Around the World in Orange

Start your day off with a traditional American breakfast at First Cabin Restaurant, or sleep in a little and enjoy their fine brunch specialties. From here head over to the Sawdust Festival a summer tradition of over 40 years. There is so much to discover here, jugglers, glass-blowers. It truly is breathtaking, how many cool things are here, you can and probably should spend all day. Making your way through the festival may work up an appetite and if that...read more

Start your day off with a traditional American breakfast at First Cabin Restaurant, or sleep in a little and enjoy their fine brunch specialties. From here head over to the Sawdust Festival a summer tradition of over 40 years. There is so much to discover here, jugglers, glass-blowers. It truly is breathtaking, how many cool things are here, you can and probably should spend all day. Making your way through the festival may work up an appetite and if that is the case stop in at the Laguna Culinary Arts where you will be delighted to both look at and eat these decadent dishes. If you can manage to tear yourselves away from the food join in the fun at First Thursday's Art Walk, this walk showcases around 40 galleries, all for your viewing pleasure. Free shuttles are available and you can do the tour with a guide if you prefer. Off to Mexico for dinner, well not exactly but you may very well think you are. Las Brisas boasts some of the best Mexican food in Southern California. Their menu relies heavily on the seafood from the Pacific Ocean but they have something for everyone. When you are nice and full head back to the Hilton Waterfront Beach Resort for some well deserved sleep.  hide

Everyone should start their day off right with a light breakfast, and today is no exception. When you wake up be sure to takr advantage of the complimentary breakfast that the Hilton has for you. When you are ready to begin your day head to Santa Ana to play at the Kidseum. This place is designed for young children but I am sure that you will enjoy yourselves too. While you are here drop by the Bowers Art Museum, and take a quick look, you will be coming...read more

Everyone should start their day off right with a light breakfast, and today is no exception. When you wake up be sure to takr advantage of the complimentary breakfast that the Hilton has for you. When you are ready to begin your day head to Santa Ana to play at the Kidseum. This place is designed for young children but I am sure that you will enjoy yourselves too. While you are here drop by the Bowers Art Museum, and take a quick look, you will be coming back. In this area you will find Tangata a quaint restaurant that serves amazing Californian style dishes. This is a fun spot to visit because it is in a place of art, it is fun. After your meal head to Heritage Park where you can do nearly any activity that you want, basketball, tennis anything, so be sure to pack your running shoes. This is a great way for everyone including yourself to release some pent up energy. When you are ready to return to the indoor world Bowers Museum of Cultural Art is waiting for you, with its collection of artifacts for all over the world, like Southeast Asia, Oceania, and Mexico just to name a few. If you are worried about getting all sweaty at the park then do that after Bowers it is all up to you. For some afternoon fun or night time fun Balboa Fun Zone is the place for you, fun is in the name. Here you can ride Ferris wheels, play games or enjoy any of the yummy food. If you are up to eat again, or just want somewhere and get and drink and some appetizers go to Anthony's Riverboat Restaurant. It is a fun place to hang out so give it a shot. And really how often do you get to eat on a boat?  hide

Sleep in, or wake up and explore the beautiful beach outside of the Hilton Resort. Sit by the pool, grab a quick bite to eat at breakfast, do whatever you want. Get a massage if you are so inclined. When you are ready to start your day head to Hogue Barmichaels for some really good food and possibly music. Give the place a shot, you might have a blast. When you have finished your meal the Orange County Fair awaits you in all its glory. There are endless...read more

Sleep in, or wake up and explore the beautiful beach outside of the Hilton Resort. Sit by the pool, grab a quick bite to eat at breakfast, do whatever you want. Get a massage if you are so inclined. When you are ready to start your day head to Hogue Barmichaels for some really good food and possibly music. Give the place a shot, you might have a blast. When you have finished your meal the Orange County Fair awaits you in all its glory. There are endless things to do here, so pick what you want and go for it. For dinner step out there and try Kappo Sui. You will feel like you are in Tokyo with its authentic styling and menu. Be ready for a good time.  hide