Convene By the Coast

September 2009
“The sights are amazing out here; you have multimillion-dollar homes and amazing beaches,” says Sara Copping, director of marketing for Hornblower Cruises & Events in Newport Beach. “We always call it the California Riviera down here—it’s like no other!”

Coastal O.C.'s True Colors

Along the coast of Orange County, the blue of the ocean is a dazzling hue, rich in tone and tinged in white as it crashes against the sandy shores. As the sun sets, the beach becomes engulfed by an orange and purple glow, a fire of color that passes as swiftly as it comes. Away from the water, famous wineries promise red and white varietals, while visitors coiffed in pristine white knickers smack balls on green courses.