Costa Mesa

If you're longing for a trip to Southern California, we suggest that you consider escaping to Costa Mesa where a year-round mild climate and proximity to the Pacific Ocean have made this cosmopolitan Orange County city a vacation paradise for beachcombers, boaters and playgoers alike.

Nicknamed the City of the Arts because it is home to world-class performing arts venues, Costa Mesa is just 35 miles south of Los Angeles, but is a world apart.

Costa Mesa's central location also makes excursions to nearby Disneyland, Disney's California Adventure, Knott's Berry Farm, Universal Studios, Legoland, Sea World and other must-see attractions a breeze. Those visitors practiced in the art of shopping can pursue their passion here, too, as can lovers of the arts.

Near to Costa Mesa are Newport Harbor and miles of sparkling beaches, as well as championship-quality golf courses and superb tennis facilities. Want to watch professional sports? Costa Mesa's an ideal destination for vacationers looking to catch professional baseball action in Los Angeles, Orange County and San Diego. Of course, there are plenty of spas in town to be enjoyed by men and women.

For shoppers, there's the incomparable, world-renown South Coast Plaza shopping resort, where they can enjoy a virtual visit to 17 countries without leaving the center.

Costa Mesa is also home to the Theatre District, including the world-class Orange County Performing Arts Center, Tony Award-winning South Coast Repertory (SCR) Theatre and many fabulous restaurants.