REDDING-ONLINE.COM http://www.redding-online.com Thu, 02 Feb 2012 21:18:04 +0000 en hourly 1 How To Get To Redding By Car http://www.redding-online.com/2011/08/30/how-to-get-to-redding-by-car/ http://www.redding-online.com/2011/08/30/how-to-get-to-redding-by-car/#comments Tue, 30 Aug 2011 00:00:00 +0000 admin http://www.redding-online.com/&p=15 If you are going to be traveling up the I-5 corridor in California, you will find a beautiful community located at the top of the state. Redding is a very nice place to enjoy a slower pace of life and yet have all the needed amenities available. For people who like to spend time outdoors this is the perfect area. Lake Shasta is very close and offers boating, hiking, swimming and camping during the hot summer months. Mt Shasta has the best skiing available in this part of the state and is very close also. A water park is very popular in the center of town and many people drive for several hours to get there. The slides are very large and the lazy river is popular for people of all ages. It is possible to eat lunch there or enjoy a picnic at one of the local parks. The summer sun can be very intense and outdoor water activities are easy to access. The town is located right on the freeway and it is the hub of some of the smaller communities in the area. There is public transportation, but most people drive cars to get where they need to go. This thriving area has something to offer people of every age and whether someone likes to drive, bike or walk this community will provide the perfect setting.

]]> http://www.redding-online.com/2011/08/30/how-to-get-to-redding-by-car/feed/ 0 How To Get To Redding By Plane http://www.redding-online.com/2011/08/28/how-to-get-to-redding-by-plane/ http://www.redding-online.com/2011/08/28/how-to-get-to-redding-by-plane/#comments Sun, 28 Aug 2011 00:00:00 +0000 admin http://www.redding-online.com/&p=14 To get to Redding California by airplane one must take an airplane from their local airport to the Redding Municipal Airport. Redding, California is located in the county of Shasta and is known as the second sunniest city. It is advised to arrive at least 90 minutes prior to the airplane scheduled departure time. During holidays it is advised to arrive at the airport 2 hours ahead of time. In addition one must not pack any prohibited items as the transportation security administration has a strict list of items that are forbidden. One must also plan on where to park their vehicle or plan on paying a fee for parking while gone away in Redding, California. A car can be rented on arrival to Redding, California. Car rental companies can be reserved and waiting at Redding airport which can be reserved prior to leaving from your home airport. A cab can also be used to get from the redding airport to a place of choosing. Redding is about 545 miles from Los Angeles, CA. Redding has a variety of close opportunities for the water sports enthusiast. Everything from water skiing, to whitewater rafting. Camping and hiking can also be found for those that are more of the land loving type people.

]]> http://www.redding-online.com/2011/08/28/how-to-get-to-redding-by-plane/feed/ 0 Festivals And Fairs In The Redding Area http://www.redding-online.com/2011/08/25/festivals-and-fairs-in-the-redding-area/ http://www.redding-online.com/2011/08/25/festivals-and-fairs-in-the-redding-area/#comments Thu, 25 Aug 2011 00:00:00 +0000 admin http://www.redding-online.com/&p=13 There are some great festivals and fairs in the Reading, Pennsylvania area. The first festival is the Berks Jazz Fest. The Berks Jazz Fest is a 10 day festival of great jazz music. People will travel from all of the world to come see the people who are playing at this festival. The second festival is the Berks Salsa Fest. The Berks Salsa Festival happens on August 12th through the 14th. It is done for donations to a non-profit children’s Latin dance troupe. This is the six year of the festival. Professional salsa dancers perform all during the festival for an audience.

The third festival is the Chile Pepper Festival. The Chili Pepper Festival happens on September 9th and 10th. The festival consist of a chili pepper eating contest, the world’s best salsa contest, and a field where people can pick their own chili peppers. The fourth festival is the Kutztown Folk Festival. The Kutztown Folk Festival is a great place to enjoy the Pennsylvania Dutch Folklife and have a ton of fun doing it. There is plenty of food, entertainment, crafts, and an area just for the kids. The food is a blend of all of the German foods.

]]> http://www.redding-online.com/2011/08/25/festivals-and-fairs-in-the-redding-area/feed/ 0 Daytime Activities in Redding http://www.redding-online.com/2011/08/19/daytime-activities-in-redding/ http://www.redding-online.com/2011/08/19/daytime-activities-in-redding/#comments Fri, 19 Aug 2011 00:00:00 +0000 www.redding-online.com http://www.redding-online.com/?p=11 So you’ve finally made it to Redding and you’ve exhausted your DIRECT TV in the hotel room – it’s time to get out and explore the town! Here are a few of our best daytime activities in or near Redding, CA:

Turtle Bay Bird Sanctuary – It may not look like much from the outside but birth enthusiasts love this place. Tucked away near the heart of the city this marshy tract of land houses some of the best-protected birds in Cali. Bring your binoculars!

Riverview Golf Club – If it’s a challenging 18 you’re itching for, look no further than Riverview. Just a few miles from downtown this well-maintained course isn’t always open to the public but it’s easy to find a group needing a fourth.

Cottonwood – Just south of Redding is the quaint town of Cottonwood, making a comeback in its own right. Stroll around the shopping district or grab lunch at one of the local joints. Make a day trip out of it but be back in Redding in time for dinner!
…Whatever you choose to do in Redding, enjoy yourself!

]]> http://www.redding-online.com/2011/08/19/daytime-activities-in-redding/feed/ 0 Places To Visit Within 20 Miles Of Redding http://www.redding-online.com/2011/06/21/places-to-visit-within-20-miles-of-redding/ http://www.redding-online.com/2011/06/21/places-to-visit-within-20-miles-of-redding/#comments Tue, 21 Jun 2011 00:00:00 +0000 admin http://www.redding-online.com/&p=9 There are several places to visit in Redding, California. The first place is the Turtle Bay Exploration Park. Turtle Bay Exploration Park is a museum that features a lot of kid friendly activities. Some of these activities include a butterfly house, a hands-on museum, arboretum, live animals, and walking trails. The second place is Sundial Bridge. Sundial Bridge is a bridge that crosses the Sacramento River. It is made of steel, glass, and granite. The third place is WaterWorks Park. WaterWorks Park is a water amusement park. It has something for everyone in the family to do.

The fourth place is Shasta State Historic Park. Shasta State Historic Park has some of the oldest buildings in the city. These buildings are from the gold rush era. One of the most famous of the buildings is the County Counthouse. The fifth place is the Win-River Casino. The Win-River Casino has something for everyone. Their casino has games like blackjack and poker to play. They have live entertainment. And their Elements Restaurant offers a variety of food. The sixth place is the Need 2 Speed Entertainment Center. The Need 2 Speed Entertainment Center has go karts, miniature golf course, and an arcade.Related Article : In Transit: California to Close 70 State Parks

]]> http://www.redding-online.com/2011/06/21/places-to-visit-within-20-miles-of-redding/feed/ 0 Things To See In Downtown Redding http://www.redding-online.com/2011/05/27/things-to-see-in-downtown-redding/ http://www.redding-online.com/2011/05/27/things-to-see-in-downtown-redding/#comments Fri, 27 May 2011 00:00:00 +0000 www.redding-online.com http://www.redding-online.com/&p=8 Redding, California is known for being the second sunniest city in the U.S. with 250 glorious days of sun. Downtown Redding is famous for its festivals that feature live music and visual arts. The arts also have a permanent home in Downtown Redding through the symphony, dance projects and companies and theater companies. Staying close the to the action is a snap with an assortment of lodging that’s centrally located. With restaurants sure to please every palate, there’s always something delicious to eat from seafood, steak, burgers, American cuisine, Asian cuisine and Italian cuisine to chose from. Want more? Click here. The bustling nightlife with a wide assortment of bars and live music are not to be missed either! Be sure to check out the boutiques that offer a large selection of unique wares.

Thinking about moving to Redding, California? Redding offers an outstanding quality of life by offering small town charm and ambiance with big city amenities. With a low crime right, affordable housing and a diverse culture, Redding also has a booming commerce to offer the prospective resident with favorable zoning and business laws. The most popular aspect of living in Redding would definitely be the gorgeous fresh air lifestyle with lots of natural landscapes and vistas.

]]> http://www.redding-online.com/2011/05/27/things-to-see-in-downtown-redding/feed/ 0 Where To Go On Day Trips From Redding http://www.redding-online.com/2011/05/21/where-to-go-on-day-trips-from-redding/ http://www.redding-online.com/2011/05/21/where-to-go-on-day-trips-from-redding/#comments Sat, 21 May 2011 00:00:00 +0000 admin http://www.redding-online.com/&p=7 Living in Redding is great, but sometimes getting away for the day is needed. One of the best places to go on a day trip to, from Redding, is downtown Sacramento. Sacramento is about a two hour drive from Redding, but there is much scenery to see on the drive from Redding to Sacramento. Once in Sacramento, a person can visit one of the many ice cream shops located right in downtown, or eat at one of the many unique restaurants, or shop at one of the many shops located in Sacramento.You can find a quick rundown here

A day trip to Whiskeytown recreation park is always fun. Whiskeytown is about a twenty minute drive from anywhere in Redding. Whiskeytown is a great place for hikers to go too. There are many waterfalls located within Whiskeytown, and there are many different hiking trails to hike on. There is also a huge lake that is in the park. People are allowed to go bike riding, horseback riding, swimming, camping, scuba diving, fishing and even kayaking at Whiskeytown park. One of the most popular attractions in Whiskeytown are the old gold mines that tourists can check out.

The above two places are the best places to go to when somebody from Redding needs to get out and take a day trip somewhere.

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