Costa Mesa Travel
In the 1920s, open fields fed a growing Orange County. By 1953, Costa Mesa became a city — one destined for creativity. Costa Mesa transformed into a cultural landmark, giving rise to South Coast Plaza and the Segerstrom Center for the Arts. Decades later, The LAB and The CAMP emerged, redefining local culture through design, flavor, and sustainability. Today, Costa Mesa hums with that same spirit — artistic, inventive, and undeniably Californian.
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Discover the best winter events in Orange County for 2025 — including Santa photos, coastal Christmas celebrations, tree lightings, markets, and festive family activities.
Find the top speakeasies in Orange County, including hidden bars and password-only lounges with exceptional cocktails across Anaheim, Costa Mesa, and HB..
From sleek Spectrum skyscrapers to business-friendly airport stays, Irvine delivers clean, modern hotels with easy access to tech hubs, SoCal universities, outdoor parks, and retail districts. Whether you’re in town for a conference, a weekend of shopping, or a sports tournament at Great Park, here’s your Kur8ed Guide to the very best hotels in Irvine.
Planning a trip to Orange County? Discover every major theme park, water park, and family attraction — from Disneyland and Disney California Adventure to Knott’s Berry Farm, Wild Rivers, Great Wolf Lodge, Adventure City, Balboa Fun Zone, Discovery Cube, and more. Your complete curated guide to rides, coasters, splash zones, and kid-friendly adventures across the OC.
Kick off the holidays, SoCal-style! From sparkling seaside resorts to small-town plazas, Orange County glows bright this season with free tree-lighting ceremonies, live music, Santa sightings, and plenty of cocoa. Here’s your Kur8ed Guide to every major tree-lighting event across the OC — organized by city for easy planning.
Discover Costa Mesa’s best hotels, from refined luxury escapes and polished four-star favorites to stylish urban retreats near South Coast Plaza, The LAB, and Segerstrom Center for the Arts. Explore top-rated stays like Avenue of the Arts, The Westin, and Costa Mesa Marriott — each reflecting the creative energy and effortless style of Orange County’s cultural hub.
Orange County has quietly shaped Hollywood history. Whether you’re retracing Tom Hanks at Disneyland, Tony Stark in Irvine, or Tom Cruise at Fashion Island, every corner of the OC holds a piece of movie magic waiting for you to step into the scene.
Discover 15 stunning sculptures and 4 bonus art installations on the Costa Mesa Outdoor Sculpture Walk. A self-guided tour near South Coast Plaza and Segerstrom Center featuring works by Noguchi, Serra, Miró, and more.
From blufftop paths with ocean breezes to shady neighborhood parks, Costa Mesa offers plenty of places where pups and people can explore together.
Costa Mesa’s Beer Trail packs hazy IPAs, small-batch brews, and dog-friendly patios 🐾 into a walkable, food-truck-filled craft beer crawl.
Discover the best performing arts venues in Orange County—from Segerstrom Center and South Coast Repertory to Irvine Barclay, Laguna Playhouse, and Pageant of the Masters.
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