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Archive for May, 2018

Free Things to Do in Orange County This Summer

Posted on May 25, 2018 | 11:18am

Ah, summer. Time to plan that family vacation! Getting away with the family can be the highlight of the summer months, but there’s no reason to break the bank in the process. Sure, picking the right family-friendly hotel in Orange County is important, and of course you’ll want to experience some incredible food and fun (and maybe even a little Broadway theater). But if you’re planning a Southern California vacation, there are plenty of free things to do in Orange County this summer. Not least of which includes free admission to the popular OC Fair (which draws in more than a million visitors each year), free family-friendly movies, watching the Los Angeles Chargers and, of course, a visit to those gorgeous beaches!

 

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7 Best Date Night Ideas in Costa Mesa

Posted on May 22, 2018 | 12:44pm

Dinner and a movie has its place in the dating realm – especially thanks to Costa Mesa’s incredible culinary scene – but what about those times you want to step outside of the box for date night? For those times you need a unique Costa Mesa date night, we’ve put together a list of eight of some of the best. All that’s left to do is figure out how to fit them all in because trust us, you’re going to want to!

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Costa Mesa Then and Now: California Tourism Month

Posted on May 14, 2018 | 3:12pm

May is California Tourism Month, where cities are able to share the value that travel and tourism have on their communities. This year’s theme is “Then and Now,” giving us the chance to reflect back on Costa Mesa throughout the years.

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Mother’s Day Brunch in Costa Mesa

Posted on May 10, 2018 | 7:37am

mother's day brunch in costa mesa

It’s that time of the year again…time to celebrate Mom for all the great things she does for us! Give her the perfect break by treating her to a delicious Mother’s Day brunch in Costa Mesa, the capital of cool and ultimate Southern California Eatcation™ destination. Whether you go tried-and-true or step outside of the box with brunch this Mother’s Day, you won’t regret any of these incredible restaurants around town. So take your pick, make sure to get a reservation, and start celebrating! (Pro tip: Flowers are always a good idea, too!)

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Best Places to Celebrate Cinco de Mayo in Costa Mesa

Posted on May 3, 2018 | 9:33am

Looking for a fiesta this Cinco de Mayo? A place to spend an afternoon sipping cold cerveza’s with friends? Or how about just the best tacos in Southern California? Whatever you’ve envisioned to celebrate Cinco de Mayo in Costa Mesa, we think you’ll want to take a look at our list below. It’s no secret that the city is home to some amazing Mexican food, but we’ve rounded up some of the local favorites and best deals happening around town.

 

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