US Airways - August 2014 - (Page 48)

F all may be on the horizon for the rest of the country, but in Southern California's Orange County, summer is 365 sunny days a year. Between the sunglasses weather and alwayspristine coastline, it's impossible to get the back-to-school blues in The OC. Centrally located between Los Angeles and San Diego in the heart of Southern California, The OC fuses Hollywood luxury with surfer-cool. Its eclectic personality, evident in 34 distinct cities, brings 45 million sun-happy tourists every year. Visitors are met with 42 miles of coastline, unparalleled shopping destinations, and a lively arts scene that means fun all day - and all night. A trip to The OC offers endless adventure, thanks to world-famous cities including Anaheim, Dana Point, Huntington Beach, Laguna Beach, San Juan Capistrano, and more. With the summer crowds at bay and the water just right, now is the perfect time to lay out your With the summer crowds at bay and the water just right, now is the perfect time to lay out your towel and play hooky from reality in The OC. towel, pop open your beach umbrella, and play hooky from reality in The OC. The great outdoors You've seen it on TV because the cameras just can't turn away. But here's the secret: Orange County, California, is even more beautiful in person. And because of the Mediterranean climate, you're guaranteed an outdoorsy vacation any time of year. The OC's renowned beaches offer some of the friendliest and most surfable waves in the world. Bring a beach ball to keep the kids entertained for hours, or pack a romantic picnic for sunset. Plus, the county has nine harbors, so water sports are just a boat dock away. Scenic vistas, 402 miles of trails, and more than 57,000 acres of OC parks attract mountain bikers, hikers, and joggers to explore Southern California's natural habitats. And the temperate weather and ocean views aren't just ideal for surfers - The OC is a golfer's dream. Picturesque courses feature stunning vistas of the Paciﬁc. Family fun - and then some Do we really need to say it? No, but we want to: Disneyland! There's no better family vacation than one that includes a visit to "the happiest place on earth." It's the trip that kids have dreamed about since Disneyland opened in Anaheim in 1955. Now with its sister park, California Adventure, the Disney dream is bigger and better than ever. First person to spot the tip of the Matterhorn from the car gets to choose the ﬁrst ride! PHOTOS COURTESY OF THE OCVA 48 AUGUST 2014 usairwaysmag.com http://www.usairwaysmag.com

Table of Contents for the Digital Edition of US Airways - August 2014

Table of Contents
Perspective: CEO Letter
Did You Know?
Hot Spots: Best Cultural Sites
Great Escapes: RIU Hotels and Resorts
Style Spotlight: Beach Wear
Golf: Wyndham Championship
Diversions: Stargazing
Connections: Everybody's Business
Gear Up: Stay Cool
Travel Feature: Vancouver
Great Tastes: Bonefish Grill
Special Section: Orange County, California
University Spotlight: Salisbury University
Special Section: Celebrate Opera
To Your Health: Lumiday and Luminite
Special Section: Newport News, Virginia
Best of Health: Miami Foot & Ankle Surgery
Great Dates: Las Vegas Marathon
Special Section: Women's College Coalition
Puzzles
Readers Resource Index
Your US Airways Guide
Audio Entertainment
Video Entertainment
U.S. and Caribbean Service Map
International Service Map
Airport Terminal Maps
oneworld alliance
Passenger Info/Contact US Airways
US Airways MarketPlace®
US Airways Fleet/Customs & Immigration
Window or Aisle?

US Airways - August 2014