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The sunny California coastline, which encompasses the present day beach communities, remained largely unchanged from the time it was explored by Juan Rodriguez Cabrillo in 1542 until the historic Portola expedition of 1769. Today, the South Bay is home to a number of well-known actors and athletes, the party at the next table could be a famous sports star or an ensemble from a favorite TV drama or situation comedy. The beach cities are often used for movie making as locations.

Hermosa Beach is the very essence of the California lifestyle. A sun drenched beach village of just 1.3 square miles, the city features a spectacular shoreline, colorful shops and restaurants, a lively nightlife, and many festivals and events. Awarded “America’s Best Beach Town in 2003” by the Travel Channel, the town also earned the “Best Beach” mention by Reader’s Digest in 2004.

Manhattan Beach is home to families, young professionals and older adults. Its almost perfect weather makes it a wonderful destination to find plentiful shopping, varied restaurants and hospitable hotels. The city boasts excellent schools, a wide array of professional and business services, and civic pride. More than anything, its location on the Pacific Ocean and its spectacular beach make it one of the world’s most beautiful spots.

Redondo Beach is Southern California’s complete seaside destination with a vibrant harbor, historic pier, international cuisine and eclectic shopping. This family-friendly destination is a casual place to relax or a short jump into high energy for a genuine California beach experience. Residents and visitors alike enjoy the broad sandy beaches, open-air fish markets, more waterfront dining options than other beach cities, four marinas, a pleasure and sport fishing pier, harbor cruises and speedboat rides. In Redondo Beach, there’s something for everyone!