Arizona over California any & every day. Prescott was really pretty last time I was there, but fairly far from the population centers if that matters.

For relocating, I always recommend that folks 1st do some homework - Google, looking at maps, elevation/resources/taxes & etc. Then, rent a place in the proposed location and learn the area, check the "fit" so to speak. Only then, after you know you're Home, put down roots.