![]() ![]() It’s a short drive inland to Solvang, the long-popular roadside attraction known for its iconic collection of windmills and half-timbered homes, thanks to Danish heritage that gave the town the nickname the “Danish Capital of America.” But Solvang and the surrounding hills of Santa Ynez Valley are rich beyond this history. Or continue on a bit further up the coast to check into Montecito’s five-star hotel and spa, Rosewood Miramar Beach. If you decide to make a night of it, book an Airstream at Caravan Outpost just down the street to fully immerse yourself in the wild spirit that makes Ojai so special. From there, take a stroll through town to stock up on spiritual implements, or browse the impressive outdoor collection of over 130,000 new and used books at Bart’s.Īs the sun sets on Ojai, grab a seat for a delicious dinner at bustling Rory’s Place for hyperlocal California cuisine, from their Santa Barbara sea urchin to their hand-cut tagliatelle with chanterelle mushrooms and crisped sage. ![]() Slow down with a visit to Meditation Mount to take classes in sound meditation, or do some yoga in Light + Space’s 1,500-square-foot desert garden. Once you’ve had your fill, head up the coast for lunch at Neptune’s Net, another legendary institution for fresh seafood in a casual seaside setting.īid farewell to Malibu and head inland to the Topatopa Mountains, where the charming village of Ojai awaits. Then take a light stroll along the Malibu Pier or along the lagoon past the historic Adamson House out to Malibu Point for breathtaking views of the coastline. Alternatively, for a more leisurely start to the day, grab an açaí bowl or some breakfast tacos at Malibu Farm. Grabbing your breakfast to go, beat the sun with a refreshing morning hike through Malibu Cree k State Park in the picturesque Santa Monica Mountains. Flying into Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) offers the most flexibility, but for domestic flights, the Bob Hope (Hollywood Burbank) Airport is another easy option located just over an hour’s drive to Malibu. Visiting in the shoulder months of fall and spring, though, allows for the perfect compromise. ![]() Though the Central Coast should be every bit as sunny and mild as you imagine it to be, by winter the Sierra Nevada mountains also transform into a snowy wonderland. Moreover, with opportunities at every turn to hike, surf, and swim, this part of California will keep you feeling fit without sacrificing all the crucial little comforts to make you feel right at home. Of course, with our weeklong itinerary, there’s plenty to stimulate wellness for body and mind as well, with no lack of lively cultural curiosities and fresh, innovative cuisine. Whether it’s enjoying yoga classes and candlelit dinners in Ventura County, taking in the timeless style of the Central Coast, or skiing and sledding amid the snow-capped groves of Sequoia National Forest, this trip through the Golden State is a recipe for certain tranquility. California is a land of calming waves, serene lakes, and prehistoric sequoias, and each diverse attraction remains within easy access to the next. ![]()
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