Top 5 Can’t Miss

Sample global cuisine at local eateries like Ammatoli, Phnom Penh Noodle Shack, and the Michelin-starred Heritage.

Soak up the Southern California sunshine at the beach, the Naples neighborhood, or aboard a whale-watching boat.

Hunt for hidden treasures at antique shops along Retro Row and art galleries in East Village.

Spend a night at one of the many hotels in the area, such as the Fairmont Breakers, Hotel Maya, or Queen Mary.

Learn about local culture and history at the Long Beach Museum of Art, Rancho Los Alamitos, and the Museum of Latin American Art.

When you think of Southern California’s coastal cities, Los Angeles and San Diego typically spring to mind. But set right on the sand between the two, there’s one cultural and culinary destination that often flies under most travelers’ radars: Long Beach.

Long Beach is located about half an hour down the coast from Los Angeles proper, though it often gets mixed up in the greater L.A. or Orange County areas.…