San Clemente Municipal Pier

Just north of San Diego are a string of beach cities, one of which is San Clemente. If you remember San Clemente was where Nixon escaped the hum-drum life in the White House.

I can see why he did, it's a gorgeous place, sweet breezes, swaying Washingtonian palm trees, and a great pier (see picture).

Downtown isn't far from the beach and there are dozens of shops to mill through.

While I wouldn't want to spend more than a day in San Clemente, it's definitely worth a stop for a great photo op.