Orange County by DCi Destinations That WOW
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Why Orange County • Choose from distinct neighborhoods each with their own appeal: Laguna Beach, Dana Point, Newport Coast, Huntington Beach, and Anaheim • Home to the World-Renowned Pageant of the Masters, Sawdust Festival, and many other art events based in Laguna Beach • Its seaside coast is dotted with the most luxurious hotels and resorts, convenient to all this sunny destination has to offer • The Anaheim Convention Center is the largest exhibit facility on the West Coast with recently renovated 1.8 million sq. ft.
Lif t • John Wayne Airport (SNA) is approx. 15 miles • Long Beach Airport (LGB) is approx. 33 miles • Los Angeles International (LAX) is approx. 53 miles
Recommendations BEST TIME OF YEAR: With a fair-weather climate, meetings and events happen year-round in this region. The Summer months see an uptick in leisure travel so rates and occupancy could be higher.
Beyond its epic theme parks and perfect weather, Orange County is celebrated for outdoor dining, entertainment and beach-bound adventure. Trip Advisor DESTINATION CONCEPTS INC
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E xc u r s i o n s
Yachts Rock
Ride On
Up, Up and Away
Explore the hidden neighborhoods of the OC or the rugged coastal trails by bike.
Enjoy the picturesque sights of the harbor and coastline during a parasailing flight that takes you 800 feet into the air.
Ocean Safari
Electric Fun
Catalina Day Trip
Set out for a day with a marine naturalist and film maker who leads you on an up-close-andpersonal meeting with dolphins and marine life.
Cruise the harbor in a charming electric boat where you sip champagne and soak up the scenery.
26 miles off the coast of Southern California lies a unique island escape where you can enjoy a variety of adventures.
Embark on an afternoon of high-end indulgence on the hottest yachts in the OC.
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Top Chef Chops
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OC Polo Posh
Experience an interactive cooking demo and cocktail pairing ideas during an afternoon with one of Orange County’s finest chefs.
Take down the top and cruise down Pacific Coast Highway in a vintage convertible!
Enjoy a polo lesson or demo and gourmet lunch paired with the unofficial polo drink, Rosé wine.
Artists & Makers
Farmer’s Feast
Disney Exclusive
Laguna Beach offers creative excursions from glass blowing to classes at artist’s homes.
Tour a local family-owned farm followed by a cooking class using produce grown at the farm.
The Magic Kingdom offers a chance to be a kid again and you can experience the theme park hot spots with a VIP guide.
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O f f s i te ve n u e s
Art Alive
Inside the Jewel
Take to the Skies
The newest venue in the OC is an art museum where dramatic architecture meets masterpieces.
Orange County’s most iconic landmark, the Mission San Juan Capistrano is the perfect location for your event.
Founded by a Major General, this Aviation Museum showcases vintage aircraft, rare vehicles, and memorabilia.
Kinetic Creativity
Shore Thing
Terrace Treasure
Tucked into the hillside of Laguna Beach, this modern art gallery offers multiple indoor and outdoor spaces.
With miles of scenic coastline there are multiple options for an event where your guest slip out of their shoes and dip their toes in the sand.
The newest venue in seaside Laguna Beach is perfect for al fresco dining and is complete with a modern glass enclosure.
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Marina Moment
A Vine Time
Hillside Estate
Cruise aboard electric boats then end at the luxe Lido Marina Village for an exclusive dinner at famed Nobu.
Orange County is home to wineries of all shapes and sizes, from trendy tasting rooms in the hills of Laguna, to private wine caves in Newport.
This magical villa nestled in the majestic Cleveland National Forest offers Spanish style aesthetic, lush gardens, and an exotic animal sanctuary.
Playa Playground
Nixon Library
Culinary Green
A beach club set inside a 1928 Spanish-Revival style buildingembodies the true Southern California coastal experience.
The Presidential Library plays the perfect role of venue-inchief for a dramatic evening event inside a replica White House Ballroom.
This Anaheim venue unites local eateries in a cool setting of repurposed shipping containers turned food stalls.
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Sustainable Style
Artistic Impression
Sweets & Treats
This local textile company creates luxurious towels from recycled materials and has the sustainable solutions for all adventures.
Take home local art from the famed Sawdust Festival as a beautiful memento of your stay.
Choose from a variety of local items like toffee, popcorn, jerky, wine chips and more, to create the perfect welcome gift.
Wine & Gourmet
Savor OC Flavors
West Coast Kicks
Take home a bottle of wine, olive oil and perfectly paired gourmet popcorn from the newest tasting room in Orange County.
Take your daily cooking and craft cocktailing to a new level with gourmet salts crafted in Laguna Beach.
This brand has its roots in Orange County. What started with two brothers in the surf and skate scene, has evolved into a fashion staple across generations.
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