A season by the sea

Introducing The Cut & The Catch, a weekend menu feature at Splashes highlighting exceptional selections from land and sea. Available Friday and Saturday evenings from 5:00 pm to 9:00 pm, the menu showcases dry-aged specialty meats, line-caught fish, and pristine shellfish, each prepared with precision and inspired by our oceanfront setting. Choose what calls to you, pair it with a thoughtful wine selection, and settle in for an evening shaped by the Pacific’s shifting light.

Let the ocean breeze and golden sunsets set the tone for Surf & Sand Unplugged on Bella Vista Terrace. Every Thursday and Saturday from 5:30 pm – 8:30 pm, settle in for live music paired with an elevated small bites menu and handcrafted cocktails in a stunning coastal setting. Select evenings feature an OC brewery tap takeover bringing a fresh local pour to your seaside soundtrack. Whether you’re unwinding after a day on the sand or gathering with friends, Bella Vista Terrace is the perfect place to linger, sip, and take in the view.

Ease into the weekend with oceanfront brunch at Splashes, served Saturday and Sunday in a setting that’s as memorable as the menu. Offered a la carte, our sunlit classics and coastal creations are prepared with a sense of place and a touch of indulgence. Whether you're toasting with mimosas or simply savoring the sound of the waves, brunch here is a ritual worth lingering over.

Embark on a thoughtfully curated four-course dining experience that highlights the artistry of the coast. Our Chef’s Tasting Menu invites you to savor a seasonal progression of flavors from delicate starters and crudo to expertly prepared seafood, fine cuts, and a sweet finale. Each course is crafted with intention, highlighting the freshest local ingredients and presented with coastal elegance.

Join us each Thursday evening for a warm and easy gathering on the Bella Vista Terrace. From 5:30 to 6:30 pm, enjoy live music, light refreshments, ocean air, and casual conversation with resort leadership and fellow guests. Unscripted and sincerely hosted, this complimentary reception is a quiet nod to connection—set against Laguna’s most timeless backdrop.

An afternoon sweetened by the sea. Join us on the Pool Deck each Saturday and Sunday from 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm for Scoops & Sundaes, a complimentary, make-your-own sundae experience with premium ice cream and a tempting spread of toppings to finish it your way. Linger in the sunshine, take in the ocean air, and enjoy a nostalgic treat.

As the day eases into evening, join us at our Sea & Stem Martini Bar at Bella Vista Terrace. Sample the classics or try house signatures inspired by the shoreline, alongside dessert-leaning favorites like the Espresso Martini and spirited zero-proof pours. Served with ocean air and a touch of occasion, it’s an elegant way to settle into summer in Laguna Beach.

Spend Friday evenings at Bella Vista Terrace with a tasting that captures the ease of summer on the coast. Each week features a flight of three seasonal wines, thoughtfully paired with fresh seafood bites such as ceviche and crudo. Bright, relaxed, and made for lingering, it’s a simple pleasure best enjoyed with ocean air and an unhurried end to the day.

Embark on an evening through France’s most celebrated culinary and wine regions, set against the oceanfront ease of Surf & Sand Laguna Beach. The Tour de France Wine Dinner begins with a welcoming reception, followed by a four-course dinner thoughtfully paired with French wines from a variety of regions.

From the first pour to the final course, each pairing is designed to transport guests across the flavors, traditions, and quiet pleasures of France—an intimate dining experience shaped by good company, refined fare, and the relaxed sophistication of Laguna Beach.

An evening devoted to the ocean’s quiet abundance, The Summer Tide Dinner invites guests to gather for a refined coastal dinner shaped by choice, craft, and a sense of occasion.

The evening begins with a Champagne reception and freshly shucked oysters, followed by a three-course dinner celebrating the bounty of the sea. Whole fish will be elegantly displayed on ice, allowing each guest to select their preferred catch for the entrée course, complemented by an appetizer and dessert.

Set within the relaxed sophistication of Surf & Sand Laguna Beach, this intimate dining experience brings together pristine seafood, thoughtful Champagne pairings, and the effortless pleasure of a summer evening by the Pacific.

An evening of refined pairings and generous hospitality, the Snake River Farms and Nickel & Nickel Wine Dinner brings together a four-course dining experience crafted around exceptional ingredients and expressive wines.

Guests are invited to settle into a thoughtfully composed dinner, where each course is designed to complement the character and depth of Nickel & Nickel wines. With Snake River Farms at the center of the menu, the evening offers a rich, polished take on coastal dining—warm, intimate, and quietly indulgent.

Set against the natural rhythm of the Pacific, this one-night dinner celebrates the pleasure of a well-curated meal, shared at an unhurried pace.

At Surf & Sand, some of the most memorable moments unfold just within reach. In this intimate chef-led demonstration, a beautiful local fish is brought forward and broken down in real time—clean, precise, and quietly captivating. As guests gather close, each cut reveals the integrity of the product and the craftsmanship behind it. From there, the fish is transformed à la minute into a bright, delicate crudo, layered with acidity, texture, and freshness.

Set against the oceanfront backdrop of Pacific Terrace and paired with a glass of bubbles or a well-balanced cocktail, the experience turns a simple course into something immersive, sensory, and quietly unforgettable.

Gather for a Fourth of July celebration that pairs the ease of summer with the spirit of the country’s 250th Independence Day. Hosted on Pacific Terrace in an intimate oceanfront setting, the evening features chef-attended stations, generous seasonal offerings, and classic American flavors interpreted through a coastal point of view.

From grilled Wagyu and fresh seafood to lobster, caviar, pies, and curated wine, beer, and whiskey selections, this festive evening offers a thoughtfully composed way to gather by the Pacific before the fireworks begin.

Chef-Driven Featured Stations

• Seafood, shellfish, and caviar bar
• Wagyu charcoal grill
• Dessert station
• Wine and beer bar
• Curated whiskey and whiskey cocktail bar

An intentional workshop designed to bring the body back into quiet alignment, Hormone Harmony invites guests to explore the connection between functional nutrition, daily rhythms, and whole-body wellbeing. Through thoughtful guidance and gentle preparation, guests will learn simple ways to support hormonal balance, elevate mood, and restore a deeper sense of calm, strength, and radiance from within.

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Start the day with oceanfront movement and end it with restorative calm. Our weekly wellness programming includes morning yoga throughout the week, Saturday Yoga Sculpt and Beach Boot Camp, and evening sound baths on Friday and Saturday.

• Morning Movement
• Daily Yoga at 8:00 am
• Saturday Yoga Sculpt at 8:00 am
• Sunday Beach Boot Camp at 9:00 am
• Evening Restoration
• Sound Bath at 6:00 pm every Friday and Saturday

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Rooted in the belief that true wellbeing begins quietly, this thoughtful workshop invites guests to explore the restorative power of anti-inflammatory eating. Guided by functional nutrition principles, guests will discover simple ways to calm the body, restore balance from within, and create a nourishing take-home designed to support lasting vitality, radiance, and ease.

Guests are invited to create a custom body scrub using mineral-rich salts, nourishing oils, and aromatic botanicals. Inspired by the restorative rhythm of Laguna Beach, this sensory experience offers a thoughtful way to connect with the coast and take home a personalized ritual for moments of calm beyond their stay.

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A thoughtful exploration of nourishment from the inside out, this restorative workshop invites guests to reconnect with the body's natural rhythm through functional nutrition, intuitive eating, and gentle culinary creation.
Designed to support digestion, ease inflammation, and awaken a lasting sense of radiance, guests will leave with grounded knowledge and a beautifully crafted take-home ritual to continue the experience beyond Surf & Sand.

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A sunset wellness experience inspired by lunar energy, ocean rhythm, and seasonal intention. Each gathering blends yoga, meditation, ritual, and sound in an evening designed to restore clarity, calm, and connection.

• June 29 | Summer Solstice
• Theme: Renewal & Summer Energy
• Welcome the season with an evening centered on light, renewal, and intention. This Summer Solstice gathering features a sunset oceanfront yoga flow, a guided intention ceremony, journaling and reflection, and a mini sound bath with ocean drums. Guests will also enjoy a Strawberry Rose Moon Elixir as a refreshing close to the experience.
• July 29 | The Buck Moon
• Theme: Strength & Personal Growth
• Inspired by the Buck Moon, this evening focuses on inner strength, clarity, and personal evolution. The experience includes a strength-focused slow flow yoga practice, breathwork for grounding and focus, a cleansing ritual, and guided journaling centered on growth and forward movement. A Blue Moon Elixir offers a thoughtful finishing touch.
• August 28 | The Sturgeon Moon
• Theme: Wisdom & Reflection
• This late summer gathering invites guests into a more introspective evening of stillness and gratitude. Slow moonlight yin yoga, ocean wave sound meditation, and a guided gratitude ritual create space for reflection and calm, while

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Ease into the week with The Sunday Press, a refreshing summer ritual at Aquaterra Spa. Each week, local juicers and kombucha makers will gather for a live juice bar experience, offering seasonal pours, thoughtful tastings, and a closer look at the craft behind each blend.

Designed as a gentle start to the day, the experience invites guests to sample bright, restorative flavors while learning about locally inspired ingredients, fermentation, and the simple pleasures of mindful refreshment. From fresh-pressed juices to effervescent kombucha, The Sunday Press brings together community, wellbeing, and the unhurried rhythm of a Laguna Beach morning.

Complimentary for resort guests and spa members, this weekly offering is a light, nourishing way to begin the day with intention.

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Inspired by the restorative rhythm of Laguna Beach, this guided facial experience invites guests to slow down and reconnect through a thoughtful sequence of professional skincare. Relaxed, sensory, and quietly indulgent, it’s a refined expression of wellbeing by the water.

Includes:

• Welcome drink with coconut water, adaptogens, and collagen
• Guided facial ritual
• Light bites
• Spa mocktails or Champagne

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Inspired by Laguna Beach’s rich creative spirit and the calming rhythm of the ocean, this guided experience invites guests to slow down, settle in, and explore artistic expression in a more mindful way. Through breathwork, meditation, and intuitive painting, guests are encouraged to reconnect with a sense of calm while creating a keepsake shaped by the colors and movement of the sea.

Includes:

• Ocean arrival moment
• Guided meditation
• Mindful art-making
• Reflection and intention setting
• Closing moment

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A playful summer tradition shaped by sun, sand, and the Pacific just steps away, the Sandcastle Building Experience invites guests to slow down and create something by the shore. Hosted on select Saturdays throughout the season, this hands-on experience celebrates the simple joy of time spent together, whether building as a family, collaborating with friends, or simply embracing a little coastal creativity. With Laguna’s natural beauty as the backdrop, guests are invited to gather, dig in, and let
the day unfold at its own easy pace.

Let creativity take the lead at Little Picassos, a playful morning of arts and crafts designed just for kids. Hosted on Bella Vista Terrace, this experience invites young artists to sip from a cozy hot chocolate station, enjoy kid-friendly snacks, and dive into hands-on projects with elevated materials and plenty of imagination. Each child will also receive a Surf & Sand Laguna Beach apron, perfect for taking the fun home.