Hang ten at Huntington Beach or take a ski run at Big Bear. Discover history preserved in landmarks and revel in world renowned performing arts. See the vast variety of California’s lifestyle cities. Explore the hills and valleys of San Francisco: ride a trolley car, explore the Barbary Coast, enjoy museums, opera, symphony and distinguished cuisine on Fisherman’s Wharf. Travel to the bustling mega-tropolis Los Angeles and tour the infamous Beverly Hills and Hollywood, home to the rich and famous. Marvel at the sites and sounds of southern California - at the regions natural beauty from beaches to desert to snow-capped mountains. All without leaving your own lounge chair!
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Collection
In ACMI's collection
Credits
Collection metadata
ACMI Identifier
305186
Language
English
Audience classification
G
Subject categories
Anthropology, Ethnology, Exploration & Travel → California
Anthropology, Ethnology, Exploration & Travel → San Francisco (Calif.)
Anthropology, Ethnology, Exploration & Travel → Travel
Anthropology, Ethnology, Exploration & Travel → United States - Description and travel
Documentary → Documentary films - Australia
Economics, Philosophy, Politics, Religion & Sociology → Leisure
Food, Health, Lifestyle, Medicine, Psychology & Safety → Leisure
Hobbies, Recreation & Sport → Leisure
Places → San Francisco (Calif.)
Sound/audio
Sound
Colour
Colour
Holdings
VHS; Access Print (Section 1)