Paddle Boarding & Surfing

Picture lush Alhambra-like manicured gardens with rushing fountains, traditional Japanese scenes with bridges and koi ponds, and formal Italian-esque lawns lined with Roman statues.

Shopping is a pastime here in Santa Monica, and you’ve got everything to choose from — specialty stores, brand name flagships, upscale artist ateliers and bohemian shops.

The original 100-acre Disneyland opened in Anaheim in 1955 is just 45 miles from The Miramar, and they don’t call it the “happiest place on Earth” for nothing. Take the kids or just be a kid for a day.