This Clifftop Resort Near Los Angeles Has Ocean Views, Luxury Villas, and Endless Activities All in One Spot

"My journeys as a travel writer typically begin at Los Angeles International Airport, lugging my carry-on and wondering what I forgot to pack. However, on this rare occasion, I'm actually heading for a staycation-an idea I often promote but hardly ever do for myself. No airport, no rushing to the gate this time, just a leisurely drive to the plush Terranea Resort on the nearby Palos Verdes Peninsula."

"The stunning Mediterranean-style resort is set on 102 acres along the rugged cliffs overlooking the Pacific, where once Marineland of the Pacific, an oceanarium-inspired theme park, stood for decades. I was pleased to learn during my recent visit that 45 of Marineland's mature trees were preserved and replanted on the resort's grounds as a tribute to the area's history. After my husband and I left our car with the most charming valet-the first of many staff members who made us feel truly welcome-"

Terranea Resort occupies 102 coastal acres on the Palos Verdes Peninsula with Mediterranean-style architecture atop rugged cliffs overlooking the Pacific and Catalina Island. Forty-five mature trees from the former Marineland site were preserved and replanted as a tribute to local history. Valet service and welcoming staff greet arriving guests, who can view sunsets from numerous ocean-facing terraces. One-bedroom casitas include modern kitchens stocked for families or extended stays, while eight on-site dining venues remove the need for cooking. A resort map and shuttle aid exploration across expansive grounds. Lush gardens, grassy lawns, and walking paths provide privacy and panoramic ocean and hillside vistas.

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