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Pacific Airshow Huntington Beach: Best Places to Watch
The Pacific Airshow is one of my favorite events of the year in Orange County. If you live even a few miles inland from the coast, you’ve probably already heard the sound waves rolling through your neighborhood. I’ve heard them from as far south as Dana Point and as far inland as Irvine. For me,…
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Best Baby Beaches in Orange County With Little to No Waves
Orange County is famous for its beaches and surf, but if you have a baby or toddler, the best beaches are the ones that are calm. Add a playground nearby and it’s a perfect beach day. As a local OC mom, these are the beaches I recommend to other parents when they ask where to…
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Best School Districts in Orange County With Affordable Family Homes
“We want good schools, but we can’t afford Irvine or Newport Beach” is one of the most common things I hear from families starting their home search in Orange County. The good news: you don’t have to choose between strong schools and a realistic budget here. You just have to know where to look. Orange…
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OC Mom Map – Episode 2: Toddlers + Tunes
This free event happens every first Tuesday of the Month at Irvine Spectrum Center. Each month features a different theme for kids. There’s an obstacle course, kid friendly games and free carousel rides. Click HERE for More Info View this post on Instagram A post shared by Zara Aidul Robles | Orange County Realtor® (@zarazelina)…
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OC Mom Map – Episode 1: Bill Barber Memorial Park Playground
As a mom of a toddler (who is a big ball of energy), I’m always looking for new places to take him. Follow along for mom approved spots and activities in Orange County: Colonel Bill Barber Marine Corps Memorial Park has a playground area that has separate sections for toddlers and older kids. The 42…
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Laguna Beach: Woods Cove
Being near the water does something special for me – it allows me clear my mind completely. It’s a big reason why I moved to Orange County. The list of beaches here are endless – and Laguna Beach has some of the best. One of those beaches is Woods Cove. Woods Cove is a tiny…
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Weekend Getaway: Heat Hotel – Lake Havasu, Arizona
Distance from Orange County, CA: approx. 4.5 hours If you’re heading to Lake Havasu City for the weekend and need a place to stay, check out Heat Hotel. It’s located in the center of all the action and right by London Bridge. Lake Havasu City is about a 4.5 hour drive from Orange County. It’s…