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Nothing says "Southern California" like the beaches of Santa Monica. As the filming location for the most watched television series of all time, Baywatch, Santa Monica's sandy pathways have been forever etched into the memories of millions of people. Though Santa Monica is the classic beach town, it is also unique in the seemingly European layout and architecture. With the healthy California lifestyle in mind, this beautiful city is charmingly situated in only 8.3 square miles, allowing visitors the option of walking to nearly everything. Over 400 dining locations and hundreds of retail shops decorate these stunning streets. From high-end boutiques and four-star restaurants to quaint stores and beachside grills, Santa Monica caters to any crowd, affluent families and broke students alike.
Located just minutes from Santa Monica, Newport Landing in Newport Beach offers thrilling Southern California whale watching tours for individuals and groups. These exciting adventures afford the opportunity to see grey whales, blue whales, finback whales and killer whales, not to mention hundreds of dolphins and an array of captivating marine life. Individual prices, school packages and company group package prices are available year-round.
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Santa Monica Pier
Santa Monica, CA
The Santa Monica Pier is a popular recreational and entertainment venue. Attractions, restaurants and shops have flourished on and all around the Pier, which has in turn made the Pier a routine stop for tourists from around the world. Many companies and non-profit organizations choose the Pier as a location for their special events. It has also been used in many films and has been photographed as backdrop for magazines and books. Travelers visiting the Pier in Santa Monica will find an array of fun and exciting things, including an historic 1922 carousel, an interactive aquarium, a rollercoaster and an arcade, and lively street performers entertain 365 days a year.
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Third Street Promenade
Santa Monica, CA
The Third Street Promenade in Santa Monica is a wildly popular tourist destination. It's actually considered one of the premier shopping locations in West Los Angeles and attracts crowds from all over LA County. The Promenade is a part of a large redevelopment that is happening in Downtown Santa Monica. Third Street has it all from shops to restaurants and even movie theatres. Tenants include Borders, The Gap, Armani Exchange, Apple, Pottery Barn, Barnes & Noble, Urban Outfitters, French Connection UK and Anthropologie. The Promenade also has the original Starbucks Hear Music Coffeehouse and also contains AMC Theatres, Loews Theatres and Mann Theatres. For those looking for fresh produce, there is also a farmers' market located here.
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