Welcome
to Orange County, The Gold Coast of California with over 42 miles
of coastline with spectacular vistas that have led many to proclaim
it the 'California Riviera'. Orange County is home to the world's
most popular attractions such as The Disney Resort and California
Adventure, Mission San Juan Capistrano ('The Jewel of the Missions')
and Knott's Berry Farm.
The
Mission San Juan Capistrano is also the location for
The Great Stone Church,
a
cathedral ruin that has been named one of the world's 100 most
endangered Sites. The City is also known as the home of the Swallows
of Capistrano who's incredible migration brings them back to Capistrano
every March where their return is celebrated with their famous
Swallow's Day Parade.
Almost
in the shadow of Disneyland is Angel Stadium of Anaheim formally
called "The Big A" where the Angels have been thrilling baseball
fans since 1966. Also nearby is The Honda Center, home of the
Anaheim Ducks Hockey Team.
Just
South of Anaheim is the Crystal Cathedral, a 12 story glass and
steel wonder, known for it's Easter and Christmas Pageants. In
nearby Costa Mesa just east of Newport Beach is South Coast Plaza
a sprawling center for shopping and dining.
A
favorite destination set on the pristine South Coast is Laguna
Beach a mecca for art lovers who flock each summer to attend Festival
of the Arts, Pageant of the Masters, Art-A-Fair and The Sawdust
Festival.
To
the North, Huntington Beach or 'Surf City' as it is
known
hosts a number of major surfing competitions including the US
Open of Surfing. Huntington Harbor, Newport Harbor and Dana Point
Harbor all light up winter nights with festive boat parades.
Orange
County features excellence in education, many businesses and unlimited
recreational opportunities. Quality of Life is Orange County's
greatest offering, from the best golf courses, and miles of hiking,
biking and equestrian trails, to our Golden Coast and a smorgasbord
of cultural delights!