Located about 5 miles south of Monterey and Pebble Beach, Carmel-by-the-Sea is a humble seaside village with fairy tale cottages, a few small shops and cafes – at least that's the cover story.

The Orange County region of Southern California is home to some of the state's signature sights. Golden shores smothered in sunshine, along with a few of the country's top amusement parks, make ...