T he countdown to the first race of the season has begun!  The Del Mar Racetrack will once again open its gates to fans of equestrian sport on July 18th—the 75th annual racing season is about to begin!  Why not make the opening race of this exciting new season something special?  White Rose Limos offers limos to Del Mar for exceptionally affordable elegance—it’s the perfect way to start this season with a special day for you and yours.

It’s more than just horses and betting!

The pageantry, excitement, the hats, and the winnings await as this fun and inexpensive outdoor venue beckons.  It doesn’t matter if you’re a long-time race fan or if you’ve never seen a horse before, the Del Mar racetrack offers a unique experience that everyone will find appealing.  It’s just a fun getaway from the everyday.

The track was originally owned by Bing Crosby (Der Bingle himself) and has remained a vibrant and expanding racetrack even as the sport of equestrian racing has declined around the country.  In fact, attendance has increased every year in the recent past and Del Mar racetrack is more famous than ever.

While most folks come for the horses, you might even spot some celebrities including the eye-catching actress/jockey Chantal Sutherland (voted on of People’s 100 Most Beautiful), Movie legend Kevin Costner, funny man Johnny Knoxville, heartthrob Luke Wilson, or even Uma Thurman. They’ve all been known to frequent the racetrack in the past and opening day is the best time to do a little daytime stargazing.

And guys, if you’re not into the stargazing, you sure could earn some brownie points with your significant other by booking a limo to Del Mar from White Rose Limo.  You can arrive in air-conditioned comfort with a glass of complimentary champagne in your hand and your date on your arm like a celebrity yourself.  The elegant atmosphere of the racetrack itself recalls the golden age of Hollywood but the festive atmosphere tempers the “sophistication”, so it’s far from stuffy.

Don’t forget the kids!  Del Mar has done its best to make the racetrack a family oriented venue as well.  All throughout the 2012 racing season you’ll find events scheduled especially for children—such as the popular “Pizza ‘N’ Ponies” days or the “Daybreak at Del Mar” events.

Even if you’re not planning on attending the opening day of races at Del Mar, it’s worth it to get their calendar of events to plan a special outing sometime later in the season.

From all of us at White Rose Limo, good luck and we’ll see you at the races.

GQ—the clothing and style magazine for men—recently rated Lakers fans the 15th worst in the NBA nation. Don’t believe them. Lakers fans are just a die-hard as any other group and they’re always there to support their team with or without Kobe Bryant. (Love him or hate him, his name has become synonymous with the Lakers and his jersey will be retired high in the rafters of the Staples Center along with other legends who made the Lakers a world-class team).

So why the bad wrap? Because, the article says, the team’s fans don’t show enough enthusiasm. You have to wonder if the author of that piece has ever been to the Staples Center. Sure, the celebrities that sit courtside are more interested in getting their faces on camera than the goings-on on the court (for the most part) but the upper levels are filled to the last buzzer and beyond.

Are you a true Lakers fan—not one of those “fair weather friends?” Why not show your support? Heck, you can even feel a little bit like a movie star yourself by booking a limo to the Staples Center to add your voice in support of your team.

Sure, the Lakers are in a bit of bind at the moment, several of their “star” players are sidelined with minor injuries and Andrew Bynum is causing a bit of a stink, but head coach Mike Brown is still heading for the playoffs. He’s willing to “let the team slip” a couple of places in the Western Conference standings in order to arrive at the post-season play with a fully functional juggernaut of a team.

But will his enthusiasm be enough? If you’re the superstitious type, your presence in the Staples Center crowd might just be what the Lakers need to shake this short run of bad luck and take the title for a repeat of the threepeat.

While you’re at it, why not make an impression? Got kids, family, friends, or business associates you want to impress? White Rose Limo would love to reserve your limo to the Staples Center so you can get your game on.

Not only will you not have to worry about traffic before or after the game, there are complimentary beverages in the back in case you need a little comfort after another infuriating loss. But chin-up! The Lakers still have a solid team and if Kobe can stay off the bench for more than one game they are sure to get back in the running.

We’re ending the mouthwatering month of March posts about food with our vote for the single best Street Food joint in Orange County – Bruxies!

Bruxie Offers something completely unique – everything you could ever want on a waffle! Sweet or savory, this walk-up ex-burger stand at 292 N Glassell St. in Orange has what you’re craving. From traditional treats like strawberry stuffed waffles to the outrageous like hot Parma-imported prosciutto and Gruyere; even seasonal specials like Maine Lobster waffles, Bruxie offers it all. And the best part is that all the basic menu items are under $8.

We often have our customer’s ask to stop in here on their way to or from an event. So don’t be shy. Our chauffeurs would be happy to oblige!

The Best Ethnic Food In Orange County – According to Us

Thai Nokorn Arguably offering some of the best Thai food you’ll find, the Thai Nokorn at 11951 Beach Blvd in Garden Grove is what one reviewer called ‘the closest thing to Bangkok in Orange County.’ Excellent, fresh Thai food prepared to order is on the menu and the staff is extremely fast, friendly, and knowledgeable. One thing you’ll notice is that the food is reasonably priced. Another is that the locals and ethnic Thai’s alike frequent the restaurant as well – so you know it must be good.

Habana The best Cuban food around is served in a bright and lively atmosphere that perfectly exemplifies this island nation at 2930 Bristol St. in Costa Mesa. While the food is on the up side of reasonably priced, the experience is worth a little extra. Authentic favorites from Cuba and all across South America delight the taste buds at every opportunity.

Las Barcas This reasonably priced family-friendly restaurant has some of the best authentic Mexican food in a market saturated with sub-par competitors. Fresh ingredients combined into tacos, burritos, taquitos and more keep people coming back to 21032 Beach Blvd in Huntington Beach.

Last week we shared our favorite Romantic Restaurants in Orange County.  Today we have the top two Steakhouse winners…

Mastros At 633 Anton Blvd in Costa Mesa, Mastros provides the carnivores among us a near-ecstatic experience. They really know how to cook their beef. However, the restaurant has resisted the urge to fall into that false kitschy vibe that so many steakhouses have adopted. They broil and grill good beef, pork, and other meaty offerings to perfection. That’s all. Mastros is a bit on the pricier side but not so far that you’ll have to take out a loan. And if you’d prefer something from the sea, Mastros has recently opened the Ocean Club in Newport Beach.

Tabu Grill 2892 S Coast Highway in Laguna Beach is home to one of the most modern and eclectic eateries in California. It’s a great place to get an excellent cut of beef cooked to order and the Polynesian style is quite eye-catching. Additionally, the pricing of the menu items is a bit lower than other, comparable steakhouses.

Orange County is a sort of melting pot right in the heart of Southern California. There is tons of stuff to do and a multitude of cultures to experience right in one beautiful area. One of the ways that this diverse culture expresses itself is through food. Orange County has some of the best restaurants and eateries in the world. Whether you’re looking for a fancy sit-down Black Tie dinner or a laid back “home cooked” meal in a place you can really let your hair down, your guaranteed to find what you’re looking for right here in Orange County.

Every week during the month of March we are going to feature what we think are among the best OC restaurants in the following categories: Romantic, Steakhouse, Ethnic, and Street Food.  It’s  not just that we love food here at White Rose Limousine, we love talking about food, and so do our customers.  So here’s a compilation of what us foodies think are some great places to eat in Orange County.

Best Elegant/Romantic Dining

The Hobbit Located at 2932 E. Chapman Avenue in Orange, The Hobbit is an intimate little restaurant that provides seven-course meals and has an excellent wine cellar. The Hobbit features French and American cuisine at its finest. The average cost is $100 per head but the experience is definitely worth the price if you’re looking to impress someone special or celebrate a moment in time.

Beachcomber Café Located right on the beach at 15 Crystal Cove in Newport Coast, this reasonably price restaurant offers spectacular ambiance. The menu features fresh seafood among other favorites but it’s the view that really makes this place a romantic hotspot.

Want to really set the mood for your romantic dinner?  Pick her up in an elegant limousine and pour her a glass of champagne while in route. Ask the chauffeur to take the scenic route so you can soak up a few more intimate moments!

Looking for fun and affordable school bus transportation in Orange County? You’re not alone.

Let’s face it teachers, the worst part of any field trip is the ride from the school to wherever you’re going. You cram dozens of kids in a hot, stuffy bus with nothing to do while the chaperons hide in a cluster up front and hope things don’t get too out of hand. Depending on the length of your bus trip, you’re lucky if you only have to discipline the children three or four times . . . but you know it can be a whole lot worse.

The solution is obvious: keep the kids entertained from Point A to Point B. But how do you do that on a boring old yellow bus? You can’t.  That’s why you should rent a party bus from White Rose Limousine in Orange County!

Don’t let the name fool you, these buses are about more than partying. You can use the technology that White Rose has installed in all of their party buses to make any field trip fun and educational. These buses are equipped with climate control, sound systems, and flat screen television monitors that you can use to educate while you motivate. And the interiors are swanky enough to make the kids feel special just by riding in them.

Heading to the Discovery Museum in Santa Anna? Why not pop in a DVD about dinosaurs or tectonics? This place is always changing exhibits and offers a fun and educational stop for grade school-aged children.

Maybe the Orange County Zoo is more your class’s speed. On the way there the kids can watch a nature video on the TV about the animals they’re going to see and on the way back you can quiz them over the sound system about what they saw.

And for older kids or class trips that are a little more of a reward than educational your students will ride in comfort and safety (and be less prone to get antsy) while feeling like they’re getting extra special treatment.

White Rose Limousine offers a variety of charter buses ranging from 27 passenger models (with individual seat, not bench-type) up to 45 passenger buses with a wide variety of accessories, interiors, and designs. They’re all offered at special rates to schools and educators.

And don’t worry about the driving. Our drivers are professionally licensed motor coach operators with years of experience under their belts so you can feel safe about riding with us.

We offer school bus transportation to all of Orange County and would be delighted to hear from educators or administrators from school districts in:

• Santa Ana
• Anaheim
• Newport
• Los Alamitos
• Irvine
• Laguna Beach
• La Habra
• Ocean View
• Garden Grove
• Fullerton
• Huntington Beach

So don’t let your next field trip of class trip turn into a day of chaos and boredom for your students. Spice it up right from the moment they step on the bus with a rental from White Rose Limousine. Wouldn’t a peaceful ride be a refreshing change for you too?

Valentine’s Day is right around the corner and instead of scrambling for fun and romantic ideas at the last minute this year, why not plan ahead and make the day one your significant other will never forget? And, when you come up with fun ideas for Valentine’s Day you’ll be the hero and earn “Brownie Points” for the rest of the year.

The last thing you want to do is go with the same old, same old. Great Valentine’s Day gifts like flowers and chocolates are nice, jewelry is even better, but year after year they lose some of their luster. Spice it up! When you make the night romantic the Valentine’s Day gifts mean so much more – make them mementos of a night not soon forgotten! Start off with a limo ride to your favorite restaurant, the place where you first met, the movie theater you went to on your first date – the special personal venues are endless.

Show up in style in a beautifully appointed limousine and build up from there. Add flowers, chocolates, or jewelry along the way, toss in a little romantic music over the sound system, maybe some champagne and you’re off to a good start.

But the thought is what counts so why not go a little out of the box. Instead of a dozen roses, why not a bouquet of sweet smelling tropical flowers, artfully crafted wooden roses (which last so much longer) or even electroplated flowers (that’s right, metal-dipped flowers that will last a lifetime!) And for jewelry, unless your someone special is a stickler for diamonds, try pearls, they’re unique, come at a wide variety of price points, and “go” with almost anything from formal dress to casual. If not pearls, then perhaps a unique and colorful tourmaline (it’s only found two places in the United States – California and Maine).

Still stuck for ideas as far as the venue goes? Well, check back soon for some fantastic recommendations you can’t go wrong with.

The coastal town of Newport Beach is known for its seaside recreation and boasts one of the largest harbors in California with over 900 personal watercraft bobbing in the bright blue ocean.  It’s a beautiful city with tons to offer the adventurous explorer (or even the casual weekend getaway artist).  White Rose Limousine offers a variety of limos in Newport Beach to make your trip extra special.

But it’s not all about the boats.  Newport is also home to the Orange County Museum of Art – full of some of the most interesting post-modern art around and a great stop for the kids as well – the Newport Sports Museum – a guy’s dream museum if ever there was one – and, of course, the beach itself.

However, if you or your wife prefers something a little more upscale, Balboa Island is just a short ferry ride away.  This manmade island (actually three interconnected smaller islands) is host to dozens of upscale shops and boutiques as well as some world class restaurants and interesting street food vendors (fancy a chocolate banana?).  Balboa Island is small enough, and quaint enough, to explore on foot and because many of the houses were built back in the thirties and forties, the island has an overwhelming “lost in time” feel.

So whether you want to get out and enjoy the sun, do a little sport fishing, or find a romantic hideaway for the weekend, Newport Beach can accommodate.  But what would put the icing on the cake?

How about first-class treatment with your own private limousine?  White Rose Limousine offers affordable limousines in a variety of sizes and styles to fit your needs.  Popping off to Newport Beach for a fishing weekend on a charter boat with the boys or maybe taking the family for a whale watching tour?  Maybe you’re just taking the wife (or husband) away from work for a couple of days to one of the romantic seaside hotels or quaint bed & breakfasts.  We have a car for you that will make a big impression.

All of our limos in Newport Beach feature climate control, LCD video screens, complimentary bars, and luxurious accommodations so you can relax, ride in style, enjoy a beverage, and start your trip the right way.  We’ll pick you up at John Wayne Airport and whisk you away to this seaside escape or anywhere else you desire.

Have a large party or a corporate group?  That’s not a problem either.  We have party and limousine buses available as well.

Party buses in Huntington Beach provide the best (and safest) way for you and your friends to enjoy a night out on Huntington’s active Main Street.  Have fun, cut loose, and let us do the driving!

Huntington Beach is famous for sun, surf, and the longest concrete pier in the United States.  It’s a great place to come, relax, and enjoy the California sun without the hassles you find at places like Redondo and Hermosa (which is overpopulated by frat boys on Friday and Saturday nights).

After a long day on the beach surfing (or watching the surfers that Huntington Beach is famous for) the best way to unwind and relax is to hit the strip along Main Street.  There are so many bars and nightclubs along that stretch of pavement that anybody can find something that suits their style.  From the Aloha Grill (famous for its signature drink:  The Rainbow) to Hurricanes, you can soak up the tropical feel of Huntington Beach with a cool cocktail in hand.

But be warned, Huntington Beach has a very active police force.  In fact, it’s a little bit infamous for how hard they crack down on suspected DUIs.

That’s why the best way to experience the nightlife is to rent party buses in Huntington Beach.  That way you get to the traditional “Pub Crawl” while riding in style.  White Rose Limo offers 30 and 40 passenger party buses in Huntington Beach and the surrounding areas – perfect for getting a group of friends together and taking on the town.  (Bachelor and bachelorette parties will never be the same!)

The stereo system, disco and fiber optic lighting make these party buses rolling nightclubs.  To top off the décor, look for the complimentary bar and poles for dancing and don’t forget to check out the private VIP rooms in the back.  You might have more fun on the bus than on the strip!