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Read MoreDate Night: Le Dîner en Blanc in Orange County
From global phenomenon to highly sought-after “secret”, Le Dîner en Blanc will take over one of Orange County’s public spaces on November 2, 2017, for the first ever refine pop-up epicurean event. Over 100,000 foodies and cultural enthusiasts around the world have already embraced this unique event. As stated very eloquently by the New York Times: “There are picnics and there are Picnics”. This très chic picnic is equal parts mystery tour, pop-up feast and je ne sais quoi! Launched in Paris nearly 30 years ago by François Pasquier and a handful of friends, Le Dîner en Blanc de Paris now attracts over 10,000 people each year. What began as a “friends and word-of-mouth only” event has grown into an international epicurean sensation in nearly 80 cities in more than 30 countries. While the technology behind the event may has changed over the years, the principles fuelling this fantastic event have not: guests continue to gather at a secret location for the sole purpose of sharing a gourmet meal with good friends in one of their city’s most beautiful locations. In essence, Le Dîner en Blanc promotes friendship, elegance and gallantry. Over the course of the evening, guests experience the beauty and value of one their city’s public spaces by participating in the unexpected. To maintain its uniqueness as well as staying true to tradition of Le Dîner en Blanc, guests must observe certain requirements and follow a few key rules: To participate in this first edition: guests must be invited via the hosts’ network or participating partners or get on waiting list via orangecounty.dinerenblanc.com/register, by October 18, 2017. Once confirmed, each guest’s participation becomes mandatory, regardless of weather conditions. This is a rain or shine event. Dress code: elegant and white only. Originality and creativity are encouraged as long as it is stylish and tasteful. Table setting: all white! Champagne and/or wine. Beer and hard liquor are prohibited. As per Orange County, California alcohol laws, guests cannot bring their own alcohol. Guests wishing to enjoy some wine or Champagne, must reserve online through the Dîner en Blanc’s e-store. However, guests are welcome to bring their own non-alcoholic beverages. To ensure that the location secret is kept secret until last minute, guests meet at assigned departure location and are escorted by Dîner en Blanc volunteers. In order to leave the event location as clean as when they arrived, guests are required to leave with all their belongings, leftovers...
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Read MoreTeen’s Dream Come True at the Thor: Ragnarok World Premiere
We attended as a guest of Disney Our family is so fortunate to have the opportunity to experience many amazing things. As my son has become a teenager, it is hard to find things to do with him that truly gets him excited about. I was able to find the one thing to make him happier than I’ve ever seen him in his life, so happy that he cried multiple times throughout the night because he was overwhelmed with emotion, and that was the night that I took him to the Thor: Ragnarok World Premiere. The day before the premiere, I surprised him with the news that he was going to get to leave school early and come with me to the premiere. He was so happy that he kept hugging me throughout the night, and thanking me for the opportunity of getting to go to the premiere. When I picked him up from school the next day, he was already waiting for me in the office, completely dressed for the premiere. We got into our Kia Sorento and drove along the freeway to Los Angeles. As we arrived, we could see fans lined up along the streets of Hollywood Boulevard, eager to have an opportunity to catch a glimpse of their favorite celebrities. We found a parking spot and then walked over to the entrance of the premiere. While we were waiting in line, my son was so excited as he got a chance to meet his favorite star in Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D. and the Teen Beach Movie. Once inside, we made our way down the red carpet. We stopped to take a million photos so that we would remember the day forever. While we were walking along the carpet, Andrew got to take some selfies with some of his favorite celebrities including Chris Hemsworth! Then it was time for the premiere to start. We took our seats inside of the El Capitan, and my son broke down in tears. He was overwhelmed with happiness and couldn’t stop thanking me. Once the movie began, his tears dried up, and he started cheering for his favorite superheroes in Thor: Ragnarok! He was on the edge of his seat the entire time and loved every minute of the movie. After the movie ended, he said it was his favorite Marvel movie yet! We talked about our favorite moments of the night all the way home and went to bed with...
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Read More5 Things to do at the Irvine Park Railroad Pumpkin Patch
We visited as a guest of the venue The Halloween season is in full swing, and one of the best places in Orange County to get in the spirit of the holiday is to spend the day at the Irvine Park Railroad Pumpkin Patch! The family venue offers something for everyone in your family to enjoy, and these are five of our favorite things to do when visiting Irvine Park Railroad during Halloween. Ride the Train Everyone’s favorite thing to do when visiting Irvine Park is to ride the train. It is decorated with fall colors for the season and will take your kids on an adventure of a lifetime. Enjoy a Sweet Treat Take a break from all of the fun to treat the kids to some cotton candy or popcorn. The snack shack also has lunch items if your family wants to stay for lunch. Play Carnival Games The carnival games are fun for children to enjoy while visiting Irvine Park. This year, they have multiple games including a ring toss and-and bean bag toss. Panning for Gold Your kids will strike it rich while panning for gold. The entertaining activity allows children to take their treasures home in a souvenir Irvine Park Railroad bag. Tractor Riding Younger children will enjoy getting behind the wheel of a mini John Deere tractor. They can drive it around a large circle and feel like they are working on a farm. There are many other activities including cookie decorating, face painting, bounce houses and a spooky haunted mansion. Once your family is done exploring the pumpkin patch, have a picnic lunch or rent a bike to ride around Irvine Park. The fun continues until Halloween! Some activities require a paid ticket and parking is $5 on weekends and $3 on weekdays. Irvine Park Railroad is located at 1 Irvine Park Rd, Orange, CA...
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Read MoreDisney-Pixar’s COCO: A Story about Family & Culture
We attended a press preview as a guest of Disney Disney-Pixar’s COCO is a beautiful film that will immerse families in the Mexican culture as it tells the story behind the meaning of Día de los Muertos. The story is about a boy who is stuck between two worlds and is also a story about what it means to be a family. Before starting to work on the film, the filmmakers started with research. They made many trips to Mexico during Día de los Muertos to learn how the different regions embrace the cultural event. During Día de los Muertos, the souls of the dead are invited back to the land of the living. It is a grand family reunion where families are joyful, and get out into the streets, a beautiful tradition. The filmmakers used the traditions to create a story. They knew that Miguel would have a dream that his family would not approve of, and they wanted to put pressure on that relationship. The pressure of the family tradition gets harder on him when they want to make him into a shoemaker. His true passion is hidden under the ofrenda, and they wanted to have ofrenda be part of this discovery and the connection to his passion – music. The film shares through the power of storytelling, three important parts of Día de los Muertos, The ofrenda (offering), Marigold Petals, and the Cemetery vigil. The ofrenda is an alter that is decorated to greet the spirits. It is a key part of the tradition and feeling that our ancestors are watching us, and are connected to us. Photos are displayed on the ofrenda to remember the faces of their loved ones. Often times, the photos will inspire memories that the family will share during the holiday. When visiting different regions of Mexico during Día de los Muertos, you will more than likely see marigold petals along the streets. Families lay the petals on the streets to help guide the spirits back to the cemetery. The color and the scent get the attention of the spirits. The filmmakers decided to make a bridge out of the Marigold petals that are an iconic part of the story. Then there is the cemetery vigil. At night, families will come out to the vigil. It is quiet, but also joyful. The cemetery is full of music, and candles. There will sometimes be a parade in the town. It is a...
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Read MoreHalloween Time at Disney California Adventure
We attended a preview as a guest of Disney For the first time, families can now experience the magic of Disney’s Halloween Time at Disney California Adventure Park. Families who purchase tickets to Mickey’s Halloween Party can create memories together in either Disney California Adventure or Disneyland during the three-hour pre-party mix-in. The excitement begins as guests first enter Disney California Adventure Park and are greeted by a giant silhouette of Oogie Boogie! Then once inside of the park, guests will notice that Buena Vista Street has been decorated for the Halloween Season, and there are bats everywhere! Cars Land has an all-new look for Haul-O-Ween! Mater, Lightning McQueen, Cruz Ramirez, and the Red Fire Truck are dressed in their favorite costumes. Guests can spot Mater cruising down Route 66 while dressed as a vampire, and capture a photo with their favorite car at the Cozy Cone Motel. Speaking of the Cozy Cone Motel, Sally has been busy working hard to decorate the motel for Halloween. In her office, there is a miniature model of the “Brakes Motel” that is made out of candy! The cones have been turned into jack-o-lantern, and seasonal holiday treats can be purchased the motel. Over at Flo’s V8 Cafe is a frightfully fun spider car where families can capture a keepsake photo. The spider car was once a “Toadmobile” from Mr. Toad’s Wild Ride that has been repurposed for the holiday season. Once inside of Flo’s V8 Cafe, guests can enjoy a Mini Candy Cone Pie or a Car-achnid Pot Pie. Ramone is celebrating the Day of the Dead this year over at Ramone’s House of Body Art. He painted a car to look like a sugar skull, which he named Sugar, and she is parked right in front of the detailing shop. Inside, he built an ofrenda to celebrate the life of his friend, Doc Hudson. Lizzie’s Radiator Springs Curious has a spooky look this holiday season. There is a zombie car in front of the shop that comes to life when guests will least expect it. If you look closely at the sign above the entrance, you’ll spot Miss Lizzie flying as “Old Witchy Miss Lizzie.” Luigi’s famous tower of tires has been decorated to look like jack-o-lanterns. With Halloween being Luigi’s favorite holiday, the attractions features holiday music. Mater’s Junkyard JamBOOree also features festive new tunes, and Mater is dressed up like a mummy to capture photos with families. Some...
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Read MoreEpic Los Angeles to Las Vegas Road Trip
Vehicle provided on behalf of Kia One of our favorite summer road trips was when we went off the beaten path from Los Angeles to Las Vegas. Normally, when going on a Las Vegas road trip, we can’t wait to get to the city and drive all the way to Vegas with as minimal stops as possible. This year, we did things differently and turned a four-hour drive into a 12-hour drive, and it was the best Las Vegas road trip ever! If you make this road trip, you’ll want to leave early! Leaving from Los Angeles or Orange County will take about the same amount of time, and your family can easily accomplish all these stops, and make it to Vegas before sundown. You’ll want to load up your Kia with plenty of snacks and water for the kids. Then put your favorite playlist on the radio, and get ready to experience an epic road trip! Our first stop along the road trip added an extra hour that we weren’t planning, but was the adventure of a lifetime. If you have an AWD vehicle and have a family who likes thrilling adventures, then you’ll want your first stop to be at the Mojave Desert Rock Faces. They are a little hard to find in the middle of the desert, but when you do, your kids will get a kick out of it. If you don’t stop at the rock faces, The Oro Grande Shops are a perfect first stop to take some pictures, grab a snack, and do a little shopping. There is a cool gas station right next to the shops that you’ll want to pull over and check out with the kids. Our next stop on our way to Vegas was to Elmer’s Bottle Tree Ranch. The ranch is one of the neatest places along Route 66, and there is so much to explore. Entrance is free, but tips are encouraged to be left of the artist. After leaving Bottle Tree Ranch, you’ll find more fun places to stop for photo opportunities. We found a cool ghost town (Sagebrush Inn) on the side of the road that looked just like it did in the old west. We also made a stop to check out a rad Route 66 themed motel and walked around downtown for awhile. While it’s not something that you would expect to find along Route 66, if you’re a SoCal native you’ll want...
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Read MoreMickey’s Halloween Pre-Party Mix-In & Discounted Tickets
Mickey’s Halloween Party at the Disneyland Resort is going to be bigger and better than ever this year with the all-new pre-party mix-in. For the first time, guest attending Mickey’s Halloween Party will have an opportunity to visit Disney California Adventure as well as Disneyland Park during the three hours prior to the beginning of the party in Disneyland Park. Another great reason to bring the family to Mickey’s Halloween party this year is the discounted advance purchase tickets. There are only a few select nights available where guests can take advantage of the discounted advance ticket pricing. We recommend purchasing them today before the tickets sell-out! Your family will create memories that will last a lifetime during Mickey’s Halloween Party. Mickey’s Halloween Party is a special ticketed event allows guests to trick-or-treat throughout Disneyland Park, enjoy special Halloween-themed attractions, character greetings, fireworks and more. Mickey’s Halloween Party will happen on select nights starting on September 20th. Hurry, tickets are limited and start at $95. photos courtesy of...
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Read MoreDana Point Family Travel Guide
Sponsored Dana Point is the perfect place in Orange County for families to create long lasting memories together. The city is home to some of the best beaches in Orange County and luxurious resorts. When looking for the best place to plan your next family staycation, Dana Point is one of the top choices to have a getaway full of sun and fun. Where to stay There are many resorts in Dana Point that each offer a different vacation experience. The DoubleTree Dana Point is just a few steps away from the beach. They have luxurious suites and guest rooms that offer beautiful ocean views. Your family can rent a bike and cruise around Dana Point when staying at the DoubleTree Dana Point. If you’re looking for a luxurious resort on the cliffs over the pacific ocean, The Ritz-Carlton is the ideal destination. The resort offers the best dining experiences in Orange County; a beautiful sandy beach just steps away from your hotel room and luxurious guest rooms. Your family will want to spend every minute of your staycation at the resort when staying at the Ritz-Carlton. For the families looking to incorporate golf or spa into their staycation, the Monarch Beach Resort is the perfect place. The resort has one of the best golf courses in Orange County, a beach shuttle, and a beautiful pool. One of the perks of staying at this resort is that your family will have access to the exclusive Monarch Beach Club that offers stellar dining and a private beach. Where to dine There are a lot of choices when it comes to having breakfast in Dana Point. One of our favorite places to go in the morning is Proud Mary’s. The restaurant is located in the Harbor so families can enjoy beautiful ocean views while savoring a filling breakfast. There is usually a wait on the weekends, but your kids will be kept entertained while looking at the sea life swimming in the harbor. If you don’t want to dine out, room service is always a favorite for the kids. If you’re staying a the Monarch Beach Resort, then you’ll want to have lunch at the Monarch Bay Club. The restaurant is exclusive to club members and resort guests and is located right on the beach. The food is stellar, the views are spectacular, and the service is phenomenal. Your family can spend the day at the beach and then take a...
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