Roster loaded with global talent storms toward playoffs and defends its home turf against rivals, including David Beckham–led Galaxy

Specially designed for stability and speed, a new fleet of standup paddleboards ferries riders around the harbor

Triple-A affiliate of the Oakland Athletics vies for supremacy in Pacific Coast League's Pacific Southern Division

Professional, courteous pilots guide baskets at sunrise as flyers take in views such as local landmarks & passing birds

Professional, courteous pilots guide baskets at sunrise as flyers take in views such as local landmarks & passing birds

Professional, courteous pilots guide baskets at sunrise as flyers take in views such as local landmarks & passing birds

Runners face a 5K course of hills, muddy pits, and dirt paths before celebrating with medals and beer

Bears, wildcats, goats, coyotes, and woodchucks dwell among other species in a zoo dedicated to education, conservation, and preservation

Red Cross–certified lifeguards monitor five outdoor slides and three indoor slides; restaurant uses wood-fired grill to cook steak and fish

One-hour tours guide adventurers through a turtle and alligator farm where visitors hold exotic animals, observe feedings, and snap pictures