California! Here we come

by ANNAROSA SABBADINI • October 2012

The best part about Southern California’s Pacific Edge Hotel is that it’s steps away from the ocean and Laguna Beach, and a comfortable walking distance from the artsy Laguna Village. Doubles from US$132. (949) 281-5709; pacificedgehotel.com. If you're so inclined, lessons with a champion surfer come with a money-back guarantee that you'll "get up" (surf talk for standing on the board) on your first lesson. Group lessons from US$75 per person. (949) 554-7512; lagunabeachsurfinglessons.com.

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