2008 Anaheim/OC Travel Guide

TRAVEL PLANNING VISITOR INFORMATION PLANNING A TRIP? Welcome to Anaheim/Orange County — the center of Southern California fun! Here are a few basics to help you plan your trip. DESTINATION INFORMATION ANAHEIM CHAMBER OF COMMERCE 201 E. Center St., Anaheim 92805 714-758-0222, Fax: 714-758-0468 info@anaheimchamber.org www.anaheimchamber.org CLIMATE/ATTIRE Average daytime temperatures range from 60˚ to 75˚F with 80 percent of the days bringing bright and sunny weather. Casual sportswear goes right along with our comfortable climate. Evenings are cool, so be sure to bring a sweater or jacket. ANAHEIM RESORT CONVENTION CENTER VISITOR INFORMATION DESK 800 W. Katella Ave., Anaheim 92802 questions@anaheimoc.org, www.anaheimoc.org Stop by the kiosk, located in the main lobby, to purchase all your attraction tickets, sign up for sightseeing tours and receive discount coupons. TRANSPORTATION Shuttle services frequently depart from LAX, Orange County/John Wayne, Ontario and Long Beach airports to Anaheim-area hotels. Sightseeing buses to the major attractions depart daily. (See the Transportation section, page 27.) ANAHEIM/ORANGE COUNTY VISITOR & CONVENTION BUREAU 800 W. Katella Ave., Anaheim 92802 714-765-8888, Fax: 714-991-8963 mail@anaheimoc.org, www.anaheimoc.org HOTELS The area has approximately 55,000 guest rooms to suit every budget including full-service resort hotels; valuepriced, family-style inns; all-suite properties; and RV parks all in a friendly, safe environment. BIG BEAR LAKE RESORT ASSOCIATION 630 Bartlett Rd., P.O. Box 1936, Big Bear Lake 92315 898-866-6190, 800-4-BIG-BEAR, Fax: 909-866-5671 askbblra@bigbearinfo.com, www.bigbear.com RESTAURANTS/ ENTERTAINMENT Choose from a variety of themed eateries, gourmet restaurants, comedy clubs, microbrew pubs, moonlight harbor cruises, relaxing piano bars and live theater performances. BUENA PARK CONVENTION & VISITORS OFFICE 6601 Beach Blvd., #200, Buena Park 90621-2904 714-562-3560, 800-541-3953, Fax: 714-562-3569 tourbp@buenapark.com, www.visitbuenapark.com GRATUITIES Though tipping is voluntary, staffers are customarily given a gratuity of 15–20 percent of the bill. Taxi drivers are tipped 15 percent of the fare. Bellhops receive $1–2 per bag to carry luggage to your room. Airport skycaps are tipped $1 per bag or generally a $1 minimum. CALIFORNIA WELCOME CENTER Westfield Shoppingtown MainPlace 2800 N. Main St., Santa Ana 92705 714-667-0400, Fax: 714-547-2643 info.santaana@visitcwc.com, www.visitcwc.com ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES You must be 21 years or older with photo identification to purchase or consume alcoholic beverages in California. It is illegal to drive with a blood alcohol level of .08 percent or greater. Liquor may not be served, purchased or consumed in public establishments from 2a to 6a. CATALINA ISLAND CHAMBER OF COMMERCE & VISITORS BUREAU #1 Green Pier, Avalon 90704 310-510-1520, Fax: 310-510-7607 info@visitcatalina.org, www.catalinachamber.com Catalina Island — California’s only island resort! Only about an hour away from several Southern California ports, including Balboa. Call for lodging availability, transportation, tours and other visitor information. DRIVING REGULATIONS Valid driver’s license and liability insurance are required. Traffic flows on the right (with driver closest to the center median). Child seats are required for children weighing less than 60 pounds and are available with car rentals. Most car rental establishments require drivers to be at least 25 years old. CITY OF DANA POINT 33282 Golden Lantern, #203, Dana Point 92629 949-248-3500, Fax: 949-248-9920 www.danapoint.org SALES TAX An additional 7.75 percent in Orange County on all purchased items. CITY OF SANTA ANA 888 W. Santa Ana Blvd., Santa Ana 92702 714-571-4229, Fax: 714-571-4246, www.aplaceforart.org VISITOR SERVICES: USEFUL PHONE NUMBERS EMERGENCY 24 HOURS AMBULANCE, FIRE, POLICE 911 THE CLEAVER BROTHERS’ DISCOUNT TICKETS & TOURS 1650 S. Harbor Blvd., Anaheim 92802 714-490-6100, 805-441-2060, Fax: 805-343-4444 touristinfo@msn.com, www.bestofcalifornia.info 17 http://www.anaheimchamber.org http://www.anaheimoc.org http://www.anaheimoc.org http://www.bigbear.com http://www.visitbuenapark.com http://www.visitcwc.com http://www.catalinachamber.com http://www.danapoint.org http://www.aplaceforart.org http://www.bestofcalifornia.info

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