Ojai
And speaking of the “spiritual,” Ojai is an incredible location to visit if you want to “get away from it all” for a few days.
A real-life Shangri-La of sorts, the town served as the setting for the 1937 movie “Lost Horizon” this California town is a haven for peace and regeneration and is only about 80 miles northwest of Los Angeles.
Spend a weekend here exploring the outdoors along scenic trails or checking out the art galleries and shops around town. Tip: Bart’s Books, the country’s largest independent outdoor bookstore, tends to be a visitor favorite.
Unfortunately, the resorts and hotels can be a little pricey in this area. But you might consider renting an Airbnb instead. Many of them charge less than $150 a night.
