Laguna Beach, California
Known for its miles of clean sandy beaches, working artists and annual festivals, Laguna Beach is the perfect California small town getaway for visitors near and far.
Located mid-way between Los Angeles and San Diego, the city of Laguna Beach is a seaside village of 25,000-plus residents that includes hundreds of local working artists and unique gift shops. It is home for people who seek the tranquility of beach accommodations as well as endless cultural opportunities. These include dozens of art and music events throughout the year, as well as an art museum and a live stage theater.
Laguna Beach is widely known as an artist colony boasting nearly 100 galleries. Laguna Canyon is breathtaking and hosts the renowned Festival of the Arts, Pageant of the Masters Sawdust Festival and Art-A-Fair which take place each summer. In addition, the city is also home to the Laguna Beach Art Museum and Laguna Playhouse, where an unknown Harrison Ford appeared on stage in 1965.
Four of the well-known festivals include the Sawdust Art Festival, Festival of Arts/Pageant of the Masters and Art-A-Fair. These annual festivals together attract hundreds of thousands of visitors from around the world who experience original artwork in many different forms. Scheduled throughout the summer and early fall, unique paintings, sculpture, photography and ceramics are just a few forms of art that visitors can enjoy.
More than two dozen hotels, B & B’s, seaside villas and full-service resorts dot the coastline throughout the city. There are accommodations for every taste and style. Many of these properties have been featured in media publications throughout the United States.
When it comes to dining, Laguna Beach has many favorite, long-established restaurants as well as extraordinary choices in many ethnic cuisines. For the trendy or traditional experience, the area has become known as one of the best dining destinations in Southern California. |
