Kaplan City Guide: Huntington Beach
Located in the peaceful and popular town of Huntington Beach, Golden West College is popular university on the coast of Southern California. Known as one of the surfing hotspots in the USA, Huntington Beach is both active and relaxing, with its beautiful beaches, stretching coastlines, and calm atmosphere making it a great city to study (and surf).
Go to Bella Terra Mall
“In my free time, I like to go the Bella Terra Mall.”
Tip provided by:
Juyoun Moon, South Korea
If you’re looking for somewhere to eat and shop, South Korean student Juyoun recommends visiting the Bella Terra Mall. Located next to the school, Juyoun likes to go here after class to try out the local restaurants, which offer everything from American, Mexican, Japanese, and Italian food, to the popular fro-yo shop Pinkberry.
Easy access to other Coastal Californian towns
“Golden West is close to Los Angeles, San Diego and San Francisco, which are all good places to visit.”
Tip provided by:
Thomas Rualt Bompard, France
For French student Thomas, the best part about studying at Golden West is its close proximity to iconic cities such as Los Angeles and San Francisco. Peaceful, quiet, and calm, Huntington Beach offers a relaxed atmosphere for studying, while offering students the chance to enjoy the hustle and bustle of nearby cities such as Los Angeles, San Francisco, and San Diego.
Go surfing
“One of my favorite things to do is surf at the beach.”
Tip provided by:
Yousef Alqalitani, Saudi Arabia
With its 10 miles of sandy beaches, it’s no wonder Huntington beach is popular with students and locals alike for surfing. Known as one of the surfing capitals in the USA, it’s a popular destination for anyone looking for a bit of a thrill, or just wanting to sit and chill out on the beach.
Capture the stunning sunsets
‘I love watching the sunset at Huntington Beach.’
Tip provided by:
Jihui Wang, China
As an active an outdoor town, one of the most popular places to visit in Huntington Beach is the Ocean Strand, where visitors flock to play volleyball, surf, walk, and cycle along the beachfront. If you really want to enjoy the beach at its best, then hang around to watch the sunset, which Jihui thinks is the best place to view it.
Eager to study at the beautiful Golden West College in Huntington Beach, California? Find out more about Kaplan’s English schools and courses. If you studied with us in Huntington Beach, share your tips and thoughts in the comment section.
