With its sunny skies and warm weather, any season is a great time to visit Southern California. Whether you decide to stay on Disneyland’s doorstep in Anaheim or in the famous Gaslamp Quarter in San Diego, you’re certain to have a memorable time.
If you’re not sure if a southern California vacation is for you, consider these five reasons for choosing this destination for your next getaway. If you choose to vacation here after reading this article, make sure to explore Grand Pacific Resort timeshares for a more spacious accommodation. Timeshares for sale online are up to 50% off.
1. The Beaches
The beaches are a major draw here. One of the best is located in Orange County at Laguna. Also a fun and fashionable town, the beach at Laguna features calm, clean waters. For something really different but no less charming, travel to Coronado just outside of San Diego. The site of the famous Hotel Del Coronado, this island boasts amazing waters for doing everything from swimming to bodysurfing.
Would you rather find a quieter beach? Then try El Matador, a fabulous stretch of beach in Malibu.
2. The Theme Parks
Southern California is one of the world’s top destinations for theme parks. It’s the home of Disneyland, the original theme park, which also now includes a second park known as the California Adventure.
You’ll also find Universal Studios Hollywood and Knott’s Berry Farm within just a few miles of Disneyland. Looking for even more rides and entertainment? Check out Six Flags Magic Mountain in the city of Valencia or the Legoland California Resort that’s between San Diego and Los Angeles.
3. The Museums and Historical Sites
Los Angeles is home to dozens of extraordinary museums. Among them are the Los Angeles County Museum of Art, the Natural History Museum, Griffith Observatory, the Petersen Automotive Museum and the La Brea Tar Pits and Museum to name a few. No matter what your interests may be, you will find a museum that explores it somewhere in the metropolitan area.
Beyond L.A., you’ll find the Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History and Sea Center as well as the Palm Springs Art Museum Architecture & Design Center and the Laguna Art Museum.
San Diego is another Southern California city that excels in providing museum experiences. Tour the USS Midway and the San Diego Natural History Museum in one day. You’ll also want to discover the San Diego Air and Space Museum as well as the New Children’s Museum. Or, perhaps you’ll want to step inside history itself at the Old Town State Historic Park.
4. The Mountains
Not only does Southern California boast some of the best beaches on Earth, but also it’s home to some breathtakingly beautiful mountains. Suitable for hiking, climbing, mountain biking, camping and more, you could spend years exploring these wilderness areas.
From the relatively modest 3,111-foot elevation Sandstone Peak in the Santa Monica Mountains to the towering 11,499-foot elevation Mt. San Gorgonio in the San Bernardino Mountains, you’ll be able to enjoy some of the finest outdoor recreation in the country.
5. The Pop Culture
From Los Angeles and Hollywood to beyond, few places in the world have been the center of so many pop-culture phenomenons as Southern California. This is where you can measure your feet with your favorite celebrities at the TCL Chinese Theatre, see the recognizable Capitol Records Building in real life and be an audience member while your favorite TV show is filmed.
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