There’s a reason California is called the golden state, there’s just something about it that puts it ahead of the rest. With incredible diversity California really has something for everyone and is a great place to call home. Specifically, I believe there’s no better place to live than the southern California coast, and here’s why:

1. Amazing Food

Whether its fruit and veggies straight from the farmer’s market, authentic Mexican food, fresh seafood, or delicious acai bowls, Southern California has some pretty delicious food options.

2. Great Beaches

One of the best parts about living along the Southern California coast is access to great beaches no matter where you go. From Santa Barbara to Malibu and all the way down to Coronado, you’re going to find pristine beaches to spend your days lounging in the sand or splashing around in the waves.

3. Consistent Weather

You can always count on great weather year round when you live in Southern California. The abundance of sunshine is always a nice treat. On the off chance the weather is inconsistent and we actually experience a forecast other than rain, at least we can count on southern California residents having a consistent, albeit absurd, reaction to the change in weather.

4. Constant Entertainment

Being in close (or at lease close-ish) proximity to Los Angeles gives So-Cal residents an advantage over the rest of the US, aside from maybe New York City – access to great entertainment. Whether it’s the hottest band, an exclusive preview of the summer’s new blockbuster, or a surprise book signing at your local bookshop, it seems California always gets to one-up the rest of the country when it comes to entertainment. Plus we host both Coachella and Stagecoach, so that’s definitely and advantage to living in Southern California.

5. Disneyland

Southern California is literally the home of the happiest place on earth. Sure, Disney has since expanded and now a few other areas are blessed with the happiness as well, but we have the original Disneyland, and therefore we win. Also we just got Harry Potter world at Universal Studios Hollywood, so take that, Florida.

6. A Beautiful Place to Call Home

Sure, there are lots of beautiful places in the world, but there’s no arguing Southern California is one of them. From the oceans to the mountains there’s undeniable beauty out the wazoo.

Also, just a PSA: People from California never call it Cali, and we would appreciate if you didn’t either.