California is a state on the West Coast of the United States, along the Pacific Ocean. It is bordered by Oregon to the north, Nevada to the east, Arizona to the southeast, and to the south the Mexican state of Baja California. California is the most populous U.S. state. Its four largest cities are Los Angeles, San Diego, San Jose, and San Francisco. The area known as Alta California was colonized by the Spanish Empire beginning in the late 18th century. It and the rest of Mexico became an independent republic in 1821. In 1846 California broke away from Mexico, and after the Mexican-American War, Mexico ceded California to the United States. It became the 31st state admitted to the United States on September 9, 1850. California is the third-largest U.S. state by land area after Alaska and Texas, and preceding Montana. Its geography ranges from the Pacific coast to the Sierra Nevada mountain range in the east, to Mojave desert areas in the southeast and the Redwood-Douglas fir forests of the northwest. The center of the state is dominated by the Central Valley, one of the most productive agricultural areas in the world.

Hyatt Regency Huntington Beach Resort & Spa

Description This charming Spanish-style resort is in the heart of Surf City. Miles of sandy beach and proximity to California’s amusement parks makes it a superb family destination. Over eight miles of beach,

Post Ranch Inn

Description A luxury inn boasting panoramic views over the Californian coastline and enjoying a spectacular setting on the cliffs of Big Sur, with breathtaking ocean views. Carmel and Monterey are both within

St. Regis Resort,

Description This Tuscan-style resort is situated on a bluff above Monarch Beach. With outstanding amenities, ocean view dining, shopping and the famous Catalina Island close by, this world-class retreat has breathtaking views

The Lodge at Torrey Pines

Adjacent to the 18th green of the Torrey Pines Golf Course, The Lodge at Torrey Pines is located in La Jolla and overlooks the Pacific Ocean. This Craftsman-style resort features spacious