LOCALE ROAD TRIP GUIDE
7 ROAD TRIP DO’S AND DON’TS DO: Do have an itinerary Do stop to take selfies
DON’T: Don’t drink water an hour before your trip Don’t drive during rush hour Don’t pick up hitchhikers Don’t forget your wallet
SURF CI TY, USA
ORANGE COUNTY
Written By: Gabrielle Abenoja
You’re cruisin’ down California’s scenic Pacific Coast Highway and you found the perfect place to stop for the ultimate Southern Californian experience: Huntington Beach, better known as Surf City, USA. Shimmering ocean, the famous pier with Ruby’s at the end and a downtown area that provides endless amounts of fun things to do, see and, of course, chow down.
7835 Ivanhoe Ave La Jolla, CA 92037
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ADVENTURE IS OUT THERE SHENANIGANS FOR THE THRILL SEEKERS
EXTREME LEVEL
TAKE A SUP GLOW NIGHT TOUR Get daring after the sun sets. Explore the dark depths of the bay as an illuminated observer as you float quietly above the water on a glowing paddleboard, just inches away from local marine life. One Session: $45 Pirate Coast Paddle Company 1131 Back Bay Dr Newport Beach, CA 92660 949.278.0011 www.piratecoastpaddle.com
Stairs at The Camp 2937 Bristol St Costa Mesa, CA 92626
EXTREME LEVEL
EXTREME LEVEL
WRANGLE A BOA
GO PARASAILING
For your next adventure, amp up the wild and extreme factor. Beat your fear of snakes and head to Prehistoric Pets to hold a live Burmese python.
Let your breath get taken away by the stunning panoramic views of the Newport Coast. Enjoy the cool ocean breeze as you soar up to 800 feet above the water.
Hold a Burmese Python: $13 Prehistoric Pets 18822 Brookhurst St Fountain Valley, CA 92708 714.500.0592 www.jurassicparties.com
The Lab 2930 Bristol St Costa Mesa, CA 92626
800 Foot Flight: $80 Balboa Parasail 600 E Bay Newport Beach, CA 92661 949.485.4665 www.balboaparasail.com
Lido Marina Village 3434 Via Lido Newport Beach, CA 92663
PHOTOS - Stairs at The Camp: @kokuafairtrade | The Lab: @audrianalorraine | Lido Marina Village: @lidomarinavillage
Do learn how to change a flat tire
Balboa Parasail