Orange County California Resort Life

Legoland Aquarium : New - Opens 11-AUG-2008
Legoland just finished building a big 36,000 square foot sealife aquarium exhibit just to the left of the main gate. The first floor is slated to include a freshwater stream, a children's maze, an area for harbor animals, a theater, a toddler water play zone and a classroom. A restaurant, a sea horse display area, a ray tank and nature discovery area are planned for the second floor.

San Diego Chargers - NFL [AUG-JAN]
The Chargers were one of the original eight teams of the AFL founded in 1960. In the years since then, the Chargers have made seven trips to the playoffs and three appearances in the AFC Championship game. At the end of the 1994 season, the Chargers faced the San Francisco 49ers in Super Bowl XXIX and fell 49-26.

Viator - Guided VIP Tours for California
Guided VIP Tours to area theme parks, wilderness adventures, dinner cruises, nightclubs, aviation and many other exciting adventures.

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Pageant of the Masters - July / August
Pageant Performances: Every Evening - Live actors, intricate sets and sophisticated lighting will captivate the audience as recreations of classical and contemporary artworks are brought to life.

Sawdust Art Festival - July / August
More than 175 local artists invite visitors to stroll along sawdust-covered paths through a village of fine arts and superb crafts.

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Tour Disney Resort Anaheim
The Disneyland Resort is bigger and more magical than ever! It now features two incredible Disney theme parks-Disney's California Adventure park and Disneyland park; three outstanding Disneyland Resort Hotels-Disney's Grand Californian Hotel and Disney's Paradise Pier Hotel and the Disneyland Hotel; plus the ultimate dining, entertainment and shopping experience-the Downtown Disney District.

Knott's Berry Farm - Buena Park
This major amusement park recreates the carnival adventure atmosphere of yesteryear. What was once an actual berry farm is now 160 acres of world class rides, unique family shows and one of a kind attractions that is fascinating to funseekers of all generations.

Tour Newport Beach
A six-mile beachfront lies along the peninsula between the bay and the ocean. It is famous worldwide for its picturesque white sand beaches, majestic coastline, many recreational activities, award-winning fine dining and world-class shopping.

Tour San Clemente
The coastal community of San Clemente, the Spanish Village by the Sea, is located halfway between Los Angeles and San Diego. San Clemente, next door to the famous Laguna Beach, is a town made for walking. A short stroll will take you past flower-laden street lamps to quaint cafes, unique shops and a beautiful white sand beach.

Mission San Juan Capistrano
Mission San Juan Capistrano is the seventh mission founded November 1, 1776, by early Franciscan priests. Today it is a monument to California’s multicultural history, embracing its Native American, Spanish, Mexican and European heritage. Originally built as a self sufficient community by Spanish padres and Indians, the Mission was a center for agriculture, industry, education and religion.

Anaheim Angels - [APR-SEP]
Radically downsized to 45,000 seats and remodeled to allow easier internal circulation, the latest incarnation of Angels stadium features more and better suites and club seats and improved press facilities. Six immense baseball bats help hold up a curved beam over the main entrance creating an exciting pro baseball stadium experience.

Orange County Ocean Institute - Dana Point CA
To learn about oceanography, science, and California history, students voyage onto the ocean, study in labs and live aboard tall ships or in the chaparral, where they can feel and taste the salty sea spray, sort through live specimens, observe migrating whales, collect scientific data and investigate the culture and world around them.

Mission San Juan Capistrano
Mission San Juan Capistrano is the seventh mission founded November 1, 1776, by early Franciscan priests. Today it is a monument to California’s multicultural history, embracing its Native American, Spanish, Mexican and European heritage. Originally built as a self sufficient community by Spanish padres and Indians, the Mission was a center for agriculture, industry, education and religion.

Pacific Marine Mammal Center
Center dedicated to the rescue, rehabilitation, and release of marine mammals stranded along the Orange County coastline and to increase public awareness of the marine environment through education and research.

Orange County Ocean Institute
To learn about oceanography, science, and California history, students voyage onto the ocean, study in labs and live aboard tall ships or in the chaparral, where they can feel and taste the salty sea spray, sort through live specimens, observe migrating whales, collect scientific data and investigate the culture and world around them.

Ronald Caspers Wilderness Park
8,000 acre protected wilderness preserve nestled among the river terraces and sandstone canyons of the western coastal Santa Ana Mountains. The park includes many groves of native Coastal Live Oak and magnificent stands of California Sycamore.

San Clemente State Beach
Popular with surfers, this one-mile long beach strip also offers skin diving, swimming, body surfing and scenic bluff top nature hike trails. A dramatic setting and invigorating air satisfy its many visitors, whatever their interest, energy level or state of mind.

San Onofre State Beach
Featuring 3.5 miles of sandy beaches, this place includes the blufftop San Mateo campground and the very famous surf spot, Trestles Beach.

Aliso & Woods Canyon Wilderness Park
Within the park lands are mature oaks, sycamores, and elderberry trees, two year round streams and over 30 miles of official trails. Many rare and endangered plants and animals make this park their home. This park is designated as a wildlife sanctuary.

Nixon Birthplace & Library
Museum and Birthplace Historical Site of the 37th American President. President Nixon established the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and was the first President to visit the People's Republic of China.

Hyatt Newporter Resort 1107 Jamboree Road, Newport Beach, CA 92660; The Hyatt Regency Newport Beach is Orange County's prime spot for meetings, dining, sports and entertainment. Featuring 403 luxury guestrooms, suites, Hyatt Business Plan services and four bungalows with private pools. Resort amenities also feature 16 lighted tennis courts at the Palisades Tennis Club, 9-hole golf course, volleyball, bicycles, whirlpools, jogging trails, health club and 3 pools.

Huntington Beach Hilton Waterfront Inn 21100 Pacific Coast Highway, Huntington Beach, CA 92648; Beachfront location near Huntington Beach Pier; A 100% non-smoking resort hotel overlooking the Pacific Ocean and miles of white sand beaches, the Huntington Beach Hilton hotel offers a casually elegant destination for a family vacation, business meeting, or romantic vacation getaway. This AAA four-diamond rated Hilton hotel and resort in Huntington Beach is close to major Southern California theme parks, airports, and entertainment venues.

Huntington Beach Howard Johnson Inn 17251 Beach Blvd., Huntington Beach, CA 92647; Howard Johnson Express Inn Resort is found in picturesque Huntington Beach, Surf City USA. This hotel is near the I-405 Freeway, providing easy access to many Southern California theme park attractions and the oceanfront. The thoughtfully decorated spacious guestrooms have individual climate control and feature cable TV with sports and movie channels. Howard Johnson offers suites with in-room spas, business executive suites, rooms with two queen size beds, or one king size bed.

St Regis Monarch Beach Resort 1 Monarch Beach Drive, Dana Point, CA 92629; Location: Just of Pacific Coast Hwy on Westside of Dana Point Situated on 200 acres above the Pacific Ocean stands one of California's most famous vacation resorts. Few hotels in the world can match this outstanding property. The St. Regis Monarch Beach Resort, built in Tuscan-style, is devoted to the pursuit of service and elegance with a seamless blend of comfort and technology.

Anaheim Tropicana Inn 1540 S. Harbor Boulevard, Anaheim, CA 92802; Adjancent to Disneyland at corner of Harbor and Midway. This resort is a designated Disneyland Good Neighbor Hotel located at the Pedestrian Walkway into the Disneyland Resort. The hotel features newly remodeled rooms that offer a choice of one king, double queen or two bedroom suites with kitchens. All guestrooms are equipped with refrigerators, microwave, coffee/tea maker, hairdryer and iron. Visitors may also enjoy the Olympic Style pool with an oversized spa or just relax and soak up the Southern California sun.

Anaheim Raffles Inn Best Western 2040 South Harbor Boulevard, Anaheim, CA 92802; This Disneyland area hotel features Victorian-style architecture with 108 beautifully appointed guestrooms and family suites. Each room shows all the conveniences of home including free high-speed Internet access, refrigerator, microwave and 27-inch television with cable. Upgraded family suites provide accommodations for six to eight guests; some feature bunk beds and two bathrooms-the only Best Western in the Anaheim area to offer bunk beds. The hotel also offers a heated pool, Jacuzzi, meeting room space, a fitness room and a guest laundry.

Anaheim Days Inn West Resort 1030 W. Ball Rd., Anaheim, CA 92802; Located adjacent to the north side Disneyland parking lot and tram shuttle on Ball Road. While at this Days Inn property you can enjoy the Disneyland Firework show from your room every night. For those guests looking to kick start their morning, try the Complimentary Continental Breakfast with a free copy of USA Today newspaper. The 38 guestrooms feature a television, microwave, refrigerator, coffee maker, hairdryer and in-room safe.

Newport Beach Marriott Bayview Resort A quiet retreat, the Newport Beach Marriott Bayview, formerly the Newport Beach Marriott Suites, is nestled overlooking the Back Bay. 254 spacious single bedroom suites with step out balcony, living room, bedroom and oversized marble bathroom.

Capistrano Beach Resort 34734 Pacific Coast Highway, Capistrano Beach, CA 92624; Location: Oceanfront Resort Featuring luxurious, fully equipped, 2-room Suites in Capistrano Beach with unparalleled panoramic Ocean Views from large balconies and patios. On the beautiful white-sand beach play volleyball, watch the sunset or listen to the waves over a roaring firepit. Nearby are dana point harbor and the san clemente pier.

Inn at Laguna Beach 211 North Pacific Coast Highway, Laguna Beach, CA 92651; Located on junction of Broadway (SR-133) and PCH (SR-1) Perched atop a seaside bluff in the heart of Laguna just steps from unique shopping and dining. The Inn at Laguna Beach offers spectacular views of Southern California's coastline and all its beauty. The Inn also features a variety of choices that will accommodate the most discriminating meeting planner including ocean view meeting space.

Laguna Shores Resort 419 North Pacific Coast Highway, Laguna Beach, CA 92651; Located on PCH (SR-1) overlooking Divers Cove Guests enjoy miles of picturesque beaches, stimulating art exhibits, fine dining and great shopping within walking distance along scenic Pacific Coast Highway. Day trips to Disneyland, Sea World, and other Southern California theme parks and family attractions are a short distance away.

Yorba Linda Ayres Hotel 22677 Oakcrest Circle, Yorba Linda, CA 92887; Location: Santa Ana Canyon off Freeway 91 at Weir Canyon Exit. Ayres' first rate, friendly service meets the elegance of a European-style boutique hotel. Find everything you could ask for in a home away from home. Enter the French Provencal hotel lobby, the perfect drawing room for guests to meet. The carefully selected antiques, imported art and fresco painted walls exude refinement and good taste. Feel the warmth of our large marble fireplace. And the hospitality of our daily complimentary full buffet breakfast and complimentary nightly guest reception with appetizers, beer, wine, juice & cookies. Welcome to Ayres Suites at Yorba Linda.