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Travel Costa Mesa From Home

Posted on April 1, 2020 | 3:52pm | Travel Costa Mesa

Travel Costa Mesa From Home

Getting restless indoors? We get it. We also know that we all need to do our part to flatten the curve and #CrushCovid. We were recently inspired by an Australian couple who decided not to let their cancelled cruise stop their vacation, so they recreated it at home. They wore sunglasses and comfy robes while enjoying their “view” from their living room.

Photo courtesy of Insider

Since you can’t come visit us right now, we’re bringing Costa Mesa to you. Use our tips to create your escape.

Set the scene

Miss going to The LAB and The CAMP? Wish you could take a walk through Fairview Park? Head over to our Costa Mesa Virtual Vacation page to experience 360º views of 15 hot spots in the city. Take a tour and choose your perfect backdrop. Add ambience by grabbing some Southern California gear, like sunglasses and flip flops. You’ll be enjoying the sun in no time.

Experience the arts

Photo courtesy of RMA Photography Inc.

A trip to the City of the Arts®, even a virtual one, isn’t complete without the arts. Watch the talented musicians of the Pacific Symphony play from home on the Quarantine Clips playlist. The Philharmonic Society of Orange County also has a resource list of daily live stream concerts and video clips.

Segerstrom Center for the Arts is sharing their favorite performances and resources on social media. South Coast Repertory Artistic Director David Ivers started a series on YouTube called “At Home with Ivers.” Watch the latest episode where he interviews actress/writer Amy Brenneman about her play coming this fall to SCR.

Orange County Museum of Art (OCMA) just launched their OCMA Expand virtual experience. Each week you’ll find ways to listen, learn, watch and relax with new content. There are also live programs on Thursday evenings. 

Add some creativity to your day with “Chuck Jones on Your Phones” from the Chuck Jones Center for Creativity. They’re posting free projects and classes, whether you’re staying home with kids, pets or yourself. 

Enjoy the food

You might not be able to dine in your favorite restaurant, but you can watch our Chef Spotlight series. See why Costa Mesa is becoming a foodie destination, as chefs make their signature dishes. If you’re in the area, you can bring the taste of Costa Mesa home with restaurant pickup or delivery. View our Costa Mesa Business Updates page to see which restaurants are available for pickup and delivery.

Don’t forget self care

Photo courtesy of LXR Yoga

Vacations are supposed to be relaxing, so make sure to take some time for self care. Trim Fitness Studio is offering daily Instagram live Lagree fitness classes. Subscribe to LXR Yoga YouTube channel for their daily yoga and meditation classes, which range from a few minutes to an hour-and-a-half. Follow Align Costa Mesa on Instagram and play Self Care Bingo.

There are many ways to take a vacation while staying home and helping fight COVID-19. How are you spending your time? We’ll continue to share ideas on social media.