PRA Destination Overview - Orange County by prasandiego

Orange County

Thank you for your interest in visiting our beautiful state of California! We offer experiences for every type of guest and memorable, unique details that will stun. By looking at each opportunity from our shared guests’ perspective, we are uniquely positioned to craft experiences that resonate for years to come. We’re consistently challenging ourselves to grow ahead of our clients’ ever-changing desires and making investments in creative development and technology that will provide detail and efficiencies so we can continue to be our clients’ top choice of DMC partner.

Patty Kindness

Regional Director of Sales

Patty.Kindness@PRA.com

Through PRA’s past 40 years in business, it’s been the moments that drive our passion – the moments that leave you breathless and the moments that make you say wow. Over four decades, PRA has been so lucky to work with thousands of clients to make moments matter. As we look to the future, we ask ourselves, what will define our next moment, and how can we help you experience yours?

We’re confident that we will make defining and unique experiences for your program. You have an experienced team here at PRA Orange County that is committed to working as an extension of your team any way we can. We look forward to continuing our collaborative approach with you as you explore all our destination offers.

ORANGE COUNTY

Adventure Food + Breweries

History + Art

Orange County is home to some of the most beautiful beaches in Southern California and with temperate weather, adventures like biking, kayaking and wine tasting can be enjoyed all year.

Privy to a temperature climate that yields abundant produce all year long, located a stone’s throw from the ocean for the freshest seafood and home to a diverse population willing to share their culinary heritage, whatever your preference, you are sure to find it all here, nestled in Orange County.

Laguna Beach, home to the famous Pageant of the Masters. With more than 100 galleries to explore and committees dedicated to creating art in public places.

Airport

Name of Airport

John Wayne Airport, ranked second among large airports in North America, is located

6.0 miles or 16 minutes from downtown Orange County

Transportation

One-Way Transfers

PRA to manage manifests to organize single or group transfers Shuttle Service

Scheduled transfers to/from the airport with PRA staff to assist for a seamless arrival and departure experience

John Wayne Airport Disneyland

Dana Point

Laguna Beach

Huntington Beach

Newport Beach

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Airport Arrivals + Departures

Meet + Greet Services

Event Transportation

Activity + Recreation Transfers

Private Aviation Greets

Shuttle Planning Execution

Program Pricing Guide

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Airport Transportation + Staff

Estimated Shuttle Round Trip: $100-$120 per person

Average one-way transportation from SNA to Orange County hotels:

Motorcoach: $1,090

Minicoach: $725

SUVs: $305

Sedan: $235

Staff: $300, based on 5-hour minimum

Décor Options

SpecialtyLinens: $95 - $200

Centerpieces: $100 - $300

UpgradedChairs: $25 - $85

Specialty Bars: $795 - $1,700

LoungeGrouping: $2,750 – 5,500

ThemedProps: $500 - $2,000

Lighting: $7,150 - $22,000

Offsite Venue Pricing

Casual: $500 - $575 per person

Mid-Level: $575 - $675 per person

High-Level: $675 - $900 per person

Includes venue fees, basic décor, and catering (open bar during reception with passed hors d’oeuvres, three course menu and dinner wine). Estimated pricing based on a minimum of 100 guests.

Entertainment Options

2-4 Piece Band or DJ: $2,000 - $12,000

DanceBandorShow: $10,000 - $20,000+

Interactive: $2,500 - $10,000+

Rider requirements additional. Custom shows available.

Tour + Activity Pricing

Basic: $250 - $280

Enhanced: $280 - $450

Exclusive: $450 - $750

Based on (4-5) hour tours; includes transportation (when applicable) and staff. Minimum of (15) guests.

Team Building Pricing

Basic: $250 - $280

Enhanced: $280 - $575

Exclusive: $575 - $780

The basic pricing option is based on staying on property. Offproperty options include transportation and staffing.

ORANGE COUNTY

If I am having an outdoor event or activity, what should I expect the weather to be like?

Q A Q

What is a typical transfer time to an event or activity?

ANothing says "come to OC" like an outdoor event with awe-inspiring west coast views. Orange County, with its year-round, near-perfect weather, has a wide array of unique event venues that can offer meeting planners a breath of fresh air...literally.

Depending where guests are staying to which venue or activity is selected, most transfer times hover between 15 minutes and 45 minutes.

Where is the “Wow” venue in Orange County?

A Q A Q

Orange County’s “wow” venues are our historical venues such as Casa Romantica Cultural Center and Gardens and The Mission San Juan Capistrano. Casa Romantica is known as a "Spanish Village by the Sea." The Mission San Juan Capistrano was founded in 1776, by the Spanish Catholics of the Franciscan Order. Both venues are a great source of history, art, and culture.

What are Orange County’s top activities for groups?

Our top activities include watersports like kayaking, sailing, stand up paddle boarding, surfing, and e-bike tours in Corona Del Mar.

Popular choices are also art and food tours in Laguna and whale watching.

Anaheim Convention Center

• The Anaheim Convention Center, the largest exhibit facility on the West Coast and a quick 15 minute drive from John Wayne Airport.

Nearby are some of Orange County’s popular areas and attractions such Disneyland, Disney California Adventure and Angel Stadium, home of the Los Angeles Angels

• LEED Certification from the U.S. Green Building Council

• With over 1,000,000 square feet, 200,000 of which is outdoor space, the possibilities are endless to creatively use the space to do something absolutely spectacular

•Anaheim Convention Center opened in 1967, was expanded in 2017 and is owned and operated by the City of Anaheim

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Morning Airport Arrivals

Meet and Greet

VIP Transfer with Beverages

Welcome Amenities

RAEN Sun Glasses

Afternoon

Choose your favorite design at the hospitality station and wear them for the whole trip!

Group Activity

Whale Watching

Guests will take sail alongside dolphins and whales.

Optional Daytime Activities

•Kayaking

•E-biking

•Hiking

•Duffy Boat Tour

•Laguna Beach Art Tour

•Sailing aboard the Curlew

•Brewery Tour

Evening

Welcome Reception On-Property

High Tides and Good Vibes

Welcome guests to that sunny SoCal lifestyle.

Off Property Evening

Maison des Oliviers

Guest will dine under the stars in a private estate while a string quartet plays.

Gala Evening On Property

A private show followed by a gourmet dinner.

Airport Departures Manifest coordination by PRA staff

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Waldorf Astoria Monarch Beach

A stay at Waldorf Astoria, Monarch Beach places you in the heart of Dana Point. This 5-star rated resort features a private beach club, three pools, oceanfront golf, luxury spa and unique coastal activities. Featured amenities include a computer station, express check-in, and check-out, digital keys and Fitness Center.

The Resort at Pelican Hill

Perched upon 504 acres of unrivaled coastal beauty, Pelican Hill offers a sanctuary of seclusion accompanied by expansive views of the Pacific. Featuring a world-class 36-hole golf course, paved trails to enjoy the natural surroundings and Italian inspired architecture, tucked into the town of Newport Beach.

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The Ritz-Carlton Laguna Niguel

Perched on a bluff overlooking the Pacific Ocean, The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel is coastal paradise. With

26,224 square feet of indoor conference and banquet space and 56,000 square feet of outdoor garden and terrace space gatherings of all sizes can easily be accommodated.

Featuring direct beach access and breathtaking ocean views from most rooms.

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Duffy Boat Tour

Laguna Beach Art Tour Sailing aboard the Curlew Brewery Tour

Whale Watching aboard the Manuteá

Electric Biking Tour

Trekking through Orange County

Kayaking Laguna Beach

Exclusive To Our City

Laguna Beach Art Tour Mission San Juan Capistrano

Catalina Island Pageant of the Masters

Experience the local art scene while exploring Laguna’s famed artist colony. Spend the day visiting galleries, meeting local artists and seeing live demonstrations, a unique opportunity to see art come to life.

Spend the afternoon exploring the historic Mission San Juan Capistrano.

Offering an idyllic setting of lush gardens, koi filled fountains, original adobe buildings and the famous Great Stone Church.

A 2-hour ferry ride to Catalina Island, out of Newport Beach will quickly return you to a slower pace of life. Catalina Island’s rich history and charm offers so much to explore, for both the leisure and adventurous, there is truly something for everyone on the island.

Watch art come to life right before your eyes in a star-lit amphitheater. In this 90-minute theatrical performance where famous works of art are brought to life onstage. A live narrator guides the audience through the story of each piece, complete with music by a full orchestra.

Broadway by Amar Santana

Cucina Enoteca

Selanne Steak Tavern

Las Brisas

Sapphire Laguna

Nobu Newport Beach

Newport Yachts

Maison des Oliviers

Events That Inspire

Vibrant spice themed off-property dinner for (240) guests at historical landmark and the birthplace of Orange County – Mission San

Juan Capistrano.

Events That Inspire

About 6,000 guests attended a beach bash festival. With musical and interactive entertainment such as bungee trampolines, giant Jenga, and a human-sized pin board, guests were entertained all day long.

PRA in Action – Ready to Partner with You

PRA Service Capabilities

PRA delivers experiences anywhere – throughout the world, in destinations, on stage and on screen. Through our unique service capabilities, PRA event architects guide organizations in bringing people together with highly produced, strategic program design, brand engagement and authentic destination experiences.

Destination Services

Themed Décor + Entertainment

Activities + Excursions

Offsite Venues

Teambuilding

Integrated ESG Planning

Ground Transportation

Social Impact Programs

Creative Services

Production Services

Digital Services

Event Strategy

Holistic Journey Mapping

Experience Design

Activations + Experiential

Multi-City Campaigns

Product Launches

Content + Messaging

Media Production

Production Management

Theatrical Design + Delivery

AV Specification + Sourcing

Stage Direction + Performance Coaching

Hybrid Events

Broadcast Production

Immersive + Inclusive

Virtual Environments

Digital Experiences

Remote Networking + Teambuilding

PRA is committed to being a leader within the business events industry by providing services, resources and support to our clients and partners that improve the environmental impact of events, contribute positively to our communities, and celebrate the diversity of our team.

PRA has dedicated itself to be stewards of People, Planet and Purpose. With that ethos, we have committed to and developed several partnerships to ensure we reach our goals & objectives. Join us and learn more by clicking on any of these logos to see how you can accelerate your sustainability journey.

Striving for Zero Empowering our People Advocates for Action

How PRA Impacts YOUR EVENT

• Identifies your company’s ESG objectives

• Understands required metrics + measurement for stakeholder reporting

• Apply the Design Thinking Process to develop a customized event strategy

• Assess + select supply chain partners who deliver your unique ESG goals + objectives

• Weave your ESG initiatives into our services

• Examples: Locally sourced food, reusable + replanted centerpieces, local impact projects, alternative transportation options

We work to pair clients with event sustainability + social impact solutions that fit your goals and budget

Identify Sustainability Initiatives Incorporate Throughout Event Strategy + Design Implement, Advocate + Measure

• Holistic approach

• Weaving goals + objectives into event design

• ESG theme focus

• Identify post event metrics needed

• Weave sustainability objectives throughout event design options

• Highlight PRA’s diverse supply chain

• Develop legacy opportunities in the community

• Engage the stakeholders through design

• Fully trained team for seamless sustainability integration

• Community partnerships to further your mission

• Working with partners to ensure accurate measurement / reporting of impact

Décor + Creative Design

Zero-waste design – nothing to landfill post event + intentional sourcing of materials

Food + Beverage

Meat-free menu planning with locally sourced and culturally interesting foods

Gifting

Working with unique, local community partners to provide one-of-a-kind gifts that support the local community

Offsite Venue Selection

Here is an example showcasing how we can help you reduce your carbon footprint through the services we offer at your next event.

Sourcing LEED certified facilities

Attendee Engagement / Contributions

Pairing digital tools to your event objectives to reach maximum impact

Ground Transportation

Alternative fuel vehicle options

PRA has an extensive network of valuable suppliers that help us bring your events to life.

To maximize the impact you make, we have used our reach to bring you the best options and deliver on your ESG metrics.

A supplier to meet your ESG needs.

✓ Fully vetted suppliers in all destination

✓ Vetted for sustainability initiatives, social impact initiatives + diversity and inclusion

✓ Ability to provide you with reporting

✓ Ability to showcase which suppliers your event is supporting in the community

Cheeriodicals: Team Building That Matters!

Give your team the opportunity to give back to someone in need and provide much needed entertainment and encouragement during their hospital stay. Whether it’s a veteran’s facility, local children’s hospital or assisted living, it’s the chance to deliver a box of cheer to those who need it most!

Build a Box of Cheer:

This charity focuses on a local hospital of your choice. Guests are then put into teams and are competing to build and pack the boxes. Guests even have a chance to write a note to those they are building for. A small number of clients have the opportunity to hand-deliver the boxes (local hospital guidelines pending).