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SUMMER DIVE-IN MOVIES RETURN TO FASHION ISLAND HOTEL
08.01.18
Friday nights are Summer Dive-In Movie nights at Fashion Island Hotel – the stylish, luxury SoCal coastal hotel is a favorite for relaxed hospitality and atmosphere. Silver screen favorites start at sundown when dates, friends and families pull up a chaise lounge poolside or get comfy on their own inflatable pool floaties to view Mowgli, Thor, the Black Widow, Emma Stone, Ryan Gosling, Lupita Nyong’o and other unforgettable characters and stars under the stars. Popcorn, movie snacks, cocktails and other beverages are available to purchase for sipping and crunching. Cost is $10 for locals and free for hotel guests.
To sweeten this poolside cinema experience, overnight guests can enjoy the benefits of Fashion Island Hotel’s Seas The Summer package, which features 15% off their room, 15% off dining for two and a $15 Market Place credit.
Summer Dive-In Movies
Fridays through August 31, arrival at 7 p.m. with film screenings starting at sundown, about 8 p.m.
Following is the schedule:
August 3: Black Panther
August 10: La La Land
August 17: Ready Player One
August 24: The Jungle Book
August 31: Avengers Infinity War
$10 for locals; free for overnight guests. Pricing excludes tax and gratuity. Food and beverages are an additional cost.
Seas The Summer Package
Valid through August 31
Guests who are enjoying Fashion Island Hotel’s Seas The Summer Package and are there on summer Friday nights can enjoy a complimentary Summer Dive-In Movie experience, plus the package offerings of 15% off room rate, 15% off hotel dining for two and a $15 Market Place credit. They’ll want to bask in the sun poolside, visit primo sandy beaches and enjoy all Newport Beach has to offer.
Starting at $195 per night. Pricing excludes applicable taxes. Based on availability. Blackout dates may apply. Daily dining credit is not valid on holidays, happy hour or blackout dates. To book, call 877-591-9145.
Fashion Island Hotel is at 690 Newport Center Drive in Newport Beach. 949.760.0808.
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Staying Cool at the OC Fair
07.31.18
There are hot days in the forecast during the OC Fair continuing through Sunday, Aug. 12, yet there are plenty of ways to keep cool.
All Fair guests are encouraged to be aware of the heat and follow good common-sense practices. Personal water bottles (empty on entry), sealed water bottles, soft-sided coolers and snacks from home are all allowed. Water stations are being added at all three main gates and at information booths as the forecasts predict warmer weather ahead.
Here are some fun ways to keep it cool at the OC Fair:
Splash fountain: It's an OC Fair classic! The crazy water fountain in front of The Hangar is a kid favorite and quite likely the coolest place to be. Families in the know pack an extra set of clothes for the little ones. Snap some pics, because you'll want to capture those drippy grins.
Water rides: Pelican Splash in Kid Land and Wild Rivers in the big carnival bring squeals of delight as the cars splash down and cool down the riders.
Pause and refresh: With misting stands in three locations, it's a good idea to take a break and stand under the sprayers to take your temperature down a few notches.
Up above it all: Do not miss the chance to get the best views of the Fair and catch a breeze on the Sky Ride and the two open-air Ferris wheels in Kid Land. Top tip: Head to La Grande Wheel XL for a spin in air-conditioned cabins on the biggest ride on the midway.
Frosty goodness: Indulge in frozen treats like ice cream sundaes, shave ice, icy lemonade, smoothies, boba tea, ice cream tacos, gelato, Italian ice, Dole whip and more.
Get inside: The air-conditioned shopping and exhibit buildings are the place to be when fairgoers want to get out of the sunshine. It's a terrific opportunity to check out the woodworking and craft exhibits as well as visual arts, pottery, jewelry and culinary arts.
Crafty cocktails: Inside the Culinary Arts building is a new attraction, Craft Bar, featuring farm-fresh mocktails during the day and cocktails after dark, with spirits from Drift Distillery in San Clemente. There are even demonstrations to teach you to create your own.
Special exhibit: Observe some cool art while cooling off at the Museum of Agrarian Art, a curated display of digital reproductions of famous artworks depicting agriculture themes. It’s located in the Visual Arts building and open till 11 p.m.
The OC Fair is open noon to midnight Wednesday-Friday; 11 a.m. to midnight Saturday-Sunday. Closed Monday-Tuesday.
The OC Fair is at 88 Fair Drive at Costa Mesa.
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