In town for a conference on the use of web collaboration tools in government? Traveling to the city to visit friends or relatives? Treating yourself to a sunny So Cal vacation with the girls? Whatever your reason for visiting Rancho Cucamonga, California, your trip wouldn't be complete without doing a little shopping. After all, where else are you going to get a souvenir of your stay if not in a Rancho Cucamonga shop? Here are some of the most popular destinations.
Bass Pro Shops
Usually shopping centers are centered around expensively tailored ladies pants and sparkling jewelry, which can be frustrating for anyone who prefers practical garments and likes to spend their time outdoors. In Rancho Cucamonga, outdoor enthusiasts get to have their day at Bass Pro Shops. Their Outdoor World establishment features 180,000 square feet of fishing tackle, hiking equipment, boats, camping gear, outdoor clothes, and more. You can even take a class or eat a fresh fish meal right in the store!
Victoria Gardens Regional Town Center
This is more like your idea of a traditional mall, but with much more pizzazz then you're used to. Tiled motifs, burbling fountains, and stained wood turn this shopping center from simply a place to buy TREO leather cases into a destination. There are over 100 stores ranging from major national franchises like J.C. Penny and Macy's to locally owned gift boutiques. There are also a number of restaurants of both the fast food and the sit down variety, as well as a twelve screen movie theater. This is the place to go for candy, clothing, gifts, jewelry, electronics, home furnishings, and pretty much everything else!
Sam Maloof Workshop
If the trendy and widely available furniture in places like Ikea and Pottery Barn makes you want to sigh in despair, you may want to visit the legendary Sam Maloof's workshop, where he made his one of a kind pieces before he died. There are no diapers, clothes, or DVDs, here, just amazing furniture.
Joseph Filipi Vineyards
For the upscale tourist who cringes at the thought of the cheap alcohol they serve at R&B Hip Hop music video launch parties, local Rancho Cucamonga vinter Joseph Filipi has something that will appeal to you. His wines have won over 200 awards and you can sample them as you take a tour of the facility. For grapey treats and essential wine accessories such as glasses, decanters, and Filipi vineyards memorabilia to take away with you, visit their gift shop.
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