Why is the West Coast nicer than the East Coast?

If the “go-go-go” pace of the East Coast sounds overwhelming, the West coast may be a perfect fit. On the West coast, people are a lot more laid-back. Nature and health are often a huge focus there, so it should come as no surprise that they try to stay very zen and get out to their favorite parks and locations.



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Why? The West Coast is far more dramatic, with bigger cliffs, mountains, waves, and far more protected natural features. The East Coast was settled first and still has a lot of detritus from those centuries of development, while much of the West Coast only became heavily populated post World War II.

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The researchers surveyed almost 26,000 people to analyze the mental health well-being effects of being close to the coast. The results showed that those who live less than 1km from the sea are 22% less likely to have mental health symptoms compared to those living over 50km away.

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The West Coast of the United States boasts some of the most beautiful beaches in the country, offering miles of pristine coastlines, beautiful ocean scapes, and stunning sunsets. From the sunny beaches of California to the rugged coastlines of Washington, there's something for everyone on a West Coast road trip.

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