Located on the Central Coast, Avila Beach is about a 3.5-hour drive ... is located right next to Santa Cruz in Northern California. The town is known for Venetian Court, the colorful Italian ...

These charming beach towns will leave you longing for a coastal California getaway this winter. [See: 50 U.S. Attractions to Cross Off Your Bucket List.] Pacific Beach The San Diego area offers a ...

Avila's Main Beach is surprisingly affordable for a beach town on California's Central Coast. It also boasts a low crime rate ...

California Beach Towns Contend With Damage as More Storms Loom Waves whipped up by “atmospheric rivers” rolling through California have caused damage in beach towns such as Aptos and Capitola.

From small beach towns to wine country hot spots, California offers a diverse array of destinations to visit for a quick trip. With a state as large and varied as California, trying to narrow down ...