Attractions

Discovery Cube’s WINTER WONDERFEST Ticket Giveaway!

You don’t have to drive outside of Orange County (or Los Angeles) to see snow this year, because winter is coming to us! Discovery Cube is hosting their annual WINTER WONDERFEST at both locations – Orange County AND Los Angeles! Beginning December 16-17 for opening weekend and open daily from December 22, 2017 through January 7, 2018, families can learn the Science of Snow with hands-on interactive exhibits featuring real snow by sledding down ice ramps, inner tubing, building snowmen or making snow angels, learning insulation and how animal adapts to the cold, and more! Activities Their holiday exhibit will include sliding down a 75-foot long ramp on inner tubes, a … READ MORE >>

Dana Point Harbor Boat Parade

Where to Find the Holiday Boat Parades in Orange County!

Here’s a fun holiday tradition that you can enjoy with your family and friends – Go see a holiday boat parade in Orange County! We try to do this every year. Since we are within close proximity to the beaches and harbors, we can select from several viewing spots along Dana Point Harbor, Huntington Harbor, or Newport Harbor. The parade can be enjoyed by land or by boat. We have done both, and they’re both great! Parade routes can be downloaded so you can plan your day accordingly. Some include minute-to-minute stops. As you can imagine some of the spots are busier than others. I personally like the quieter spots … READ MORE >>

South Coast Plaza Santa Village

South Coast Plaza’s Santa’s Village

South Coast Plaza is an upscale shopping destination in Orange County with luxury brands and a large selection of retailers that makes it a one-stop-shop to be considered, because they have everything! While everyone will be on a mission to cross everyone off their their Christmas List, families can make it fun for the children with a visit to Santa’s Village! Located in Carousel Court, you and your family can enjoy visits with Santa, rides on the Reindeer Carousel, holiday music performed by carolers and talented musicians, festive decor, a Craft Workshop, and a large wall display of a Christmas village with moving train. There’s also a Santa Mailbox for … READ MORE >>

Disney California Adventure Festival of Holidays + Dining Guide 2017

Both parks at Disneyland Resort, Disneyland and Disney California Adventure, have made it hard to decide which park to celebrate the season because they are both decked out for the season! (In this post, I will only focus on Disney California Adventure, because there is a lot to cover.) This year Carthay Circle along Buena Vista Street features a 1920s-inspired holiday theme to emulate Los Angeles as it appeared when Walt Disney first moved to California. You will notice that surrounding buildings as well as the 50-foot Christmas Tree features vintage-style ornaments and decorations. For the first time, two Cars Land attractions have been transformed for the holidays – Luigi’s Rollickin’ … READ MORE >>

Aquarium Pacific Holidays + Ticket Giveaway!

It’s the most wonderful time of the year at the Aquarium of the Pacific. Come celebrate the season at AQUARIUM HOLIDAYS December 2nd through December 24, 2017 with festive decor, music, snow fall in the Great Hall, daily Santa Diver appearances, daily Penguin Walks at 10 am, gingerbread displays, shopping, daily showings of the original cartoon Dr. Seuss’ How the Grinch Stole Christmas, and a special holiday menu is offered daily in Cafe Scuba. Watch playful sea otters and other animals feast on their favorite treats, and enjoy all the Aquarium holiday festivities. That’s not all – if you go on the weekends (December 2, 3, 9, 10, 16, and 17), … READ MORE >>

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