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With an abode of opportunities for any traveller, California can be the next getaway of your dreams. Whether you wish to rejuvenate with world-class healing treatments, indulge in retail therapy, explore the fine palates of the state, or tap into your adrenaline, the West Coast offers luxury beyond the ordinary. Here is our guide on where to best experience the Cali high life.
STAY AT A SPECTACULAR WATERFRONT PROPERTY
Wake up to the sound of the waves at California’s most luxurious hotels nestled around azure. With panoramic views, luxe comfort, and a host of world-class amenities, these properties offer the best of both worlds.
Live like an A-lister at the exuberant Malibu Beach Inn on “Billionaire’s Beach”—a favourite to many celebrities you can spot passing you by. Here, you can watch dolphins and surfers playing with the waves as you curl up at your balcony sipping on your gourmet coffee.
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Golf enthusiasts, rejoice and experience the Ritz-Carlton in Half Moon Bay, featuring views of the ocean from every hole of its golf course, Ocean Course. If you are keen to explore historic architecture, consider booking your stay at The Lodge at Torrey Pines, La Jolla. With refined design elements such as stained glass and rustic fireplaces, this coastal property shall teleport you back to the 1900s with its vintage flair.
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Couples seeking a romantic getaway can escape to The Boon Hotel, located in the heart of the Sonoma wine country in the redwood forest. Enjoy breakfast in bed, poolside lounging, and a trip to the spa to revel in each other’s company.
UNWIND WITH AN OPULENT WELLNESS RETREAT
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For those simply seeking to commit to a healthy lifestyle, a visit to the Sensei Porcupine Creek in Rancho Mirage will be the perfect opportunity to learn easy techniques for building a healthy daily routine.
WALK INTO A FINE DINING SAGA
The go-to destination for food and wine aficionados, California proudly houses half of the Michelin three-star restaurants as well as most of the Green Star establishments in the entire country. A restaurant in a restaurant, Chef Josiah’s Mélisse has found a new home at Citrin and Mélisse in Santa Monica. A culinary adventure awaits you here as chefs and sommeliers guide you through the united kitchen and dining area—a stellar repose for both foodies and connoisseurs. And if you’re visiting Los Angeles, remember to explore the thriving dining scene in the area. From the lavish to the local, you are sure to find your next favourite spot in LA.
EXPLORE LAVISH CULTURAL OFFERINGS
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Home to some of the most eccentric and revered experiences, California is a state synonymous with art and culture. Kickstart your artistic journey with a trip to the coastal town of Carmel-by-the-Sea. Here, you can visit Reese Witherspoon’s favourite restaurant La Bicyclette, Barack Obama’s Italian choice of Little Napoli, or Clint Eastwood’s preferred property, Mission Ranch Hotel and Restaurant.
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Visiting California would be incomplete without a memorable shopping spree. Whether you’d like to buy souvenirs for your loved ones back at home, a statement piece for an occasion, or give your wardrobe a complete makeover, California will not disappoint. The urban centres in the state, including many options in the San Francisco Bay Area and South Coast Plaza in Orange County, are a great place to start. The lively plazas in Paso Robles are also dotted with charming boutiques with one-of-a-kind treasures, so make sure you keep your eyes peeled!
Dreamy, opulent, adventurous—what’s the wait to visit California?
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