The Perfect Southern California Getaways To Take If You Have Been Dreaming Of Europe
By Natasha Kayes|Published January 15, 2024
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Natasha Kayes
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I was born and raised in sunny Southern California and will never tire of the West Coast, although I spent several years living in Southeast Asia, about as far from California as you can get. Wherever I am in the world, I love straying from the beaten path, experiencing local life, and discovering hidden gems - camera in hand. The beach is my happy place and when I am not there (or writing), you will usually find me baking, watching movies, and cuddling my pugs. I have traveled around the country and around the world, and it never, ever gets old. Being able to combine my passion for travel and my love of writing is nothing short of a dream.
The new year is off and running and, like me, you may be thinking about your upcoming travel plans. Of course, there is more to consider than just the places we want to see. We have to consider factors such as what we can afford, whether we want to deal with the crowds during peak seasons, and the time and effort involved, just to name a few. One of the biggest travel trends of 2024 is finding dupes for popular hotspots around the world.
There is no question that there are amazing things to see and do in this state, but here is something you may not have thought about. If you have dreams of a European vacation but would like to go somewhere less expensive, less crowded, and more accessible, we have some incredibly charming destination dupes in Southern California. Check out just a few of my favorites:
Have you visited each of these European-style towns? What other Southern California destination dupes would you add to this list? We would love to hear your ideas in the comments. Wherever you choose to go this year, we wish you safe travels and epic adventures!
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