Above Laguna's main beach is Las Brisas, a resturant with one of the largest patios in Laguna Beach overlooking the Pacific Ocean. Gourmet Mexican food and drinks are their specialty, but the view is what makes this one of the best places in Laguna for lunch or Sunday Brunch.
Enjoy all day entertainment (10 am to 4 pm) at the opening of the Dorothy and Donald Kennedy wing at the Bowers Museum in Santa Anna, Sunday February 18th.
The Orange county Museum of art is defiantly a hip place to spend the day wandering around and taking in the unique Southern California art with a permanent collection of 'California Modern' work. But a late night Thursday with free admission, live music from local Indie bands and vinyl spun by local DJs in a contemporary setting makes this a great place to get ready for the weekend and enjoy a little of the local culture.
Tour the town of Laguna Beach and enjoy the local art galleries in style! The first Thursday of every month the town of Laguna Beach, CA hosts an art walk where local galleries open their doors, serve wine and a free shuttle can take you from place to place if the walk is just a little too far, or you've had just a touch too much wine.
"Do you know how to surf?" Being a beach friendly California native, this is often the first thing people ask me. Yes, yes I do know how to surf (for the past 10 or so years) and if you are visiting this great place called Orange County, here are some pointers on how to get in the water with a board and enjoy our beautiful beaches.
Balboa Island is actually an area of Newport Beach composed of three artificial islands. If you continue on Jamboree road, past the Pacific Coast Highway you cross a bridge and will find yourself on a boutique lined street, surrounded by gorgeous homes with yachts docked in their backyards.
Orange County hosts many large full services spa salons. These salons allow the customer to pick specific treatments or you can choose from day packages which include multiple treatments meant to relax you and send you to the beach looking your best. Enjoy your vacation in Orange County to the fullest at one of these beautiful full-service spa salons!
There is nothing better than enjoying a healthy, delicious breakfast with an ocean view and a great cup of coffee. Unless of course, you are doing it at a friendly little place in Laguna Beach called Heidelberg Pastry Bistro.
