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Made famous by the Beach Boys music group in the 1960s, Huntington Beach is known as "Surf City USA" because it's one of the best places to surf in Southern California. The town's beaches still live up to their reputation.
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Farther away than the other destinations on this list, Hearst Castle is worth the journey because of its unique cultural value and sensational setting. This incredible landmark is perched high on a hilltop at the southern end of Big Sur on California's Central Coast, with sweeping views of the Pacific Ocean. Renowned for its dramatic natural beauty, Big Sur stretches for 90 miles north of Hearst Castle.
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Year-round balmy weather, beautiful beaches, and a wealth of tourist attractions make this sunny Southern California town one of the most beloved places to visit in California.
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About 33 miles from Los Angeles' city center, Malibu is known for its fantastic beaches and opulent oceanfront homes. Many Hollywood movie stars reside here, and the paparazzi are known to lurk around the beaches in hopes of spotting celebrities.
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About 55 miles south of Los Angeles, this dreamy beach town is blessed with a mild sunny climate and seven miles of sandy shoreline. Nature enthusiasts are drawn to the spectacular scenery, while surfers come for the great waves.
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In the sun-parched California desert, Joshua Tree National Park was named after the trees (known scientifically as "Yucca brevifolia") that are indigenous to the Mojave Desert. Native Americans gathered the tree's flower buds, as well as seeds, for consumption and used the tree's fibrous leaves to make woven baskets.
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Palm Springs became a legendary winter resort in the 1930s, when Hollywood movie stars came here to relax in style. Holiday seekers still flock to this desert oasis (107 miles from Los Angeles) to bask in the sunshine at luxury resorts and enjoy recreational activities, especially from January until April when the weather is mild.
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Known as the "American Riviera," this balmy beach town, about 100 miles north of Los Angeles, is a favorite getaway destination for Hollywood movie stars. However, almost everyone can appreciate the charm and beauty of Santa Barbara. Handsome historic Spanish-style buildings, towering palm trees, and miles of sandy shores beckon visitors.
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Most families with kids will already have Disneyland on their list of places to go. Often it's a destination in itself, however Disneyland is an easy day trip from Los Angeles, less than 30 miles away. This world-famous amusement park is a "Magical Kingdom" that delights children of all ages.
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Santa Catalina Island has been luring visitors since the 1920s, when it was used as a location for Hollywood films. Today, tourists can still appreciate the island's cinematic seaside beauty.