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There's nothing quite like an Orange County sunset.

This is the perfect time to step back and appreciate the beauty of nature. Even if only virtually.

Finding inspiration in palm trees and sunshine. 🌴 ☀️

When things get stressful, sometimes a donut makes things a little better. Any of these from @sidecardoughnuts would be perfect. ⁠The best part is that you can order through Postmates, so you don't have to leave the house.

Sometimes the hotel room IS the vacation, in which case we recommend Fashion Island Hotel in Newport Beach. Cozy up in plush, oversized bathrobes, order room service and throw in a spa experience while you’re at it to really relax into the weekend. visittheoc.com/Newport-Beach/

A new culinary experience is now available at the Anaheim Majestic Garden Hotel in the Disneyland Resort District. Hanagi Japanese Restaurant includes a sushi bar, Shabu Shabu and options for kids like a curry that comes with a panda bear made from rice. bit.ly/2TJFZAI

The health and safety of visitors to our region is always our top priority. With the coronavirus dominating the news these days, we’ve put together a list of tips for you to consider as you ponder your travel plans. Visit this link to learn more: bit.ly/2vedIsR

Waves like this are why surfers love Huntington Beach! Even if you have never surfed before, Huntington Beach is the place to learn. Tips on where to surf, where to rent gear, and how to find lessons are available at: surfcityusa.com

OC Restaurant Week is THIS week! From March 4th - 10th meals are priced as low as $10! What better time to explore something new in Orange County? Visit ocrestaurantweek.com to learn more.

“Inside the Walt Disney Archives: 50 Years of Preserving the Magic” opens to the public at the Bowers Museum tomorrow Saturday, March 7th! Tickets are timed, so purchase in advance to make sure you get a chance to see this special exhibit. 📸 and 📍: @bowersmuseum

It's a beautiful week for the Dana Point Festival of Whales! March 7 - 8 and March 14 - 15, join us for a parade, a street fair, art shows, classic cars, paddle boarding, sand sculpting, concerts, crafts, fun food, and of course whale watching. #danapoint

Stretching along the bluffs on Cliff Drive from Aster Street to Diver's Cove, Heisler Park is an oceanfront park that has walking trails, gardens, a marine refuge with tide pools, picnic tables, barbecues, lawn bowling greens. 📸 : @traveliciouspl 📍 : @VisitLaguna

Who else is needing a pick-me-up this Friday? Bear Coast Coffee in Dana Point hits the spot every time. 📸 : @kai_the_cavachon 📍 : @MyDanaPoint

By land or sea, whale watching in Newport Beach is ranked as one of the top activities by visitors and locals alike. Both Newport Landing and Davey’s Locker offer daily guided whale watching tours by experienced professionals year-round. 📸 : @waterproject 📍 : @NewportBeach

In town for work? Turn those meeting-filled days into long weekends of lounging at the pool with your toes dipped in the water and sunshine lifting your spirit. At Hotel Irvine, it’s business with a splash of pleasure. 📸 : @splendid_rags 📍 : @IrvineCVB

It’s no wonder why the surfers in Huntington Beach stay out until sunset. Surf City’s consistent year-round swell coupled with vibrant deep-rooted surf culture makes Huntington’s 10-mile coast a surfer's paradise. 📸 : @austinfphoto 📍 : @HBSurfCityUSA

Skip the dishes and take the family out to eat! In and around Anaheim are numerous options for kid-friendly restaurants that offer delicious dishes for the entire family. visitanaheim.org/blog/best-kid-… 📍 : @Visit_Anaheim

This year, Knott's Berry Farm is celebrating 100 years of tradition, fun and boysenberries. It all began when Walter & Cordelia Knott started farming in Buena Park in 1920, and the rest is history. Celebrate this remarkable anniversary. 📸 : @knottsberryfarm 📍 : @VisitBuenaPark

It's Sunday Funday! It’s a perfect time to relax, unwind and enjoy picturesque views of California’s sunrise and sunsets from Newport Beach’s one and only Balboa Fun Zone. 📸 : @akemi33 📍 : @NewportBeach

#HappyValentinesDay from all of us in Orange County! We love you! 📸 : Visit Laguna Beach 📍 : @VisitLaguna