Fun in Anaheim

By on Oct 2, 2015 in News

The Fall 2015 Yardi Advanced Solutions Conference, or YASC for short, is coming to Anaheim OYASC_horizontal_logo_twitterctober 7-9, 2015. For the third consecutive year, the Fall 2015 YASC will be hosted at the Hilton Anaheim, located in Orange County near the Anaheim Convention Center.

YASC Anaheim is projected to be one of the largest conferences to date, with an estimated 1,800 clients and 300 staff in attendance. The conference focuses on advanced software training, product updates, and exploring important industry topics. This year YASC will offer clients 200+ courses to choose from including courses tailored for IT professionals, executives, property managers, property owners, office staff, and trainers.

Along with the YASC courses, general sessions, and scheduled entertainment, we wanted to share a few local attractions that may interest clients visiting Orange County. Whether this is your first visit to the West Coast, or your tenth, we hope these opportunities will enrich your experience while at YASC.

  1. Disneyland Park and Disney’s California Adventure Park

Disneyland Park is celebratinDisney California Adventureg its Diamond 60th Anniversary in style. You won’t want to miss Sleeping Beauty’s Castle, which has been transformed into a Diamond-studded classic. The year-long celebration features special parades, programs, and a dazzling fireworks display in the evening. In addition to celebrating its 60th Anniversary, parts of the park will be in festive fall spirit. Special events, including family-friendly Halloween events, happen throughout the park in the month of October. Head over to the Haunted Mansion and Space Mountain to experience spooky and fun seasonal activities.

Disney’s California Adventure Park offers the attractions, dining, shopping, and entertainment of Disneyland, but with extended park hours. The new Cars Land area is a fun and interactive part of the park where guests can race into the world of Pixar’s Cars movie. Dining options abound, with a variety of California-themed eateries, such as the Alfresco Tasting Terrace which provides a lounge-style dining experience with great views of the park. A California Adventure must-see is the World of Color nighttime water and color show. It will not disappoint!

  1. Downtown Disney District

Downtown Disney offers dining, shopping, entertainment, and a movie theater for visitors to enjoy. With free admission and just a short distance from the Hilton Anaheim, Downtown Disney is a great way to enjoy the magic of Disney without entering the parks. Also located within the Downtown Disney District, visitors can enjoy the nighttime delta-inspired dining and jazz music found at the House of Blues, Anaheim. Sports-minded guests hoping to catch a game can also find a number of live games and dining options at the ESPN Zone.

  1. Medieval Times

Located in the neighboring city of Buena Park, Medieval Times offers guests a dining and entertainment experience fit for royalty. Be transported back to the time of knights and royal courts with a live-action jousting and skills tournament and a feast with fellow guests. Medieval Times is a fun and interactive experience for knights and maidens of all ages.

  1. Orange County Zoo

Located on wilderness land inside Irvine Regional Park, the zoo offers a small taste of the wildlife and plants native to the southwestern United States. Just a short drive from the Hilton Anaheim, the zoo offers interactive exhibits that are walkable and take just a few short hours to see. A beautiful preserve located within a picturesque park in Orange County.

  1. Anaheim GardenWalk

A lively area for shopping, dining, and entertainment, the Anaheim GardenWalk is located within walking distance of the Hilton Anaheim. Enjoy a variety of restaurants, bars, boutique shops, and a bowling alley! This is a great location to meet up after a day of trainings or to host a team outing.

For a full listing of local attractions and points of interest, YASC attendees are encouraged to download the YASC app, available in the Google Play store and the Apple App store. Follow our social media channels for conference news, events, and information. Be sure to tag your photos on social media with the YASC Anaheim event hashtag, #YASCSC!