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July 30, 2021
Dana Point, California
#MattFoundHisBeach

KATIE & MATTHEW

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Orange County has a bunch of incredible activities and day trips to offer. Below are some of our favorites:
Dana Point Harbor

Dana Point Harbor

34571 Golden Lantern, Dana Point, California 92629

Right off of the Laguna Cliffs property down the steps- Restaurants, whale watching excursions, sailing, parasailing, stand up paddle boarding, diving, fishing and more await you.

Doheny State Beach

Doheny State Beach

34412 Park Lantern, Dana Point, California 92629

A quick walk from the hotel - Doheny State Beach is one of the most popular beaches in California. The beach is known to be California’s first state beach, drawing about one million visitors each year.

Dana Wharf Sportfishing & Whale Watching

Dana Wharf Sportfishing & Whale Watching

34675 Golden Lantern, Dana Point, California 92629

Dana Point is known world wide for their whale watching. In the Summer months look out for Blue Whales, the largest animal on earth!

Salt Creek Beach

Salt Creek Beach

33333 Pacific Coast Highway, Dana Point, CA 92629
, (949) 923-2280

Across the street from our rehearsal spot, a beautiful beach and park right on the water. Features amenities such as a halfcourt basketball court, beach volleyball, and a seven-acre grassy Bluff Park.

Proud Mary's Restaurant

Proud Mary's Restaurant

34689 Golden Lantern, Dana Point, CA 92629

Walking distance from the hotel - one of our favorite casual brunch & lunch spots in Dana Point overlooking the harbor.

Stacks Pancake House

Stacks Pancake House

110 California 1, Dana Point, California 92629

Right down the street. You'll thank us later.

Laguna Beach

Laguna Beach

Laguna Beach, CA

10 minutes up the PCH! Laguna is a great city to enjoy for a beach day or to stroll around town.

Top of the World

Top of the World

3355 Alta Laguna Boulevard, Laguna Beach, California 92651

One of our favorite trails in Laguna Beach! If you're looking for a challenge be sure to do the car wreck trail. After stop by Urth Caffe for lunch, our go to place for delicious salads, sandwiches & baked goods.

The Deck

The Deck

627 Sleepy Hollow Lane, Laguna Beach, California 92651

Our go to date night spot! Enjoy dinner & drinks right on the water in downtown Laguna.

Rooftop Lounge

Rooftop Lounge

1289 South Coast Highway, Laguna Beach, California 92651

Great happy hour & better views.

Pelican Hill Golf Club

Pelican Hill Golf Club

22800 South Pelican Hill Road, Newport Beach, California 92657

Luxe oceanfront golf resort with Italian-inspired bungalows & villas, plus dining & a day spa.

Irvine Spectrum Center

Irvine Spectrum Center

Irvine, CA 92618

Beautiful outdoor shopping mall with a variety of shops, restaurants and a ferris wheel.

Fashion Island

Fashion Island

Fashion Island, Newport Beach, California 92660

Orange County's premier shopping center featuring world-class shopping and restaurants.

Catalina Island

Catalina Island

34675 Golden Lantern, Dana Point, California 92629

Take the Catalina Express to Catalina Island for the day to explore the fun shops, restaurants, bars and beaches. It holds a special place in our hearts as we spent our first Valentine's Day in California here.

Disneyland Park

Disneyland Park

209 Main Street U.S.A., Anaheim, California 92802

Only a half hour up the road!

iHeartYoga in the Park

iHeartYoga in the Park

25111 Park Lantern, Dana Point, California 92629

Held right outside the steps of Laguna Cliffs hotel in Lantern Park, this donations based yoga class is held everyday at 10am.

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