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Whether
it be the stark beauty of the high desert, the harmonious sounds of Pacific
Ocean waves crashing on the beach, the majestic peaks of the High
Sierras, the depths of Death Valley, the pristine lakes, rivers, streams,
or the peacefulness of the Redwoods, California offers it all.
Some popular destinations in California include...
North Coast
Redwood forests, rocky bluffs, secluded coves, and wildlife areas characterize
this rugged part of the state. California's North
Coast Region includes much more than ocean, trees and beaches. Enjoy the
historical sites, lush forests, museums, professional sports and attractions
ranging from theme parks to small zoos. Visit interesting cities and towns such
as: Albion, Eureka, Ferndale,
Fort Bragg, Mendocino
and Trinidad.
San Diego
San Diego, located within 20 miles of the Mexican border, is the second largest
city in California. Known for it's near-idyllic climate, 70 miles of pristine
beaches and dazzling array of world-class family attractions, including the
world famous San Diego Zoo and Sea World. San
Diego offers a wide variety of things to see and do, appealing to guests
from around the world.
San Francisco Bay Area
The San Francisco Bay Area
is among the most popular tourist destinations in the world, attracting visitors
from every continent. San Francisco alone plays host to more than 13 million
visitors every year; in fact, tourism is the city's single biggest industry.
San Francisco is a wonderland of diversity.
Los Angeles Area
Los Angeles is the second
largest city in the United States, with an estimated population of 4 million.
Known as the "Entertainment Capital" of the world, the greater
Los Angeles area's attractions include Disneyland, Universal Studios, the Magic
Mountain water and thrill rides, a large variety of museums, concerts and theaters,
many professional sports teams, a recently revitalized downtown and wonderful
beaches.
Mojave Desert
The Mojave Desert area of California is filled with a rich variety of wildlife,
amazing natural wonders, and fascinating historical sights. Youll find
sand dunes and deeply eroded cliffs, rugged mountains, golden poppies and spiny
cacti, creeping tortoises and soaring eagles. Visits towns such as Idyllwild,
Palm Desert, Palm
Springs and Twentynine Palms.
Lake Tahoe
Located in the Sierra Nevada mountains, Lake Tahoe's beautiful, sapphire-blue
waters straddle the California-Nevada state line. Millions of people come to
the Lake Tahoe Region every
year to ski and snowboard at its world class ski resorts.
Orange County
Orange County is located in Southern California.
It is home to such attractions as Disneyland and Knott's Berry Farm Theme Park,
as well as, sandy beaches for swimming and surfing, harbors for sailing and
pleasure boating, and extensive acreage devoted to parks and open space for
golf, tennis, hiking, kayaking, cycling, and other outdoor recreation.
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