C alifornia is known as the golden state of America, and this is its official nickname. Here you will find a wide mix of beaches that dot the shoreline and if you head far enough north some of the best ski slopes in the country. Outside of the sunny beaches and the high standards of living, California is also known as one of the best places in America to find wine with Napa Valley producing some of the finest wines in the country on a regular basis.
Due to the diversity of the northern and the southern regions of the state the perfect trip to California is really defined by what you want to get out of your holiday trips. Those who are looking for sunny skies will want to stick to destinations in the south of California such as Orange Country, San Diego, or Los Angeles given the fact that these locations are almost always warm and the closest to iconic beaches such as Santa Monica.
On the other hand, to see the beauty of California in a more untouched light, visitors are going to want to head up to the Northern region although you will have to deal with colder temps during the winter time here. In the Northern region you will find Napa Valley as well as San Francisco which offers plenty of winding streets and iconic sights that are unique to the city alone. In addition, skiers can head just a bit more up north to check out some of the best slopes in the state.
