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P R E S E N T E D B Y G O C A L
SOUTHERN
CALIFORNIA
Starts Here
From touchdown to timeless
moments, GOCAL is the gateway
to sunshine, mountain trails and
unique experiences
BY GRACE TOBY
buckwheat and sagebrush scent the moun-
Above the rolling valleys, where California
tain air, warm Santa Ana Winds sweep
through the canyon as the sun dips low.
This is the Golden State’s golden hour.
Just 50 km east of Los Angeles, the neighbouring
cities of Ontario and Rancho Cucamonga form the
Greater Ontario region (GOCAL). Nestled at the foot-
hills of the San Gabriel Mountains, these west coast
communities offer a convenient, relaxed alternative
to the sprawl of surrounding cities. Basking in
year-round sunshine and a warm Mediterranean
climate, the area captures the laid-back SoCal spirit
where comfort overrides congestion. Touch down
at nearby Ontario International Airport (ONT), a
traveller-friendly gateway that makes getting here
a breeze.
Stay and Relax
Framed by dramatic mountains, the newly built,
boutique-style Sanctity Hotel Rancho Cucamonga
blends nature with contemporary comfort, creating
a serene sanctuary all its own. Big-chain hotels,
including the Hilton Garden Inn with an indoor
pool, and Hyatt Place also with an outdoor pool,
ensure that they can accommodate stays for couples
or larger groups.
Shop, Dine and Discover
Retail therapy beckons at Ontario Mills, California’s
largest indoor outlet centre with over 200 stores,
DID YOU KNOW?
Ontario, California, was named
by Canadian brothers after their
home province of Ontario, Canada.
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