Orange County

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Ops

Operational guide for flying private/charter

• Be sure to familiarize yourself with curfews and noise abatement procedures

• ACI has two facilities, make sure you double check if you're going to the north or south facility

• Clay Lacy requires an escort through a guard gate to get access to the FBO

Where to Stay

Newport/Costa Mesa

• Irvine Marriott
  Large M Club Lounge and food/bar are good, as well as the gym.

• Renaissance Newport Beach
  Close to the airport and competitive rates.

• Marriott Irvine Spectrum
  Offsite from the airport, but lots to do in this area. Very nice property.

Where to Eat

• ETCetera Sushi & Izakaya
  Fresh sushi near the airport; high quality and good price

• Oo Toro Sushi
  Authentic sushi; top-notch quality. Can be expensive, but it's the real deal!

• Salty Bear Brewing
  Local craft beer

• Puesto Park Place Irvine
  High-end "Urban Mexican" food with delicious tacos and top notch drinks!

• Spicy Noodle House
  High-quality and affordable Chinese/Thai food take-out

• Peter's Gourmade Grill
  THE burger spot in the O.C. A bit of a drive from SNA, but friendly on the wallet.

• Hook & Anchor
  On Newport Island; some of the best seafood you can get without busting the budget.

• Catalina Fish Kitchen
  Good fish restaurant and good brews. Local feel and extensive seafood menu.

What to Do

• Take the ferry to Balboa Island

• Rent beach cruisers

• Check out the Lyon Air Museum

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