We find San Diego (RSF) gives us the best of all worlds. Compared to certain other cities, some might find it bland and boring, but we never seem to have a dull moment living here, so those perceptions might depend on the lifestyle one creates.
We spend quite a bit of time in LA because of my wife’s connection to the film business, but, even though we’ve considered Malibu, we just feel we wouldn’t gain anything we don’t already have here.
We definitely enjoy visiting other places for extended periods of time and immersing ourselves in the various elements each have to offer, but, we always look forward to coming “home.”
As with all things in life, it all comes down to personal choices, so there really is no right or wrong.