FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Kathy Anderson, Tourism Manager [email protected] 001-480-588-5507 FASHION ISLAND AND IRVINE SPECTRUM CENTER OFFER SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA VISITORS UNIQUE SHOPPING, DINING & ENTERTAINMENT ENVIRONMENTS Located in California’s world-famous Orange County (The OC), Fashion Island and Irvine Spectrum Center are two of the state’s most distinctive outdoor shopping centers, welcoming millions of visitors from around the world each year. From their stunning architectural designs to their impressive retail and restaurant collections and outstanding entertainment venues and seasonal events, the centers are must-see additions to every traveler’s itinerary. As Newport Beach’s premier coastal shopping experience, Fashion Island features specialty boutiques, world-class department stores and a vast array of restaurants and cafes. Offering a sophisticated, yet relaxed, atmosphere that is distinctively Southern California, the center invites discriminating travelers to discover unique shopping and dining experiences in a coastal resort setting. Views of the Pacific Ocean, iconic palm trees and flora, elegant splashing fountains, artistic sculptures, plush outdoor seating and a sparkling koi pond create the breathtaking ambiance of Fashion Island. A 45-foot, hand-carved granite obelisk fountain, Italian light fixtures and an elaborate Gazebo based on 19th century Italianate cast-iron add to the visual experience. Visitors stroll the Mediterranean-inspired paseos and courtyards to prestigious retailers and restaurants, many of which are found nowhere else in The OC. Irvine Spectrum Center was designed as an energetic destination where visitors can shop, dine and be entertained. Known for its remarkable architecture, the center was inspired by the famous Alhambra, the 13th century citadel overlooking the city of Granada, Spain. Comprised of buildings connected by magnificent courtyards, the center features an exotic blend of classic architecture with a colorful overlay of Spanish details such as tile mosaics and elaborate carvings. Add in the property’s -- more -- colorful landscaping, fountains and ambient nighttime lighting and it’s obvious why the center is one of The OC’s most popular attractions. Both Fashion Island and Irvine Spectrum Center are located approximately one hour south of Los Angeles International Airport and only minutes from Orange County/John Wayne Airport, which offers over 20 non-stop flights into Southern California from throughout the U.S., Canada and Mexico. Travelers enjoy the convenience of this award-winning regional airport, which welcomes passengers from major U.S. gateway cities including Chicago, Atlanta, Newark, Houston, Seattle, San Francisco and more. Complimentary guided tours of the Thomas F. Riley Terminal are available for visitors interested in avionics and aircraft. More information is available at www.ocair.com. A visit to Orange County just isn’t complete without enjoying the wide range of attractions, beaches and amusement parks that set the destination apart, including world-renowned Disneyland and Knott’s Berry Farm. A variety of hotels and resorts are located in close proximity to Fashion Island and Irvine Spectrum Center offering a wide range of services, amenities and transportation to visitors seeking to experience these shopping and dining phenomenons. “The Irvine Company recognizes that travelers have many choices when it comes to shopping and dining while visiting Southern California,” said Christine DuVall, Senior Director, Marketing, Irvine Company Retail Properties. “We’re proud to provide visitors with a distinctive collection of retailers featuring world-class designer brands and California exclusives in addition to an expansive range of restaurants from California casual to upscale, fine dining. Set in amazing outdoor environments, our centers are the epitome of the Southern California experience - something visitors will find nowhere else in the United States,” DuVall added. Both centers offer visitors an array of exclusive offers and amenities from participating retailers and restaurants via the OC Stylish Savings program. Travelers can save hundreds of dollars on shopping and dining from participating retailers and restaurants during their visit. Travel professionals can register for a passcode that can be passed along to clients prior to traveling. The Traveler simply downloads the offers onto their smart phone and presents the page to participating restaurants and retailers to receive their discounts. AAA members and Visa Global or International MasterCard cardholders can simply present an out of state driver’s license or passport at Guest Services to receive a passcode onsite. Multilingual vouchers, which can be exchanged at each center’s Guest Services Desk for OC Stylish Savings offers, are available to travel trade, hotels and attractions upon request by emailing [email protected]. Vouchers are also available online at ShopFashionIsland.com or ShopIrvineSpectrumCenter.com. The OC Dining Card, offered for groups of 12 or more, and shopping packages for group and leisure travelers are available at net rates. Visitors are invited to avail themselves of the many other services and amenities offered through Guest Services, including information about restaurants, stores, events, local attractions, airport shuttles and -- more -- taxi service. Admission tickets to Disneyland® are also available for purchase at Guest Services. Both centers offer convenient valet parking and Fashion Island provides complimentary personal shopping services as well. About Fashion Island As Orange County’s premier coastal shopping experience, Fashion Island features exclusive specialty boutiques, world-class department stores and a diverse assortment of restaurants and cafes. With 15 million visitors a year, Fashion Island offers a sophisticated yet relaxed, resort-like atmosphere that is distinctively Southern California, with pristine views of the Pacific Ocean. Owned by Irvine Company, Fashion Island is home to Nordstrom, Bloomingdale’s, Bloomingdale’s Home Store and Macy’s – in addition to Orange County’s only Neiman Marcus, Nespresso, Urban Decay, Nike, SoulCycle, Trina Turk, Vince, Joie and Halston Heritage. Fashion Island also features acclaimed restaurants such as Sushi Roku, FIG & OLIVE, Red O by Rick Bayless, CUCINA enoteca, Hopdoddy Burger Bar, Lemonade, True Food Kitchen and R+D Kitchen. For more information, please visit ShopFashionIsland.com. About Irvine Spectrum Center Irvine Spectrum Center is one of Southern California’s most popular shopping, dining and entertainment lifestyle destinations, visited by more than 17 million people annually. The center features Nordstrom and Target, along with more than 130 stores, restaurants and entertainment venues, including the country’s most successful Improv Comedy Club, as well as Orange County’s most popular movie theater, a 6,400-seat, 21-screen movie theater with an IMAX screen. Recent additions include: Kona Grill, CREAM, Pressed Juicery, BRIO Tuscan Grille, Del Frisco’s Grille, Umami Burger, TLT Food, and LYFE Kitchen. For more information, please visit ShopIrvineSpectrumCenter.com. # # # .