Arts & Entertainment

Paris, New York ... and Laguna Beach?

Travel website ranks the seaside enclave as a top city for art lovers.

When it comes to art, Laguna Beach is one of the top travel destinations in the U.S., according to a report from TravelNerd.com, the touristy division of NerdWallet.com.

Citing the city's palette of museums and galleries, along with such events as the Sawdust Festival and Pageant of the Masters, TravelNerd calls Laguna Beach "an artist haven."

"When art lovers think of dream destinations, cities like Paris, Barcelona and New York come to mind," TravelNerd writer Annie Wang writes. "However, travelers shouldn’t forget about the smaller destinations closer to home with incredible art cultures."

Also on the website's list of tiny towns attuned to art: Sedona, Ariz.; Santa Fe, N.M.; Savannah, Ga.; Asheville, N.C.; and Sarasota, Fla.

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