Holidays in Laguna Beach

Laguna Beach is a resort town on the Pacific Coast in California. It boasts a variety of beaches along its coastline, and is also a renowned destination for art enthusiasts.

Laguna Beach Holidays: Travel Essentials

The John Wayne Airport is the nearest airport to land at for Laguna Beach holidays. It offers both international and domestic flights from Santa Ana. The nearest Amtrak rail stations are at Irvine and Laguna Niguel. In Laguna Beach the Laguna Beach Transit has three fixed bus routes which loop back to the downtown Transit Centre. Laguna Beach, California is eight hours behind GMT. It has a Mediterranean climate with an abundance of sunshine. As the summer period has the least rainfall that is perhaps the best time for Laguna Beach holidays.

Laguna Beach: Fun in the Sun

There are a variety of beaches to visit for Laguna Beach holidays. The primary beach is the Main Beach which has a mostly sandy strech, but is rockier at the northern end. It includes both basketball and volleyball courts. Aliso Beach is an alternative which is great for water sports such as surfing, paddle boarding and skimboarding. Further north is Heisler Park beach where there are great views of the ocean and picnic tables. It includes grassy areas and charcoal grills for beach barbeques.

Laguna Beach Holidays: Attractions & The Arts

Travelers should check out the Laguna Art Museum which showcases a variety of Calfornia art. The Lu Martin Galleries has a diverse range of contemporary and traditional paintings. Each summer the Festival of Arts is held at the Pageant of the Masters where art is presented onstage alongside an orchestral accompaniment. At the Pacific Marine Mammal Center visitors can see sea lions and seals up close. Or make a trip to the Hortense Miller Garden which displays a profusion of plants such as Puya and the native Sage Scrub.