South of LA are a variety of coastal beach cities. Upscale Newport Beach is renowned for its shopping and dining opportunities. Nearby are Anahiem's Disneyland and Knott's Berry Farm which are fun for one and all. The internationally famous Pageant of the Masters is performed throughout the summer in Laguna to sellout crowds. Galleries dot the map of Laguna and other coastal towns.

San Clemente is known for its antiques. Dana Point, another seaside resort south of Laguna, is home to the famous old mission, San Juan Capistrano. LaJolla offers Scripps Institute of Oceanography, the Torrey Pines State Reserve, sandy coves, and beautiful hillside homes. Its downtown boasts the finest boutiques. The famous scenic drive from LaJolla to San Diego gives one the chance to see navy ships, freighters, and fishing fleets as well as a variety of marinas steeped with pleasure boats.

San Diego is California's second most populous urban area. For those seeking entertainment there is the San Diego Zoo, Sea World, Old Town, Coronado Island with its famous Hotel Del Coronado, Balboa Park which contains a variety of museums, and abundant deep sea fishing opportunities along the coastline. Downtown San Diego has a marvelous shopping area—Horton Plaza—along with a restored historical district, Gaslamp Quarter. Its nightlife for tourists and locals attracts all. The theatre scene includes the Old Globe Theater and the San Diego Opera. Panoramic ocean views, skyscrapers, and the fantastically mild climate beckon many from afar to San Diego. Want a feast of festivals? Then Southern California is your home. A plethora of wine, art, food, music, and dance festivals mark southern California as a truly unique area to reside.