Malibu

Is there a more serene spot for the soul to recharge than sitting on the beach while taking in the majestic mountain landscape? Malibu, California, is perhaps one of the most beautiful places on earth. Most residents live between a few hundred yards and a half miles from the beach. Long the home to Hollywood A-listers and athletes, the residents now range from tech moguls to a hard-working middle-class population.

With 21 miles of coastline, the choices of spots to have some sun and fun are mind-boggling. Since the 1920s, surfers worldwide have flocked here to catch the perfect wave. Spurred on by the movie Gidget in 1959 and the music of the Beach Boys in the early 1960s, the surf scene took off. Because of this and the sheer quality of the waves, Malibu was named the first World Surfing Reserve by the Save the Waves Coalition. Come by in early October for the Malibu Classic. It is stop number three on the World Surf League’s men’s longboard tour. During the winter, grab a spot at Point Dume State Beach and watch the migration of the California gray whales.

For a great time enjoying the culture without dropping a board in the water, check out the John Mazza Historic Surfboard Collection at Pepperdine University. Surfboard history is on display dating back to 1910. Art lovers cherish the Getty Villa, opened in 1974 as the Getty Art Museum with a focus on Ancient Roman and Greek art. The compound is now home to the museum, conservation institute, and research facility. There are over 1200 artifacts on display, including some from the Trojan War

To take in the beauty of the Santa Monica Mountains while getting a little exercise, head on over to Solstice Canyon. Take the Solstice Canyon Trail for a casual stroll, and for true-blue hikers, there is the Rising Sun Trail. Along the way, you may catch a glimpse of alligator lizards, red-tailed hawks, or acorn

When hunger strikes, there is none better than the Carbon Beach Club Restaurant. Watch the waves break as you enjoy freshly caught fish, accompanied by locally sourced products. Make sure to try the wine as the sommelier has won six Wine Spectator Awards in a row. While staying at the Club, make sure to spend some time at the Cure Daily Spa. Enjoy deep tissue massage, skin treatments, or IV therapy while overlooking the Pacific. Bui Sushi has been serving the finest fish from Japan, Hawaii, and more since 2006. Enjoy local favorites like The Hamachi Carpaccio and sip an after-dinner Fresh Lychee.

With the laid-back atmosphere associated with Malibu, you wouldn’t expect that the first working model of a laser took place here in 1960 at Hughes Research Laboratories. When insect and animal pests invade the privacy of your Malibu home or business, choose the company that eliminates them with laser-like accuracy, 101 Gopher & Pest Control. For over 20 years, we have been serving Los Angeles and Ventura counties. For the # 1 Rated gopher control company in the region, contact us today.