Surf City USA® Unites Tourism Businesses and Public Safety and City Departments to Foster a More Welcoming Destination for All
HUNTINGTON BEACH, Calif., Sept. 17, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Huntington Beach is leading the charge for accessible travel as the first destination in California to achieve Sensory Inclusive® Certification by KultureCity, the world's leading nonprofit on sensory accessibility and acceptance, marking a significant step toward creating a more welcoming and supportive experience for travelers and residents with sensory needs and invisible disabilities.
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