Orange County 101
By Amanda Knowles, Citysearch Contributor
Ready to explore? Disneyland, surf-side dining and world-class spas make Orange County an ideal vacation destination.
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Splashes at the Surf & Sand Hotel
1555 S Coast Hwy, Laguna Beach, CA
Dine alongside the surf at this upscale California-cuisine classic, hidden inside a breezy Laguna Beach resort. -
Sutra Lounge
1870 Harbor Blvd, Costa Mesa, CA
This lounge aims its aphrodisiac-inspired menu and seductive decor at a trendy young crowd. -
BeachFire
204 Avenida Del Mar, San Clemente, CA
Live music, an O.C. beach-party vibe and prime people-watching in the heart of downtown San Clemente. -
Napa Rose at Grand Californian
1600 S Disneyland Dr, Anaheim, CA
With Napa Valley-inspired cuisine and more than 600 bottles of wine, this restaurant ain't Mickey Mouse-ing around. -
Las Brisas
361 Cliff Dr, Laguna Beach, CA
The ocean view and Mexican seafood make this Laguna Beach spot the place for special occasions. -
Claes Restaurant
425 S Coast Hwy, Laguna Beach, CA
Unrivaled ocean views, luscious seafood and a renowned wine list make this the perfect destination for a special occasion.
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Duke's Huntington Beach Restaurant and Barefoot Bar
317 Pacific Coast Hwy, Huntington Beach, CA
Sip mai tais, chow burgers and watch the sunset at this Hawaii-in-Huntington Beach hot spot. -
230 Forest Avenue Restaurant & Bar
230 Forest Ave, Laguna Beach, CA
Sleek and dynamic Cal cuisine draws sophisticates, not surfers, just a block from the beach. -
The Cannery
3010 Lafayette Rd, Newport Beach, CA
Historic industrial cannery-turned-restaurant provides fresh seafood and a full Japanese menu on the Newport waterfront. -
Z'Tejas Grill
3333 Bristol St Ste 1876, Costa Mesa, CA
Bright and friendly restaurant brings Texas cuisine to the South Coast Plaza. -
Bobby McGee's
200 S State College Blvd, Brea, CA
Costumed servers, quirky drink specials and a largely Cal State Fullerton crowd pack this restaurant and nightclub.
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Montage Resort and Spa
30801 S Coast Hwy, Laguna Beach, CA
A sprawling 30-acre Craftsman-style resort perched atop the cliffs of Laguna Beach.
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Inn at Laguna Beach
211 N Coast Hwy, Laguna Beach, CA
Oceanfront inn brings a taste of the luxurious Mediterranean to Laguna Beach. -
Ritz-Carlton Laguna Niguel
1 Ritz Carlton Dr, Dana Point, CA
With breathtaking views and the sound of waves crashing beneath you, no wonder romance is in the air.
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Aquaterra Spa at the Surf & Sand Resort
1555 S Coast Hwy, Laguna Beach, CA
Sun, sea and expert massages make for a charming SoCal day spa. -
The Spa & Fitness Club
695 Town Center Dr Ste 180, Costa Mesa, CA
Luxurious spa with first-class service--there's more than one Fantasyland in Orange County. -
The Ritz-Carlton
1 Ritz Carlton Dr, Dana Point, CA
Pamper yourself at this grand hotel's idyllic retreat--complete with panoramic ocean views--for the ultimate in resort relaxation. -
St. Regis Resort, Monarch Beach
1 Monarch Beach Resort, Dana Point, CA
A lavish Tuscan-style resort--complete with ocean views, full-service spa and golf course--situated high on a bluff in Dana Point.
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Disneyland
700 W Ball Rd, Anaheim, CA
After nearly half a century, there's still magic in the air at the granddaddy of all theme parks. -
Balboa Fun Zone Rides
600 E Bay Ave Ste B, Newport Beach, CA
Open since 1936, Newport's harborside amusement park boasts old-fashioned attractions and rides. -
Duffy Boat Rentals
2001 W Coast Hwy, Newport Beach, CA
Rent a party-sized electric boat for a quiet tour of the Newport Harbor with family and friends. -
The Block at Orange
20 City Blvd W, Orange, CA
Orange County's most imaginative shopping and entertainment complex. -
South Coast Plaza
3333 Bristol St, Costa Mesa, CA
Mega-mall draws shoppers and tourists with a staggering array of stores, restaurants and entertainment. -
International Surfing Museum
411 Olive Ave., Huntington Beach, CA
A museum devoted to surfing and surf culture, located in the heart of Surf City. -
Mission San Juan Capistrano
31522 Camino Capistrano, San Juan Capistrano, CA
The jewel of California's historic string of Franciscan missions.
