THE CALIFORNIA HOUSING MARKET STAGFLATION EFFECT ON POPULATION PROJECTIONS

A year ago, population projections for the Inland Empire and for the
Coachella Valley in particular were dynamic.  The Coachella Valley
was growing at a rate of 29.5 percent compared to 9.7 percent for
California as a whole and 4.9 percent for the U.S. as a
whole.The Coachella Valley real estate was growing by 47 people per day. In the
Temecula Valley real estate, the rise in the past six years has been even
more dramatic, rising by 62.7 percent.

So what effect has the stagflation of the housing market in California
had on the Inland Empire and the Coachella Valley?  These two
areas, both in the fast-growing area of the Inland Empire, now have so
much to offer, they are likely to keep growing just as rapidly if not
more so in the coming years.

For the two decades from 2000 to 2020, the Inland Empire’s population
is expected to rise from 3.26 million to 5.28 million, up more than 2
million people.  This is more people than most entire states
expect to grow in the same period, and more than Los Angeles alone or
most of the other areas of Southern California combined.

So what is happening in the Inland Empire and in particular, in cities
such as Temecula which has risen from 57, 716 in the year 2000 to a
figure that may now be close to or exceeding 100,000 people?  In
part, the Inland Empire’s population explosion is the result of the
fact that the area still has large amounts of undeveloped land, land
that other counties such as Orange County, have run out of, for the
most part.  Land, space, housing, are all less expensive and
easier to get to.  People will work for less in areas where they
don’t have to drive three hours through rush hour traffic and employers
recognizing this have started to make the move to the Inland Empire.

The Inland Empire has also become Southern California’s logistics
hub.  Cargo flowing in and out of Southern California must, by
necessity pass through the Inland Empire either through the Cajon Pass,
the San Gorgonio Pass and through the area’s freeways.

The demand for rail shipments is reportedly forcing the BNSF Railroad
to double their capacity and Union Pacific Railroad may need to seek an
intermodal site in addition to its main switching yard in Colton. 
Container traffic in the ports of Long Beach and Los Angeles is
soaring.  Southern California’s trucking firms have their major
cargo sorting facilities in the Inland Empire.  And UPS, Federal
Express Ground and DHL have major hubs now in Southern California at
Ontario International Airport, in Rialto and at March Air Force Base,
respectively.

Ontario International Airport is already the second largest cargo
airport in Southern California and March Air Reserve Base is expected
to rank third by 2030.

As areas such as San Diego feel the same growing pains and traffic
problems that Orange County suffered before them, cities such as
Temecula are reaping the rewards with its equally pleasant weather and
its setting among the wineries of the Temecula Valley.  As with
other cities in the Inland Empire compared with San Diego County and
Orange County cities, Temecula offers an educated population and labor
force, lower lease rates for space, lower home costs, lower crime
rates, and less traffic congestion.  While not as inexpensive as
it was before, land is still less expensive in the Inland Empire than
in San Diego or Orange County and the Inland Empire has a logistics
advantage being close to logistics hubs.

The Coachella Valley, once much more of a seasonal area, is now
comprised primarily of full-time residents.  New buyers have made
the move either because of the lower cost of housing or because people
who previously purchased vacation homes in the Palm Springs area have
now moved there permanently.

The Coachella Valley has only begun to focus its attention on a younger
segment of the State’s population with its affordable wealth and as
more cutting edge developments, recreation and nightlife come to the
area such as the Hard Rock Hotel planned for Palm Springs and the large
scale casino developments with the entertainment and concerts they can
attract, the Coachella Valley will almost certainly continue to grow at
the same rapid pace if not faster.  Further down valley, La Quinta
has perhaps the most spectacular mountain settings that are common to
all of the Coachella Valley cities, combined with new developments such
as the Griffin Ranch which offers equestrian estates to horse lovers.

Clearly, with population increases of nearly 30 percent in the last 6
years in the Coachella Valley and 62.7 percent in the Temecula Valley,
and with the advantages that these areas have to offer, certain areas
of the Inland Empire will continue to do extremely well, even in this
time of stagflation for the housing market in California.  What
may also be common to each of these growing areas is the intangible
attraction of nature.  In the Temecula Valley it is the natural
setting of the vineyards that gives the area it’s feeling of
peacefulness.  In the Coachella Valley, it is the mountains
populated with bighorn sheep that offer both desert views and
snow-capped peaks in winter.

Hot Food Spots In Newport Beach California: Chimayo Grill

Everyone in the United States knows that Southern California and especially the beach area of Southern California is one of the hottest places to stay and vacation at. What many people do not know are about the hidden treasure around Newport Beach. Both Newport Beach, Corona Dell Mar, and even Huntington Beach are among some of the top spots for vacationing. However, many of the restaurants, activities, and entertainments spots are only known to the locals. Well, not any more as this article will reveal one of the hottest places to eat.

Newport Beach California is full of some of the most wonderful dinning experiences in the world. You will definitely feel like you are living the high life when you dine out in Newport Beach and truly no trip to this area is complete without a good sampling of its wonderful restaurants. One place that you will want to be sure to enjoy is Chimayo Grill. They have the best mix of Santa Fe, Tex Mex food found anywhere. It is a luxurious dinning experience that you are sure to remember with wonderful new taste experiences that will leave your taste buds scramming for more.

The Chimayo Grill is located on Fashion Island, in the chic shopping oasis. After a long day of shopping, nothing beats going to the grill for lunch or dinner. Starting with the legendary tequila infusion is great, as it consists of fresh fruit marinated in tequila. Although they taste light and fruity, they are full of tequila and pack quite a punch!

There is also a second Chimayo Grill now open in Huntington beach. In fact it is right next to the pier. If you have the inclination to eat here for sure act on it, you will not regret the decision. They have beautiful balcony seating where you can enjoy the crashing surf, setting sun and world class surfers all while you sit and eat your dinner.

One of the most inviting things about the restaurant is it’s unique blend of decorations and wonderful food. The restaurant is tastefully decorated with a relaxed Santa Fe style decor. It is a nice relaxed environment and the food on the menu is wonderful. you really can not go wrong no matter what you choose to sample and in fact you might want to come back tot he restaurant many times once you get hooked on the unique and complex flavors available.

The Chimayo Grill is incredible, set in one of the most wonderful and fun settings of Newport Beach, Fashion Island. They also now have a location in nearby Huntington Beach also. At either location you can enjoy a very relaxed atmosphere where you will feel comfortable and fit right in. You can enjoy your dinner and the wonderful dishes they create and not have to worry if you are holding the right fork. The restaurant is kid friendly and a setting that can be enjoyed by everyone so take the kids along for a family dinning experience to remember, or if you really want to live leave the kids with a babysitter and have a night of fun out on the town including dinner at Chimayo Grill.

Hotel reviews: Hotel Espaa, Lima

On two extended trips to California this year, with various stopping points in Northern and Southern California, I decided to follow the Best Western Book for travel tips and accommodations. Helpful maps and driving instructions to each hotel have proved valuable at the end of a busy day.

I have found the Best Western quality categories to be accurate and well described, in addition with a central calling number its easy to call ahead on a road trip and make reservations at short notice.

The hotels in the chain are franchisees, however the standards are relatively consistent, there are no surprises except even in larger cities the rates offered are fair and very competitive compared to other possible places to stay.

The check in process is also consistent, Best Western offers a points system which can be redeemed for free nights stay when enough points have been earned.

In all cases the Best Western offers a quick and easy continental breakfast, ideal to accommodate a quick path back to the highway.

I find this chain to offer quality of service, consistently nice staff, and a good nights stay in a clean environment for a competitive price.

I leave each hotel feeling refreshed, as most in California have pools and Jacuzzis, rested and content that my dollars were well spent.

I have joined the Best Western membership system and find it to be positive.