California Official Visitor's Guide 2009 - UK - (Page 14) International Surfing Museum Mad Tea Party ride, Disneyland® Park orange county discovEr Theme parks galore, outdoor jazz and a surfing museum W ith miles of sun-kissed beaches and some of the world’s bestloved theme parks, it’s no surprise that Orange County makes it onto most visitors’ must-see lists. With Disneyland® Park, Disney’s California Adventure® Park and Knott’s Berry Farm all within the region, “OC” makes a fantastic family destination. Surfing attracts a whole other crowd; in fact, the beach town of Huntington Beach, home to the International Surfing Museum, proudly has the nickname of “Surf City USA”. For a quieter setting, enjoy the peaceful vistas at Bolsa Chica Ecological Reserve, a great spot for birdwatching. Cultural attractions include the Richard Nixon Presidential Library and Museum in Yorba Linda, the historic Mission San Juan Capistrano and the artists’ community of Laguna Beach. In Westminster’s Little Saigon and other Asian and Hispanic neighbourhoods, visitors can explore shops and restaurants offering everything from 100-year-old duck eggs to Oaxacan chocolate. disnEylAnd® pArk And disnEy’s cAliForniA AdvEnturE® pArk Anaheim Visit the incomparable Magic Kingdom to meet Mickey and friends and enjoy fabulous rides and shows, then enjoy Disney’s take on the Golden State, with rides that aim to evoke the California state of mind. www.anaheimoc.org intErnAtionAl surFing musEum huntington Beach Celebrate the pioneers, culture and evolution of surfing, near one of the most heavily surfed beaches in the West. Highlights include vivid vintage posters and an original hardwood surfboard owned by Hawaiian legend Duke Kahanamoku, the “father of surfing”. www.surfcityusa.com knott’s BErry FArm Buena park Enjoy the old-fashioned ghost town, a vintage carousel, a country fair ambience and delicious funnel cakes at this family-friendly amusement park, built on the site of a former berry farm. www.anaheimoc.org old townE orAngE city of orange Seek out vintage fashion and furniture— or just enjoy the feeling of a classic California downtown of a quieter era. Old Towne Orange features broad, tree-shaded avenues and more than 60 charming antique shops. www.anaheimoc.org orAngE county musEum oF Art newport Beach Explore the West Coast contemporary art scene from the 1960s to the present day; look for art pieces that incorporate performance, pop and video art. www.visitnewportbeach.com TOP LEFT: SCOTT MANSFIELD; TOP RIGHT: PAUL HIFFMEYER/DISNEYLAND® EvEnts April nEwport BEAch Film FEstivAl In the town that actor John Wayne called home, indulge in red-carpet glamour, opening-night celebrations and the excitement of indie films (past premieres included Crash, Sexy Beast and Waitress). Apr 23–30. www.visitnewportbeach.com June-october thE wAvE’s summEr JAzz sEriEs newport Beach Groove to sizzlin’ tunes every Friday evening in the open-air amphitheatre; past performing artists have included David Benoit, Earl Klugh and Jeffrey Osborne. www.visitnewportbeach.com July-August hondA us opEn oF surFing huntington Beach Feel the excitement of the US’s most prestigious professional surfing competition, as well as skateboarding, freestyle bicycle, and inline skating events, plus outdoor music performances. July 17–26. www.surfcityusa.com orAngE county FAir costa mesa This is the place for a real taste of farmcountry fun, including livestock exhibits, carnival rides, concerts and rodeo events. July 10–Aug 2. www.travelcostamesa.com 14 www.visitcalifornia.co.uk http://www.anaheimoc.org http://www.surfcityusa.com http://www.anaheimoc.org http://www.visitnewportbeach.com http://www.visitnewportbeach.com http://www.anaheimoc.org http://www.surfcityusa.com http://www.travelcostamesa.com http://www.visitnewportbeach.com http://www.visitcalifornia.co.uk
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