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Appreciate delicious seafood, sandy beaches, whale watching and charming friendliness in this waterfront area with access to Channel Islands National Park.

Combine beaches, theme parks, big-city excitement and outdoor recreation in one popular region with great weather and a laid-back lifestyle.

Combine beaches, theme parks, big-city excitement and outdoor recreation in one popular region with great weather and a laid-back lifestyle.

Watch mountain peaks reflected in calm water and enjoy recreational activities, such as canoeing and hiking, at this picturesque lake.

Marvel at the untouched beauty of this island off the coast of Southern California, where stunning natural scenery is the biggest draw.  

Marvel at the untouched beauty of this island off the coast of Southern California, where stunning natural scenery is the biggest draw.  

This Californian city attracts visitors looking for sun and sand, and has one of the strongest surfing cultures in the country.

With muscle-bound men and wacky street entertainers, there\'s plenty of premier people-watching on offer at LA\'s world-famous boardwalk.

A city made for love, not walking – San Francisco is known for its great counter-cultural history and incredibly steep hills.

Watch mountain peaks reflected in calm water and enjoy recreational activities, such as canoeing and hiking, at this picturesque lake.

Take the kids for a swim in the ocean, pet sharks at the aquarium and explore museums and galleries in this laid-back beach city on California’s Pacific Coast.

Watch mountain peaks reflected in calm water and enjoy recreational activities, such as canoeing and hiking, at this picturesque lake.

A popular escape from the streets of Los Angeles, this island’s laid-back atmosphere and crystal-clear waters make it seem a world away from the busy city. 

A historic monument on the spot where Juan Cabrillo first arrived from Spain over 500 years ago, this is a great place to while away the hours.

Hike along the trail and join the campers and picnickers in this gorgeous and tranquil spot beside the Volcanic Legacy Scenic Byway.

Hike along the trail and join the campers and picnickers in this gorgeous and tranquil spot beside the Volcanic Legacy Scenic Byway.

Enjoy this peaceful lake-front destination where charming cabins are perched on a long, sandy beach.

Enjoy this peaceful lake-front destination where charming cabins are perched on a long, sandy beach.

Watch mountain peaks reflected in calm water and enjoy recreational activities, such as canoeing and hiking, at this picturesque lake.