Pittsburg is a small city of about 63,000 people situated in Contra Costa County along Suisun Bay. Its location in the San Francisco Bay Area means that Pittsburg has easy access to the major city of San Francisco, which is only 37 miles away. In fact, it’s considered to be a suburb of the larger …
San Pedro is a suburb of Los Angeles situated on the Palos Verdes Peninsula. The city has the best of both worlds – proximity to a major urban centre with an abundance of attractions and services combined with a small city charm complete with historical buildings and seaside views. San Pedro is mostly known for …
North Hollywood – also known as the NoHo district – is a vibrant community in the San Fernando Valley and a thriving suburb of Los Angeles. It’s mostly known for its laid back lifestyle and lively arts district home to about 20 theatres and an abundance of galleries and entertainment venues. The other thing North …
Bellflower is a city of about 78,00 people situated in Los Angeles County. It’s about 20 miles away from Los Angeles, so the attractions of a major urban centre are only a short drive away. The city is known for its central location and proximity to popular attractions, including Universal Studios and Disneyland. Other major …
As a city with a small-town feel and an abundance of natural surroundings, Lake Forest, California, is one of the best places to live in the state – and one of the best places for visitors to base themselves when traveling in the region. Lake Forest, situated in the scenic Saddleback Valley in Orange County, …
Mountain View is a relatively small city of about 80,000 people, situated in the Silicon Valley region of Santa Clara Country, California. As its name suggests, stunning views of the Santa Cruz Mountains are enjoyed by those lucky to live there – and anyone passing through. The region is known for its pleasant weather throughout …
Napa is a city of about 76,000 people. It’s situated in the Napa Valley and is the largest city in Napa County. When you hear the name Napa, you likely think of the vineyards and wineries the region is known for; however, Napa and its surrounding areas are known for so much more. Napa is …
Famous for the picturesque array of Mediterranean-style white stucco and red-tiled buildings in its Historic Downtown, Santa Barbara is set on the central Californian Coast – and that also means beaches. With all these attractions, plus more history at the Santa Barbara Mission and a great wine-scene, this city is a must-visit. It’s a popular …
Overlooking the stunning Pacific Ocean is San Diego, one of the US’s largest and most vibrant cities. This bustling and exciting metropolis is situated in sunny California and has so many different neighbourhoods, you’ll be spoilt for choice. There’s a natural deep-water harbour, meaning the city has a fascinating naval history. You’ll have your choice …
Located about 23 miles from Los Angeles is the city of Lakewood. The city’s population of 81,000 people and its proximity to Los Angeles give it an urban feel, but the abundance of tree-lined streets and more than 150 acres of parks and green spaces add a small-town touch. In fact, Lakewood has so many …