"On the Orange County coast, a fleet of festively decorated vessels stage a Boat Parade of Lights featuring Christmas-themed photo ops, visits from Santa, and large light installations like the 'Merry Kiss Me' arch and a giant whale sculpture in the harbor; nearby King Harbor runs a similar holiday boat parade in Redondo Beach. Dates and prices: Dana Point event Dec. 13–15, 2024; King Harbor Holiday Boat Parade Dec. 14, 2024. Free entry." - Travel + Leisure Staff