Time Savor

Head to California’s Orange County coast for a classic beach-cottage vacation.

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Photographer J. Christopher Laumi

Budget Escape

Now part of Crystal Cove State Park’s historic district, this rustic beachside community sits in contrast to the surrounding multimillion-dollar houses. For travelers, there’s good news: In June 2006, the park completed renovations on enough cottages to welcome new visitors.

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