San Diego is a recreational paradise with it’s miles of sandy beaches and is also considered as the birthplace of California. San Diego was claimed by the Spanish in 1542 and the first of California’s 21 missions were founded here by Father Junipero Serra in 1769. Today San Diego is home to the largest naval air station on the west coast and it’s bay is the home port of over a third of ... more »
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by – Matt Vernick, Tour Manager, Europe (and Anaheim resident) The start/finish point for many of the USA tours, the city is nestled right in the heart of the OC (Orange Country) and is easily most famous for being the home of Disney. The palm tree-lined avenues are pure California and there are a whole host of activities with arms reach. Most tours meet, finish and stay at the Stovall’s B... more »
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Just mentioning the ‘Golden State’ conjures up images of beaches, Baywatch, the OC, glitz, glamour and Hollywood movie stars. No trip to the United States could ever be considered complete without visiting the wonders of the west coast. Although the capital is Sacramento (home of the ‘Governator’ Arnold Schwarzenegger), the biggest city is Los Angeles, the home of Hollywood,... more »
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