Things to Do While
in Southern California!
While in Southern California to attend our training programs, consider extending your stay to take advantage of all the things to do while in the area. Enjoy the attractions by yourself or bring a friend, consider having a special weekend with your spouse & kids. Disneyland has so much to offer so we have included a link to Disney's site. With so many other things to do and see while in the area, we have included links to some of these popular attractions. Utilizing our discount program with American Airlines and a Saturday stayover, airfares can be quite reasonable. Local airports to consider flying into are:
Each airport offers a variety of ground transportation for our out-of-town travelers. A cab is quick and easy for the 15 minute ride to the Disney Resort area from John Wayne/Orange County airport. Airport & Local Transporation Information.
Orange County is the state's favorite family destination, due to its many theme parks, amusements, historic and cultural facilities, mild climate, and great beaches.
The county is anchored by Anaheim and Buena Park, Southern California's theme- park heaven. And, Orange County's splendid, 42-mile, picture-postcard-perfect coastline is recognized around the world.
We hope you find the list below helpful; however, please keep in mind that this is by no means a comprehensive list! If you have a special interest please call us or try searching the internet looking in the Orange, Los Angeles, Riverside, and San Diego Counties.
General Tourist Information Sites:
Anaheim/Orange County Visitor & Convention Bureau Great site for area information, attactions, recreation, things to do , etc.
California Beaches and Information
California Division of Tourism
Southern California Attractions:
Anaheim (LA!) Angels MLB Baseball The Angels are in town June 12-14 playing the San Diego Padres and June 19-21 playing the Los Angeles Dodgers. During July 19-21 the Angels play the Minnesota Twins at home! Buy your tickets directly from the Angels website!
House of Blues at Downtown Disney
Anaheim Garden Walk Shopping, food, entertainment, very close to Disneyland
LA Live Entertainment complex near Staple Center in Los Angeles. Opened December 2008 .
The Queen Mary Historic Luxury Liner
Starline Tours: Hollywood, Los Angeles & Southern Califor...
Popular shopping, dining, and entertainment centers:
Irvine Spectrum Entertainment Center for world class entertainment, shopping and dining
Main Place Mall indoor shopping mall with a variety of shopping for everyone
The Block at Orange for entertainment, shopping, and dining, close to Disneyland
South Coast Plaza indoor shopping mall for all tastes
Fashion Island outdoor shopping mall located in Newport Beach
Other ideas:
Medieval Times Buena Park Location
Shopping
Walk along the beach!
Build a sandcastle!
Play Beach volleyball!
Aquarium of the Pacific-Long Beach
Try Surfing or Ocean Kayaking!
Jam with the performers at the Grove of Anaheim
Please let us know if you find a link that is no longer working, or if you find another link that you think may be helpful to other people planning to attend. Thank you!