I had so much fun walking this path. So peaceful. So clean. And very close to everything…read more We even took the free trolley back and forth. Great day date

I love Laguna Beach! Yes, it is always super crowded but it's a small city so that's what you…read moreshould expect. I would say parking is a hassle, which it is, but I've been through much worse. I never get lucky enough to find street parking although most of it is metered and that's always annoying, but they have plenty of affordable parking lots so definitely just pay up. We didn't spend more than $5 for parking so for a beach day that is totally worth it. There are lots of shops and restaurants to visit while you are in the area. I definitely recommend walking along the beach cliffside. There is a paved trailed and the view is gorgeous. To me, it's just as pretty as Hawaii! We chose to eat at Urth Cafe during our most recent visit but the other restaurants I have visited have also been very pleasent. They have good quality food and the prices are expensive but definitely affordable for an ocean view. I would recommend to arrive early. Maybe the crowds wont be as bad plus you need to plan for traffic when you leave Laguna Beach. We were caught in a traffic jam when we left in the afternoon and it seemed like it was backed up the entire day. But like I said, I have been through much worse and Laguna Beach is still always worth the visit. Will be back soon!

Beautiful tours and dinner events. Great communication and organization. We had fun! : ) Thank you!read more

We attended a Bluebird Farm dinner hosted by Laguna Tastes & Tours with a very thoughtful and…read moredelicious curated dinner by Chef My Date. We had no idea what to expect. The entire evening was magical. The farm has an interesting story, the food was spectacular, and we were lucky enough to have met some amazing local families. Highly recommend

Bought an oil painting five years ago when I visited for the first time…read more This is a gorgeous place in a charming quaint town and the artwork is divine!! Please pop in if you're ever in Laguna Beach, this place definitely delivers and even more.

I first experienced Marc's work at a Festival of Arts tour many years ago. The painting was of an…read moreunmade bed, of all things, and it brought me to tears because it was so beautiful. He continues to paint these simple everyday scenes but so masterfully that you just want to become part of them. He is also very personable and likes to chat.

Charles did a wonderful job teaching my 12 year old how to surf. He was kind, attentive to her…read moreneeds and encouraging. The surf was a bit high and he made sure she was capable of handling it. He stayed with her the whole time making sure she was safe. I was impressed with how well he read the surf and kept her from the waves that were not suitable for a novice. Aubrey, my niece, was apprehensive about going, but when it was over she was very positive about all of the experience, especially the teacher. Hats off to La Vida Laguna

What a fun experience! We came out on a Friday morning and it was just us and another group going…read moreout into the water. They had a kayak that could hold 2 adults and a kid in the middle, along with life jackets. We filled out the waiver online, so it was pretty quick to go out once we got there. We parked a little farther up at the paid spots. We launched from Fisherman's Cove. Before this, we had only been kayaking in calm waters in Newport Back Bay. The open waters is a totally different beast. Not gonna lie - I was a little nervous during launch because the waters were definitely rougher than the bay, and I can't swim. But I always felt safe. We went out to a few kelp beds and just chilled there for a bit, chatting with each other, learning about the area and each other. Living in Orange County, I was surprised at how much I didn't know about Laguna Beach and I learned a lot just chatting out in the water. The effect was surprisingly calming as the waves moved underneath us. The kelp beds definitely help break the waves a bit. Although we did pick up some kelp while paddling, it wasn't too bad. There were a few waves that were a little bigger, and our poor kid started to get a bit seasick about halfway through the tour. The way back was pretty straight forward, and we landed right where we launched. Everything was done with such ease - we all really enjoyed it! Even our kid was talking about it once we landed. We were able to wear basic beach footwear on the kayak, but were encouraged to leave everything in the car since there could be a tipping event - luckily we didn't experience one! But they took some photos for us and texted them over. While we didn't see any marine mammals, we did see several types of birds. The experience of being out in the kelp beds alone was pretty cool - I can imagine how magical it is to see some dolphin or a whale out in the water!

I have tried twice to book the Best Bites of Laguna Beach Tour through Viator. My first tour was…read morecanceled because my tour is pending until someone from the tour company confirms the date and the number of people, and no one responded, so it was canceled. I've put in a second request for a tour for two people on the date I requested, and so far no one has responded, so this one may also be canceled. At least two Viator representatives have called and sent email messages to try to get my tour confirmed, but they've not gotten a response. I also sent a message to the tour company asking that they respond to my pending tour request, but no response. I have given this tour company one star for poor customer service.

Had a great day tour w/ our tour guide Cathy (very warm, friendly & hospitable) & fellow Yelper…read moreLucy T. (thanks girlie for taking me along) =) A fun day of learning new facts & sampling new places which we'd never think of trying in laguna Beach. A foodie lovers day of fun, Yay! =) Places we visited: La Sirena Grill (Organic Mexican) - small samples of salsa & guacamole dip Tommy Bahama (sample of Coconut Shrimp) Candy Baron (No candy samples) Lumberyard Restaurant (No samples) Sundried Tomato Cafe (small sample of their signature Sundried Tomato soup) Cafe Zinc (small sample of bean & corn salsa) Ocean Ave. Brewery (beer tasting $3 extra & appetizers) Pizza Lounge (Pizza made from fresh ingredients) Helen Cope House Dolce Gelato (sample of gelato) St. Francis by the Sea Cathedral Murphy-Smith Bungalow The lifeguard tower Wyland studios I wish they had more tastings of signature dishes from each of the different restaurants rather than just their appetizers & also more tastings in the middle of the tour because I was feeling hungry but by the end of the tour I was so stuffed! =P Tip: There are two parking structures on Mermaid st that are $5 all day parking thats the cheapest & best deal that was perfect parking for this tour.

Palm Springs Old and new!…read more The MAGIC CART RIDE is such a fun activity for tourists and locals alike. I'm a long-time local, but I still have so much to see and learn. I work with many tourists who ask me about great activities and this is the top on my list. Donnie and Kathy (the tour guides) are so much fun- taking us through the history of Palm Springs, while pointing out the newer details about the area. History, culture, art, food, what more can we ask for? They kept us hydrated and filled with beverages, water, food and even a nifty gift bag. This tour is small and intimate, with only 6 guests, so everyone has a chance to ask questions and absorb! The tour includes several stops featuring cocktails, mocktails and food while you enjoy the experience. Some of our stops included several popular and my personal choices, Eight Four Nine and Crudo. We were treated to Crudo's pistachio lime cocktail - perfect beverage to feel relaxation at its finest! These may be on your tour, or there will be other wonderful places. Best to even take the tour again, in case you missed something! I don't want to give much more away so just trust me and make your reservation now. It's truly memorable and magical!

The tour was so much more than we expected. We are locals and didn't think there was anything new…read morewe could learn about our town but we were totally wrong. We experienced a new restaurant as well as learned so much history about the places we went to. We also made new friends with some of the other people taking the same tour which is always a benefit! Definitely recommend!