Huntington Harbour

With a community of around 3,500 people this seaside neighborhood has a village-like feel. This is where vacationers in L.A. can get away from the city life without actually leaving the city. Its waterfront location gives visitors plenty of activities such as boating, kayaking, paddle boarding, fishing, and luxury yacht cruises. For people who'd rather stay on land you can paint ceramics or eat at a brewery. Interestingly, the five islands are all manmade specifically for this residential development. (Submitted by Estefani Gutierrez)