

Midtown may have a more concentrated selection of nightlife hot spots than any other neighborhood in Atlanta, but happening bars, clubs, and pubs can be found in all corners of the city. Atlantans who live in apartments near Emory University are fortunate to live close enough to Midtown to experience all it has to offer, but there are plenty of great bars and clubs in Buckhead and Druid Hills as well.

Luckily for residents of Palm Beach Gardens and West Palm Beach apartments, the culinary excellence for which Miami is known extends well beyond the confines of the city. From upscale restaurants on the water to first-rate kitchens that cater to the demands of the pro golfers passing through Palm Beach Gardens, the West Palm Beach restaurant scene is diverse, dynamic, and nothing short of impressive. If you’re not already well acquainted with the culinary selections on offer near your apartment, here are a few restaurants to check out.

Sadly, summer is drawing to a close. If you’re in school, you might feel like it’s already over. But there are still a few weeks left in the official season, and many regions of the country will experience blissfully warm and sunny weather for most of September. Make the most of these last days of summer by attending festivals, fairs, shows, and sporting events taking place in your area.

When people around the country think about California wine, their focus automatically directs to Napa Valley and Sonoma. Northern California’s wine country is truly exceptional, but the Inland Empire has almost all of the same characteristics that make Northern California an ideal spot for a vineyard. Once upon a time, there were several dozen small wineries operating in and around Rancho Cucamonga. Fifty years after many of these wineries stopped operations, wine production in the Inland Empire is soaring like never before. Here are some of our favorite members of Southern California’s burgeoning wine-growing network.

Klyde Warren Park has been open for business for nearly three years now, and has proven even more popular than imagined. If you haven’t spent much time at this jewel of the Dallas Parks and Recreation system, here’s a taste of the fun that awaits you and your family at Klyde Warren Park.