Get ready for an exciting journey as we uncover the 10 best small towns in California. From the scenic seaside escape of Carmel-by-the-Sea to the artistic haven of Ojai, each town has its own ...

Carmel-by-the-Sea is the only place in California to make HGTV's list of 50 most charming small towns in the United States. ... Carmel-by-the-Sea, renowned for its quaint architecture and posh, ...

Carmel-by-the-Sea is the only place in California to make HGTV's list of 50 most charming small towns in the United States. ... Carmel-by-the-Sea, renowned for its quaint architecture and posh, ...

8 Small Towns in California That Feel Just Like Europe. Chelsee Lowe. April 9, 2025 at 9:00 AM. ... but undeniably posh town of Carmel-By-the-Sea, located on California’s central coast.

St. Simons Island along Georgia’s coast was named the best underrated travel destination in the nation from U.S. News & World ...

Carmel-by-the-Sea made HGTV’s 50 of the Most Charming Small Towns in America list. Former Gold Rush town Nevada City was named one of the country’s best small towns for 2025 by Country Living.

The trend of "townsizing" sees travelers, especially those among Gen Z, choosing quaint small towns like Cape Cod in Massachusetts for a relaxed, movie-like vacation experience.

Despite my 40-plus years living in California, I have yet to tire of city romps and off-the-beaten-path adventures in the Golden State. Even as a younger person, I knew a good thing when I had it ...