Do you still need to make plans for this Mother’s Day? That’s okay; you’re not alone! We’ve compiled a list of the Top 8 Things to do for Your Mom in Orange County. Whether your mom prefers the outdoors or the royal treatment, there is something here for you…
1) Mother’s Day Coastal Cruise
Sunday, May 10, 2015 at 10AM
Take mom on a Coastal Cruise aboard the Ocean Adventures Catamaran. This holiday trip will depart Dana Point Harbor and cruise up the coastline to Laguna Beach. Champagne, fresh seasonal fruit, juices, pastries and muffins will be served. Tickets are $49 for adults and $29 for children.
LOCATION:
Dana Wharf Sportfishing / Dana Point Harbor
34675 Golden Lantern
Dana Point
BOOK:
http://danawharf.com/
949-496-5794 ext.7
2) Mother’s Day Package at The Spa at Laguna Cliffs
Valid May 1-31
Celebrate and give thanks for your mom this Mother’s Day with this limited time offer. Reserve an appointment for yourself and an appointment for mom and receive a complimentary mimosa post treatment. Upon departure, we’ll gift mom one of our Skin Wellness Kits to help her continue her spa experience at home. Package includes: Two Serenity Massage treatments (must be booked same day), complimentary mimosa for two, and one Skin Wellness Kit. One hour is $350.
LOCATION:
25135 Park Lantern
Dana Point, CA
BOOK:
http://www.lagunacliffs.com/spa/index.asp
949-487-7576
3) Brunch at Saphire Laguna
Sunday, May 9, 2015 from 9AM to 3PM
Sapphire Laguna captures Laguna Beach’s dual nature as a homespun artist community and sophisticated coastal city. Chef Azmin Ghahreman presides over this charming bistro, which channels Laguna’s art and architecture along with the chef’s passion for world cuisines. Brunch prices average $67 for three courses.
LOCATION:
Old Pottery Place
1200 S. Coast Hwy.
Laguna Beach, CA 92651
BOOK:
http://www.opentable.com/sapphire-laguna-beach-reservations-laguna-beach?rid=10381&restref=10381
949-715-9888
4) Women’s Journey Conference
Saturday, May 9, 2015
A great Mother’s Day weekend event for Mothers and daughters! A powerful day of education, inspiration and celebration, the WJC offers motivational speakers and authors who discuss issues that touch the lives of women. Inspiring and uplifting entertainment enrich the day and a wide variety of exhibitors provide opportunities for a quick massage, health consultations, beauty tips and much more. There is also a FREE self-esteem program has helped young girls discover how they feel about their talents and abilities.
LOCATION:
University of California, Irvine
Irvine, CA
BOOK:
http://www.womensjourneyconference.com/
877-657-8464
5) Rose Garden Tour
Saturday, May 9, 2015 from 10AM to 4PM
Tour beautiful and enchanting gardens located in Laguna Hills, San Juan Capistrano, Capistrano Beach and San Clemente. This is a truly rare opportunity to view these beautiful, published, private gardens up close.
BOOK:
http://www.rosesrosesroses.org/gardentour2015.php
714-731-9242
6) Taste of Anaheim
May 7, 2015
Taste of Anaheim showcases all things Anaheim including restaurants, beer and wine, local art, music, and the business community. This year’s Taste of Anaheim is expected to feature fifty of your favorite restaurants, three exciting bands, and more than 5,000 patrons.
LOCATION:
Anaheim Gardenwalk
321 W Katella Ave
Anaheim, CA
BOOK:
http://tasteofanaheim365.com/tickets/
714-758-0222
7) Brunch at Bayside
Sunday, May 10, 2015
Bayside continues to be one of Newport Beach’s best values, with its scenic harbor view and reasonably priced menu of classic and contemporary favorites. On Sundays, a casual crowd shows up for the three-course, prix-fixe menu, which includes such items as eggs Benedict and venison medallions swimming in a red wine reduction. Mother’s Day Brunch is $54.75 per person.
LOCATION:
900 Bayside Drive
Newport Beach, CA
BOOK:
http://www.opentable.com/bayside-restaurant-reservations-newport-beach?rid=12997&restref=12997
949-721-1222
8) Carlsbad Flower Fields
Sunday, May 10, 2015 from 9AM to 6PM
Although this is right outside Orange County, the Flower Fields are a sight to see! For over sixty years, Mother Nature has transformed the rolling hills of North San Diego County into one of the most spectacular and coordinated displays of natural color and beauty anywhere in the world. The Flower Fields at Carlsbad Ranch® in Carlsbad, California, are in bloom for approximately six to eight weeks each year – from early March through early May – literally bringing the famous fields back to life. On the last day of the season, Carlsbad Ranch® hosts a Mother’s Day event. Tickets are $12.00 for Adults, $11.00 for Seniors 60+, $6.00 for Children 3-10, and Children 2 and under are free.
LOCATION:
5704 Paseo Del Norte
Carlsbad, CA 92008
BOOK:
http://theflowerfields.com/get-tickets
760-431-0352
Do you have other recommendations for Mother’s Day 2015? Let us know in the comments below.