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Beautiful, relaxing and incredibly entertaining are just a few of the delightful qualities that make Huntington Beach the ideal vacation destination. You will be stunned by the miles and miles of pristine white beaches, near-perfect weather and a friendly, laid-back attitude coupled with the sophistication of one of the world's largest urban centers.

One of the most remarkable things about Huntington Beach and Southern California is its near-perfect weather. This means you can enjoy beautiful, blue skies and the ability to take part in fun, outdoor activities almost 365 days of the year. It rarely gets above 90 degrees, drops below freezing or rains.

Transportation
Airplane: Huntington Beach is only 12 miles from John Wayne/Orange County Airport (SNA), 18 miles from the Long Beach Airport (LGB), 38 miles from Los Angeles International (LAX) and 48 miles from the Ontario International Airport (ONT). From John Wayne/Orange County Airport, you can take an Orange County Transportation Authority (OCTA) bus, private shuttle or taxi to Huntington Beach.

Automobile: You can reach Huntington Beach from the north, south or east. Pacific Coast Highway (PCH/California Highway 1), the San Diego Freeway (Interstate 405) and Interstate 5 offer access to the city.

Boat: Within Huntington Harbour there are two private, full-service marinas offering guest slips and other services for visiting recreational boaters: Peter's Landing Marina (714-840-1387), www.peterslandingmarina.com; and Sunset Aquatic Marina (562-592-2833). A multi-lane launch ramp is available at Sunset Aquatic Marina, including 24-hour tow vehicle and trailer parking.

Bus: For long distance travel, Greyhound Lines serves Huntington Beach with stops in Santa Ana and Irvine. Call 800-231-2222 or visit www.greyhound.com. OCTA provides convenient local service and connections to bus lines serving the greater Los Angeles and San Diego areas. Call 800-636-7433 or visit www.octa.net. Bus schedules are also available at the Huntington Beach Conference and Visitors Bureau.

Train: The nearest train depots are located in nearby Santa Ana, Anaheim and Irvine. Taxis and OCTA buses are available from these depots. Call 800-872-7245 or visit www.amtrak.com.

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