Editor’s letter I S S UE 12 4 , J U L /AUG 20 2 4
The Golden State, named as much for its actual gold as the allure it retains today, holds a key place in popular culture. From San Francisco to Los Angeles and San Diego, California means many things to many people — much of the 20th century’s music, fi lm, literature, politics and fashion owes the state a debt. Yet while the national parks, wine regions and cities themselves are all major
draws for visitors, it’s the 840-mile stretch of coast that we focus on this issue. California’s Pacifi c-facing shoreline summons up images of palm trees, surfers, iconic beaches and epic road trips. The Pacifi c Coast Highway, one of the world’s great coastal drives, off ers the chance to tick many of the highlights off in just a week or so. Stopping off at kitsch, retro motels dating back to California’s 1950s post-war heyday only helps add to the experience. But beyond that are heritage swimming clubs in San Francisco Bay, the
birthplace of West Coast punk in Berkeley, and laid-back coastal towns such as Monterey and Santa Barbara. There’s also the Channel Islands, dubbed the North American Galápagos because of their intriguing endemic fl ora and fauna. And let’s not forget Los Angeles’ food truck scene, which incorporates the history and heritage of all Californians in a mouthful or two. So, make waves for the Golden State and discover your own slice of the Californian coast.
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