San Luis Obispo (or SLO for short) is a great college commnity nestled next to some lush hills on the Central Coast of California. Its population of 44,000 also includes some 18,000 students of the California Polytechnic State University.

Weather here is great, as you've come to expect from coastal Californian towns. The famous Heart Castle, one fo California's most popular attractions, is located here. The downtown area is vibrant and full of students between thursday and sunday. Fine dining, quirky boutiques, and a booming nightlife are all big parts of living in San Luis Obispo.

For the arts, there's the arts center, children's museum, a world-class performing arts center, and special events held every week.

Being near one of California's fertile valleys, there are many hiking, recreation, and wineries options available just a short drive away. Of course, the beach is never too far, in addition to numerous State parks and lakes.

The city maintains a healthy distance roughly between San Francisco and Los Angeles, meaning that it has maintained a unique culture and heritage unspoiled by big city metropolises. In the end, it all adds up to a high quality of life that's unlike anywhere else in California.