Wanderlust World Wanderlust World With 34 cities and 42 miles of coastline, Orange County, California, offers couples a range of options for dates, whether you're looking for a romantic evening or an activity-filled afternoon. Take advantage of the county's public beaches and parks, or get romantic after the sun goes down. Go on a creative first date, or add some spice to your long-term relationship in Orange County.
Located in southern Orange County just north of San Diego, Capistrano Beach works well for an afternoon date for the couple that loves spending time outdoors. Meet for lunch at one of Dana Point Harbor's many oceanside restaurants, like Jolly Roger or Jon's Fishmarket, where you can enjoy fresh seafood. Then, walk down to the beach and dip your toes in the Pacific Ocean.
Or, for the more adventurous couple, try out kayaking or jet skiing. Couples can also take to the water aboard daily cruises that depart from Dana Point Harbor. Enjoy the backdrop of the Pacific Ocean as you sail together and build your relationship.
Dana Point Harbor
Dana Point Harbor Dr.
Dana Point, CA 92629
949-923-2255
danapointharbor.com
Couples looking for date ideas in Orange County can take advantage of one of the county's many public parks. Nature-lovers can take advantage of mild Orange County weather and pack a picnic to enjoy in a park. For example, visit Mile Square Regional Park in Fountain Valley and see the park's 640 acres of land. Pack a picnic basket full of cheese and crackers and chocolate-covered strawberries.
Set up nearby one of the park's two lakes for a scenic view. After your picnic, you can take advantage of the recreational facilities at the park by throwing a line in one of the fishing lakes, enjoying the golf course or checking out the park's wilderness area.
Mile Square Regional Park
16801 Euclid St.
Fountain Valley, CA 92708
714-973-6600
ocparks.com
Nothing says romance like a gondola cruise through scenic Orange County. Departing from Newport Beach, couples can enjoy a private gondola ride for two. Choose from a variety of packages for this Orange County date, ranging from a chocolate cruise featuring sparkling cider and chocolates or an appetizer cruise that includes coconut shrimp, fried calamari and spinach-artichoke dip. Select the dessert cruise for the significant other with a sweet tooth, or a picnic lunch cruise for two. Or, show your loved one how much you care by enjoying a gondola ride and grand dinner cruise, which features a three-course meal.
Newport Beach Gondola Cruise
3101 W. Coast Hwy.
Newport Beach, CA 92663
949-515-2939
gondolacruises.com