Living on the West Coast is pretty great overall. No, we don’t get those amazing business class fares to Europe, but we enjoy long-haul flights to international destinations. And if we don’t feel like hopping on a plane, there are plenty of awesome places to explore within 2-hour flying distance. If you’re a West Coaster and looking for great weekend destinations, here are my five picks:
San Diego, CA. Southern California has lots of great vacation spots, but what makes San Diego so great is that it has something for everyone. Awesome city? Check. Beautiful beaches? Check. Amusement parks galore? Check. The airport is also smack dab in the middle of the city, making transportation a breeze. San Diego is really the perfect spot for a quick weekend getaway, regardless of who you’re traveling with.
Los Cabos, Mexico. Cabo isn’t on the West Coast of the U.S., but it’s still the perfect weekend spot if you live on the West Coast and want a stress-free vacation. Thanks to all-inclusive resorts like the Hyatt Ziva Los Cabos, it can be incredibly cheap. For just 20,000 points per night, you get a room at an awesome beachfront resort along with free meals and activities. It doesn’t get better than that. The best part? Southwest has lots of flights to Cabo, so chances are you can get there cheaply – especially if you have the Southwest Companion Pass.
Carmel, CA. When I really need to relax and be surrounded by beautiful scenery, there’s nothing better than Carmel. On points you can book the Hyatt Carmel Highlands for 30,000 per night. This rate applies to both Garden and Ocean View rooms, which is well worth it! Even if you don’t end up in an Ocean View room, the views from the hotel lobby (which has floor-to-ceiling glass windows) is pretty stunning and open to all guests. Aside from the hotel, Carmel is also just a beautiful city with rugged scenery, great food, and lots of charm.
Seattle, WA. If you’re tired of the 100+ degree weather this summer (right here), hop on a flight to Seattle. Known for its beautiful summers, Seattle boasts sunny days and reasonably warm weather all season long. More importantly, the city has tons of great hotels, restaurants, and outdoor activities to keep you entertained. Do follow this advice that locals are always drilling into my head: DO NOT visit the city while a cruise ship is in town. I’ll leave it at that.
Cannon Beach, Oregon. Cannon Beach is a sleepy little coastal town with stunning beaches, located just two hours away from Portland. If the thought of driving two hours from a beach sounds anything but relaxing, keep in mind that Amtrak has bus service from Portland to Cannon Beach. You’ll take in lovely scenery and end up in a great little town where you can enjoy a relaxing weekend.
What are some of your weekend getaway suggestions for West Coasters?
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