So. Calif. Wilderness Adventures
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Discover California's natural wonders when you explore to a scenic backdrop of amazing desert, mountain, islands and coastal terrain.
Southern California features many exciting high wilderness adventures opportunities for
rock climbing, mountaineering, ocean sailing, camping, hiking and more.
Harbor Area Restaurants
Dining Adventures at over 30 fine restaurants on the Harborfront in Dana Point.
And there are more at the nearby Monarch Bay Plaza neighborhood in West Dana Point.
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Laguna Beach Life [OCT-MAY] - Nightly Concert Series
Laguna Beach Music Festival [2nd Week in January]
Dedicated to artistic excellence and innovation, Laguna Beach Live presents free chamber music concerts on the First Sundays (October–May) at the Laguna College of Art & Design,
a weeklong Music Festival in January exploring modern classical music and new composers, special fall and spring concerts, and an outdoor summer jazz series at the Hotel Laguna.
 Concert Website;
- See website for event calendar updates.
Dana Point Whale Festival [MAR]
During the peak of whale migration season, 40 – 50 whales pass by Dana Point each day,
using the Dana Point Headland’s 200-foot cliffs near the harbor as a landmark to check their migration path.
Street Faire, Parade, Sailing Regatta, Art Show, Music Series, and Open House at Sailing Center and Ocean Institute.
Laguna Dance Festival [Late Sept]
Festival Website;
Presenting everything for dancers, choreographers and dance lovers including world class dance companies.
Newport Beach Radisson Resort
Only minutes from beaches, shopping & museums. It features a chic lobby, elegantly designed guest rooms and suites.
The spacious guestrooms offer guests such premium amenities as newspaper, High-Speed Wireless Internet Access,
work desks, free in-room safes and two phones with voicemail.
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Pageant of the Masters /
Irvine Bowl - Festival of Arts - July / August
Irvine Bowl, 650 Laguna Canyon Rd, Laguna Beach, CA 92561; (800) 487-3378;
Festival Website;
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.
Festival of Arts - Fine Art Collection Open Daily 10AM-11:30PM.
Most famous event in Laguna Beach for nearly 70 years.
Festival of Arts is the oldest, most respected outdoor
art show in California with orginal words of over 160 accomplished
artists. Free art tours, workshops and demonstrations.
Gala Benefit - The Day after Pagent Closes.
Sawdust Art Festival - July / August
935 Laguna Canyon Road, Laguna Beach, CA 92651; (949) 494-3030;
Festival Website;
More than 175 local artists invite visitors to stroll along sawdust-covered paths through a village of fine arts and superb crafts.
Since 1966 this event has drawn visitors from around the world who are looking for one-of-a-kind artwork, including paintings, jewelry, ceramics, photographs,
sculptures, hand-blown glass and more. Meet and purchase directly from the artists! Varied demonstrations including glass blowing, complimentary art workshops,
children's art activities, refreshments and live entertainment make this a memorable event.
Spring into Art - Weekends in March
Art Studio Tour - Early April
Winter Fantasy - Weekends - Nov/Dec
Art A Fair [Summer]
777 Laguna Canyon Rd, Laguna Beach, CA 92561; 949-494-4514;
Festival Website;
International Art exhibit features 125 internationally juried artists and master craftsmen
and offers guests the chance to experience the passion of artists working in oil painting, sculpture, mixed media, digital art, ceramics, glass, jewelry, and wood firsthand.
Laguna Art Museum
307 Cliff Dr, Laguna Beach, CA; 949-494-8971;
Museum Website;
Open Daily: 11AM-5PM (Except Wednesdays); Free Admission on 1st Thursday of month;
An American art museum with a focus on the artworks of California and the role of art in the American culture.
The museum includes fine art collections, exhibitions, research and instruction.
Laguna Beach Fine Culture Programs
City of Laguna Beach - Public Art Displays
are found throughout the city on benches, murals, sculptures and other public places.
1st Thursday Art Walk - Over
38 galleries participate in a free viewing on the first thursday evening of every month.
Laguna Beach Art Aliance - LBaa is
a group of 22 local cultural arts organizations.
Laguna College of Art & Design - Exhibitions featured in two galleries
Art Escapes - Laguna Outreach Community Arts Program
Laguna Culinary Arts Cooking School - hands-on cooking classes for the home-chef.
Laguna Beach Restaurants & Nightclubs
Dining Adventures along the coast:
Aegean Cafe - 540 S Coast Hwy
- Mediterranean Restaurant serving authentically Greek Food
Brussels Bistro -222 Forest Ave
Cafe Zoolu - 860 Glenneyre St
- this funky quasi-polynesian cafe is casual and hip without being trendy. Seafood.
Cedar Creek Inn - 384 Forest Ave
The Cottage Restaurant - 308 N Coast Hwy
- a landmark home that has watched the ever-changing Laguna surf for more than a half century.
Hennessey's Tavern - 213 Ocean Ave
- sidewalk cafe featuring breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Johnny Rockets - 188 S Coast Hwy
- an international retro diner-style restaurant chain that provides the food and friendliness reminiscent of feel-good Americana.
Las Brisas Mexican Restaurant - 361 Cliff Dr, -
Ocean Brewing Company - 237 Ocean Ave
Pomodoro Boccinocino - 234 Forest Ave
- Italian pasta dishes
Picayo Restaurant - 610 N Coast Hwy
- enjoy fine dining in the ambiance of a classic French chateau.
Romeo Cucino - 249 Broadway St
- ristante italiano
Sorrento Grille - 370 Glenneyre St
White House Restaurant & Nightclub - 340 S Coast Hwy
- First established in 1918, it later became very popular with stars of stage and screen from Hollywood when they would come to dine and hear the latest popular music by the sea in Southern California.
Zinc Cafe & Market - 350 Ocean Ave
- a casual but thoughtful approach of making our food and hosting our guests is reflective of the environments of Paris, San Francisco, Berkeley and other urban environments.
Laguna Playhouse - Theater
Moulton Theater, 606 Laguna Canyon Rd, Laguna Beach, CA 92651; 949-497-ARTS;
Theater Website;
Superlative entertainment comes in many forms, and The Laguna Playhouse continues to make
your theatergoing here an adventure by producing a broad spectrum of terrific plays each
season. And you know that you can count on top-notch productions featuring dynamic actors
and imaginative designs. Programs include youth theater conservatory and more.
Laguna Beach By The Sea Inn
California Vacation Resort - Laguna Beach
475 North Pacific Coast Highway, Laguna Beach, CA 92651;
Located on junction of Myrtle Street and PCH
By The Sea Inn is a peaceful 36 room Inn featuring newly renovated rooms fully equipped with deluxe amenities.
All rooms face our pool and open courtyard- some with balconies and ocean views. By the Sea Inn is centrally located just 3 blocks from
downtown Laguna Beach- restaurants- shops and galleries.Complimentary continental breakfast offered to all guests.
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Laguna Beach Vacation Village
647 South Pacific Coast Highway, Laguna Beach, CA 92651;
Located on junction of Legion Street and PCH
Vacation Village is a luxurious resort destination nestled on Laguna Beach overlooking the blue waters of the Pacific Ocean.
There is an amazing view combined with a peaceful family atmosphere. With many rooms offering a kitchenette, this is the
perfect place to relax with your family and enjoy the beautiful scenery that Laguna Beach has to offer.
After the beach, come lay by the two swimming pools or relax after a rough day in the waves by enjoying the whirlpool.
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Aliso Creek Inn
California Vacation Resort - Laguna Beach
31106 South Pacific Coast Highway, Laguna Beach, CA 92651;
Located across from Aliso State Beach
This is a picturesque resort, featuring a 9-hole golf course tucked away in a breathtakingly beautiful canyon.
One and two bedroom suites and studios featuring full kitchens and private patios. Home of Canyon Lodge American Grill, one
of Laguna Beach's finest restaurants. Includes banquet and meeting space where you focus on the business or pleasure at hand.
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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.
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Carlsbad Sheraton Resort Hotel
This new upscale luxury resort opens in February 2008 and is positioned to become
the most exciting property in Southern California. It is situated on a hilltop looking towards
the Pacific Ocean and adjacent to both Legoland California and the Crossings Golf Course.
The resort has eleven large banquet rooms and is the largest meeting facility for
San Diego North County area and is closeby to the Carlsbad Ranch business district.
Over 25,000 square feet of meeting and conference facilities.
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San Clemente Travelodge
2441 S. El Camino Real, San Clemente, CA 92672;
This California Vacation Resort is found only 3 blocks from the San Clemente State Park and State Beach and adjacent to 18 Hole PGA golf course.
This Sleepy Bear Honor Roll property is within walking distance to many fine restaurants on the beach and pier.
Guests may enjoy rooms with private balconies with an ocean view or golf course view and some rooms with in-room Jacuzzi.
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San Clemente Days Inn
2441 S. El Camino Real, San Clemente, CA 92672;
Welcome to the wonderful San Clemente Days Inn located just off the I-5 freeway midway between Los Angeles and San Diego.
This hotel is in close proximity to white sand beaches, fine dining, entertainment and premier golf courses.
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Capistrano Beach Resort
Featuring luxurious, fully equipped, 2-room Suites in Capistrano Beach with unparalleled
panoramic Ocean Views from large balconies and patios.
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San Clemente Cove
104 South Alameda Lane, San Clemente, CA 92672;
Location: Adjacent to San Clemente Pier;
This California Timeshare Condominium Vacation Resort is located across from the sparkling Pacific Ocean.
This Mediterranean style resort features a casual beach atmosphere in the charming town of San Clemente.
The light and open architecture will make you feel right at home with beautiful balconies, some of which overlook the ocean,
fireplaces and full kitchens. San Clemente is perfect for every type of vacation, from families wanting to spend time at the beach to a romantic seaside getaway.
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America's Best Inn - Laguna Beach 
