...to Metropolitan Trendsetter in the 21st Century
Today, Orange County has a population
of nearly three million people and is considered a major metropolitan
center. It has grown up alongside its neighbor to the north, Los
Angeles.
Once just considered merely a bedroom community, today
Anaheim and Orange County
are recognized as a world-class destination. It has achieved national
and international recognition as a leading leisure and business site.
Due to the hit TV series, many people now refer to this area as The OC, which depicts life here as hip, rich and vibrant.
In
reality, this region includes a wealth of varied options and
opportunities to discover. Its rich cultures include a diverse
population with a proud ancestry and vibrant Latino and Asian
populations.
This land of
plentiful sunshine, majestic mountain backdrops and miles of soothing beaches spans 798 square miles and is composed of 34 cities, all with their own unique personality and charm.
Orange County is world-famous for its theme parks
, distinguished shopping
centers, dynamic
meeting venues and trendy communities
.
Its
entrepreneurs have pioneered the surfing, sportswear, biomedical,
aeronautical, coffee and theme park industries. This region
encapsulates the California lifestyle and experience, with its casual
sophistication and spirit of hospitality.
Orange County is considered by many to be the best that Southern California has to offer and the embodiment of the
California Dream.