There is nothing like fall in the midwest! The East looks the same but is too concentrated. Miles of unfettered beauty without the crush and personalities the East can foster. Cali weather strong for lack of humidity, steady temps around your way and northern coastal beauty. Now the Baja in Mexico is truly heaven for that kind of weather. Too bad about the inhabitants. I have driven from Ensenada, MX to Vancouver, B.C. I'll take Michigan overall and try to ignore the spring slop.