TRAVEL DESK
The WCEP Travel Desk is the place to find your destination for FUN around Southern California. Find local hotels, airport and car rental, shuttles, amusement parks, entertainment venues, SoCal beaches, hot spots, and local eateries. 
AIRPORTS
The closest and most convenient airport is Orange County (SNA), which are just 2 exits down the 405 Fwy. We suggest that you make arrangements for your flight in and out of Orange County (SNA). If you are NOT staying the host hotel, most local hotels have complimentary shuttle service from SNA airport. A full array of car rental agencies are on hand to help you with your transportation needs.
Additionally, Long Beach (LGB), Los Angeles International Air Port (LAX) and LA / Ontario International Air Port (ONT) are within driving distance should you choose an alternate airport. Please note that these airports will not have complimentary shuttle service to the host hotel (OC/CM Hilton).
HOTELS
The first annual West Coast Event and Balloon Arts Convention will be held at the Orange Country / Costa Mesa Hilton located on Bristol Street across from South Coast Plaza in Costa Mesa, CA.
Hosting Hotel:
Orange County / Costa Mesa Hilton - 3050 Bristol Street, Costa Mesa, California, 92626. (Click for a map)
Tel: 1-714-540-7000
Fax: 1-714-540-9176
More Local Hotels:
WEATHER
Weather here is TOTALLY AWESOME in Orange County. We have a mild Mediterranean climate. So bring your sunscreen and sunglasses along with a great big smile.
