Looking for a Southern California beach that offers resort style camping as well?  This amazing beach is perfect for day trips, but if you are looking for a place to stay the luxury cabins here are amazing and the amenities just can’t be beat!  While staying at this camp resort you will get the best of both worlds: a gorgeous private beach just steps away, while your cabins are located in an area that is wooded with giant sycamore trees!  My ninth secret Southern California beach is… (more…)

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Ever dreamed of having your own private Southern California beach off the Pacific Coast Highway that is quiet and free from tourists and other crowds?  Now you can!  You may not be able to claim this beach as your own but you will seldom find other people here, especially during the weekdays.  This next secret Southern California beach is perfect for sun bathing, snorkeling, and diving.  The parking conditions are ideal, the location is very central, and you will practically have the beach all to yourself!  My eighth secret California beach is… (more…)

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Ever since shows such as The OC and Laguna Beach hit the airwaves there has been a major influx of tourists in Orange County.  Orange County is one of the most beautiful areas, especially in terms of a southern California beach vacation.  However, because tourists have taken over all the quant charming beach towns, Orange County does not have the same appeal.  There is one Southern California beach in Orange County that the tourists have not caught on to…yet.  My seventh secret Southern California beach is… (more…)

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This next beach is perfect for that romantic getaway!  This is one of the Southern California beaches that you can almost have all to yourself during your visit.  My number 2 pick for best secret southern California beaches is… (more…)

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La Jolla (pronounced La Hoya) is a Spanish term for “the jewel” which is perfectly fitting for this ultimate unique Southern California destination.  As a former travel agent I have never once heard a negative word spoken about this gorgeous beachside city.  Known for its pristine coastline and world famous dive spots, this location is perfect for any California beach vacation.  Centrally located just outside of San Diego, this Southern California destination is perfect for family vacations, romantic getaways, and retreats with friends.  Here are a few things that make this Southern California destination so unique: (more…)