Beaches
The OC boasts 42 miles of stunning coastline.  Sunning.  Surfing.  Shopping.  Biking.  Volleyball.  Picnics.  Swimming.  Or relaxing.  All-year-round.  Dana Point Harbor 949-496-2979.  Huntington Beach 800-729-6232.  Laguna Beach 800-877-1115.  Newport Beach 949-719-6100.  Sunset Beach 949-923-2252.

Crystal Cathedral
Hailed by some as “the most spectacular religious edifice in the world,” this towering cathedral is constructed of 10,000 panes of glass covering web-like, translucent walls.  12141 Lewis Street, Garden Grove.  714-971-4000.  www.crystalcathedral.org.

Dana Wharf
Want to experience the best in sportfishing and whale watching?  Discover all that Dana Wharf has to offer.  Ideally located in the heart of OC, just minutes from the 5 freeway.  34675 Golden Lantern, Dana Point.  800-590-9994.  www.danawharf.com.

Disneyland Resort
Celebrating over 50 years of magic, the Disneyland Resort continues its tradition of classic attractions, unique shops, unforgettable shows, and non-stop entertainment – all alongside your favorite Disney characters.  Check out Disneyland, Disney’s California Adventure and the Downtown Disney District.  1313 S. Harbor Blvd., Anaheim.  714-781-4565.  www.disneyland.com.

K1 Speed
Looking for fun for the whole family?  K1 Speed is at the leading edge of high performance European electric carts.  Check out the largest indoor track racing centers in California.  With four locations to choose from in Irvine, Anaheim, Ontario, and Carlsbad, you've got the opportunity to feel like a real formula racecar driver throughout SoCal. 888-K1-KARTS.  www.k1speed.com.

Knott’s Berry Farm Resort
Experience world-class thrills and unforgettable family fun. Challenge GhostRider, Silver Bullet or the new XceleratorSM.  Just don’t forget Camp Snoopy, home of Snoopy and the rest of the Peanuts gang. 8039 Beach Blvd., Buena Park.  714-220-5200.  www.knotts.com.

Mission San Juan Capistrano
Founded in 1776, San Juan Capistrano is fondly regarded as the jewel of California missions.  26801 Camino Capistrano, San Juan Capistrano.  949-234-1300.  www.missionsjc.com.

Ocean Institute
A must-see for all marine lovers, the Institute features tours of the full-sized replica of the famous tallship Pilgrim, tide pool exploration, cruises on an oceanographic vessel, and children’s marine biology classes.  24200 Dana Point Harbor Drive, Dana Point.  949-496-2274.  www.ocean-institute.org.