The Newport Beach Hotel and Suites is the best luxury hotel in the city with its view facing the beach and is extremely charming and sophisticated. The water views from the hotel are simply unbelievable, with the Newport Beach and the Cliff Walk in the north and the Newport pond along with the habitation of birds in the south.

The Island Hotel is an AAA diamond hotel that is located in the heart of the city and boasts of some exceptional cuisines that they offer for dinner along with unprecedented quality in terms of service.

The Fairmont Newport Beach hotel is a complete extravaganza of luxury and architecture with excellent services in the spa, apart from being an ideal destination for weddings and a shopper’s paradise.

The Balboa Bay Club & Resort has illustrious scenic beauty owing to its location, coupled with fabulous water surroundings. It boasts of being the sole full-service waterfront hotel in Newport Beach.

The Holiday Inn Express Newport Beach Hotel is the perfect destination to enjoy a vacation with exciting beaches, unbelievable service and loads of energy on the coasts.

Marina Boat Rentals is the den of the biggest fleet of rental boats available having maximum diversification. One can relax in the wonderful homes and yachts of the bays in watercrafts that derive power from electricity or gas. One can test his/her skills in sport fishing in the Boston Whaler. One can pilot his/her own boat which can simply double the fun element.

Easton’s Beach is located adjacent to the Cliff Walk and boasts of activities such as picnic pavilion, snack bar, beach store with souvenirs, bathhouse, outdoor skateboard park, summer concerts, seasonal carousel, and “Exploration Center”. There is a live band that performs on Family Night every Tuesday.

After sunset, there is dawn of nightlife in Newport Beach. People sit in the bars and pubs and enjoy chilled beers, martinis, and pinot noirs with their friends and colleagues. The main pub of this destination is the Sharkeez which serves beverages in full flow. Other notable destinations for nightlife are The Beach Ball, boasting of the most happening crowd in town; Blackie’s By The Sea, Mutt Lynch’s, showcasing the best sporting events on televisions and the Blue Beet, where jazz is always being performed live.

Some of the most popular water sports in Newport Beach include swimming, triathlon, snorkeling, diving off springboards and waboba. A lot of people indulge in scuba diving with the use of breathing apparatus. Jet skiing, kite surfing, para sailing and skim boarding are some of the unique water and beach activities boasted by this beautiful beach.

Basically, Newport Beach, California is among the best beaches in the world with a lot of life among the people and tourists, along with an extravagant display of some out-of-the-world sporting and beach activities any beach can offer; coupled with some of the best hotels and resorts in the world.

There are lots of recreational activities available to tourists and residents of Corona del Mar Beach. The Sherman Library and Gardens is a botanical and horticultural delight with an extensive vegetation collection including rare cacti, forty year old ferns and a tropical conservatory. The Library also has a complete history of the area with thousands of books and pamphlets. The Sherman Library and Gardens has been called “Two acres of beauty” by those who have visited the retreat. Over 150 volunteers work thousands of hours a year to help tend the flower beds, work in the greenhouse and garden shop.

Several beaches line this seaside community, such as Crystal Cove State Park and Big Corona State Beach. Crystal Cove State Park is a popular site for those interested in hiking, horseback riding or water sports. One unusual feature of the park is the offshore water area which has been designated as an underwater park. Visitors to the park can spend the day fishing, hiking or scuba diving and then camp at one of the three campgrounds in the evening. The park offers a complete adventure for outdoor enthusiasts.

Big Corona State Beach stretches a half mile wide and is a traditional beach area with volleyball players, sunbathers, surfers and divers. It is framed by cliffs and a rock jetty giving visitors a beautiful backdrop to their Pacific Ocean experience. Although Corona del Mar is a small community located within Newport Beach, it is almost as if it is a village of its own. The community receives its municipal services from the City of Newport Beach but has its own chamber of commerce and residents can receive mail addressed to Corona del Mar if they live in the 92625 zip code.

Since the community is located within Newport Beach, residents or visitors can take advantage of all that Newport Beach has to offer as well. There is something delightful about being able to live or stay in a small, beautiful seaside community yet travel a short distance to experience other cultural and recreational pursuits.

Interiors are planned well keeping in mind both comforts and aesthetic needs of the guests at this hotel. Bathrooms attached to each of these hotel rooms have excellent fittings, making bathing a luxurious experience. Each room also has a high-speed Internet connection and a refrigerator. Apart from these, a coffee maker, a DVD player, a safe, and a movie player are also available in every room. The flat screen television set that is present in every room makes it a pleasure to watch television programs. The safe is large enough to hold the laptop in the absence of the guest. A maid is sent twice to each room for any cleaning and other help that the guest may need. This does not mean that the guest cannot request for additional service. The hotel does not charge for shining shoes. Guests can also select which newspapers they would like to be sent to them. Valet service is also offered at this hotel.

The First Cabin Restaurant forms part of this hotel complex. The interiors of this restaurant are simple and elegant yet very impressive. This restaurant is large enough to simultaneously offer tables for private dining, social events, as well as some business luncheons. Chef Josef Lagender plans the menu, keeping in mind the tastes that every guest would relish. Guests can also customize their order selecting any continental, traditional, and modern fare suiting their tastes. Selected Californian wines as well as some French Champagne are offered as compliments. The hotel also has a bar and lounge called the Duke’s Place.

There are several large conference rooms for meetings and functions. These cover an area of almost 17,000 square feet. In all, there are 10 meeting rooms to choose from, apart from the Grand ballroom, which is really large. Many of these meeting rooms have a terrace attached to them. Almost all of them offer picturesque view of the bay. The hotel also has large enough well maintained grounds overlooking the sea and sailboats. These are suitable for weddings and other social events. Balboa Bay Club undertakes organizing the arrangements for such events, and allocates staff exclusively for such events so that these special occasions are a grand success.

All these facilities and amenities make Balboa Bay Club an ideal option for staying during any visit to Newport Beach.

The beach here offers ample privacy because of a mountainous terrain that lines it. This terrain makes it difficult to commercialize the beach excessively keeping it secluded yet lively. Seawater here has dark and light shades of blue. Some white waves travel on these colors before hitting the coast. The view is truly panoramic and inviting. Some of these waves swell making them ideal for surfers. As the evening sets in it is the orange sunsets that take the breath away. These seem all the more picturesque because of tall dark palm trees all around. Late evenings are filled with exciting nightlife. The streets are well lit giving them a stunning appearance.

Newport Beach also offers all modern amenities that people are accustomed to or desire such as shopping malls, boutiques, entertainment options, medical facilities, schools and colleges, boating facilities, sports facilities, restaurants, art museums, etc. The city also holds art shows and film festivals. These are the reasons for a higher concentration of rich and famous people living here.

Because the place finds favor with the rich, cost of living is considerably higher than in other cities. Newport Beach homes would be termed as luxury homes because of the stylish interiors and exteriors, and of course, the cost. The median cost of a home in this city is one of the highest in the country, but so is the median family income.

The average cost of a home in Newport Beach is about $1 million. Considering the fact that average family income is about $200,000, this does not seem very high. But there are other homes, apartments, and condos as well suiting to different budgets. Prices also vary as per localities, size of the accommodation, furnishing, amenities, etc. Therefore, a house in Corona Del Mar would cost anywhere between $250,000 to $800,000. Homes in San Joaquin Hills are available in the range of $700,000 to $900,000. Houses in Newport Coast and Crystal Cove are still costlier. They would cost anywhere between $600,000 and $5,000,000. A few homes also cost as high as $17,000,000. Professionals manage and maintain most of these homes, making it easier for the residents to get their problems attended to.

Homes in Newport Beach also fetch good rental income, so investing in a home here would be equally rewarding. Again rental income varies as per type of accommodation, i.e., condos, apartments and homes, locality, size of the accommodation, furnishing and amenities. Rents can be paid annually or monthly. A single-family home near Newport pier would fetch about $5,500 per month, while an apartment could fetch $2,400 pm.

So if living or owning a home close to the coast is what dreams are made of, Newport Beach might just be that place provided the finances permit it.

For example, the top-rated hotel in Newport Beach, California, is also very affordable: it is a small, family-owned lodging called the Bay Shores Peninsula Hotel. The staff is warm and friendly, the hotel is right on the beach, and there is a miles-long boardwalk that stretches down the scenic shoreline. Rooms are super clean, bright, and adorned with modern artwork. Amenities include water-sport accessories, towels, and beach chairs. It is located only five minutes walking distance from all of best shopping and dining opportunities.

If your budget is a bit more tight, but you still want access to the great area attractions of Newport Beach, you may want to look into the Pine Knot Motel, just a couple of blocks off of the water. This is a “mom-and-pop” style motel, very simple and basic, yet a place to hang your hat and bag at the end of a day filled with sightseeing and sun.

Another option on the lower end of the budget scale includes the Motel 6 located about three miles off the water. If you have your own transportation, this is a very affordable place to stay, with all of your sightseeing destinations just minutes away. This Motel 6 has been re-decorated with ultra-modern furnishings, is clean, and is a great place from where to embark on your daily adventures. It also includes the convenience of on-site launderette, vending machines, and an area filled with visitor information. You’ll be able to relax in the pool if you prefer it to the sea shore.

No matter your budget or vacation style, there is a wide variety of accommodations, from motels to hotels, to fit your wallet and your dreams. You can choose a room that is set in a resort where you can focus your entire vacation, or book a room simply for overnight lodgings. Either way, you will have a lot of variety to choose from, and a wonderful vacation destination to explore.

First of all pick a location you truly like to be. I know this sounds extremely simple but more often than not people do what is simply affordable and then are miserable afterward. Sounds ridiculous but affordability is a very important factor and because of this people tend to lose sight of what they originally pictured as their own “paradise”.

For example if you decided to originally stay at Newport Beach, but you find the rent to be way above your limit, thus you change your standards and in the end are unsatisfied with your choice and yet still desire your wonderful trip to Newport Beach.

Speaking from my own experience I must say that the second most important thing to consider when you are making a plan of your ideal beachfront vacation home is to consider the people who will be joining you and plan accordingly. This sounds slightly confusing, but listen carefully because it will make a great deal of sense. If you are planning to go with a family of four or five you don’t want a small little villa in the middle of a great big island.

Instead of enjoying yourself in your neat vacation home you are going to be simply wanted to wish you never collected the money to buy it. On the flip side, you do not want to have this huge villa with only you and your significant other. The large space, and openness may prove to separate you from your love way more than you anticipated.

These are all simple things that everyone should consider when renting a beachfront home, or any home for that matter. The bottom line is, after considering everything; you want to be comfortable on your vacation. I know from experience how things can be easily overturned when something very simple was ignored. When in doubt always remember the words of your mother, and choose wisely!

You’ll find multiple sites online where you can easily compare amenities, locations, and prices. When investigating your rental, look for bargains in the off-season – in Newport Beach this means January – March. Once you’ve decided when to travel, ask yourself – and the homeowner or manager – the following questions:

Location – get a good idea of exactly where the home is. Ask for pictures showing the area surrounding the rental, too. How close are the neighbors? How far away are the closest shops and restaurants? Ask to see its location on a local map, too.

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Transportation – will you need to rent a car or is public transportation readily available? Bedrooms – how many and how many beds are available? Bathrooms – how many? Furniture – is the home fully furnished – including outdoor furniture, if applicable?

Ambiance – Is it quiet and private? Amenities – such as a swimming pool, Jacuzzi, Cable TV, DVD player, stereo, telephone or cell phone, Internet, air conditioning, mosquito screens, etc.

Lighting – I like to read in bed, are there bedside lamps?

Guest services – is there maid service, pool maintenance, gardener, laundry service, garbage collection etc? Are there luxury services available, such as in–home massage, beauty services, private chefs, etc?

Medical care – in case of emergencies, is there a clinic or doctor on call?

The welcome you receive upon your arrival is equally important. A good property management company or landlord will be at the home to greet you, give you keys, and show you through the home. They should also be available 24/7 should any problems arise. Will they stock the fridge for you in case you are arriving late in the day? They should be able to help plan tours, give info on the best restaurants, sites of interest, etc.

Doing some planning ahead of time will help ensure the very best experience in your Newport Beach vacation home!

1. Location And Price Of The Surf Camp.

The location and price of the surf camp are two practical things to consider. Depending on where you are vacationing, some surf camps are located within the busy tourist area. In fact, some hotels will even host their own camps, while other surf facilities are along popular beaches, with others operating in less populated areas.

The price of a surf camp can vary depending on what level of lesson(s) you want, how long the lessons last, who is giving the lessons, and the cost of equipment rental, if not included in the fee. Surf camps can range anywhere from $60 per student to over $500+ per student, depending on what level of instruction you select, lesson structure, and length of camp (day or overnight).

2. How Long The Surf Camp Has Been In Operation.

Some surf camps appear one day and seem to disappear then next. This is seen quite a bit in popular and unregulated tourist beach locations. You should find out how long the camp has been in operation, and its track record. Avoid any surf camps that are not well established. In the U.S., you can locate surf camps by state and county at surfcampsearch.com, and get information on camper staff ratios, age groups, counselor information, and any accreditation by certifying organizations, such as the American Camp Association or YMCA. An example of one camp in the Newport Beach, California area is the Newport Surf School, which is a well- established camp with history, testimonials, and private lessons.

3. The Experience Of The Surf Camp Instructors/Counselors.
Just like anything else, you should find out how much experience the surf camps instructors have in actual surfing and teaching. You want to avoid camps that have young or inexperienced surf instructors. Just because someone knows how to surf does not make them a good instructor. All instructors should know ocean safety guidelines, and water rescue procedures.

4. Safety Rating Of The Surf Camp.

Another important factor to consider is the safety rating of the surf camp. If you can, call the camp facility, and talk with their customer service representative to find out about their safety procedures and requirements, what type of life jackets or personal flotation devices are available, and if the staff and instructors are trained in basic first aid and CPR. If you have children who want to participate, you should find out if they offer classes with other children in similar age groups, or provide one on one instruction. For new surfers, it is usually recommended to take some private classes so you can learn the proper techniques directly from a certified instructor.

5. The Surf Camp Reviews and Feedback.

Some of the best ways to find out about the performance of a surf camp is to ask your hotel concierge, check with the Better Business Bureau, look at online review sites such as Yelp.com or yahoo.local.com, or talk with people who live in the area. You can even find local surfers on the beaches in the area who will give you their recommendations. This is one of most direct ways to get a good referral since the local surfers will know the best surf schools, and surfing instructors.

About The Author:
Jane Warren is a water sports enthusiast who participates in swimming, diving, boating, sailing, waterski tubing, and just about anything else related to those sports. She spends 6 months of the year at the beach in Grand Cayman, or other natural water locations. During that time, Jane has plenty of opportunity to enjoy the water, and always has plenty of friends and family who visit, and want to be out on the boat, riding around or being more active!

Out of this love of water sports, Jane developed the website TowableTubesDirect.com where she provides information and reviews on water sports equipment including towable tubes, skis, kayaks, wakeboards, and water trampolines. Some of the brands she has reviewed include Sportsstuff, Airhead, Aquaglide, and Rave Sports. One of the most popular boat ski tubes this season is the Big Slice, a great tube for 2 riders, of all ages.

Before you leave, pack wisely. If you will be visiting the famous beaches of North Star, Little Corona del Mar, or China Cove, be sure to remember your swimsuit and beach towel.

If packing for a shopping excursion, you can either choose the dress for success look (dress shoes or heeled sandals), or plan for a shopping marathon (sport shoes or tennis shoes). You will have your choice of shopping centers. Fashion Island is an icon, so that would be a good one for your to-do list. If you have time, you could also go to Bayside Center, Westcliff Plaza, Lido Village, Newport Hills, or Harbor View. You might also really enjoy shopping on Balboa Island and in Corona del Mar.

If you are traveling to Newport Beach because your boss wants to transfer you, bring some bags of money in your suitcase, too. Since it’s paradise, there is a price tag attached– over a million dollars for condos, and over $2.1M for a single family detached home. Even rentals are more than $1,500 per month.

Which airport you fly into for your Newport Beach visit will be your choice. You might get a cheaper fare flying into LAX, but oh the traffic! Los Angeles International is 34.5 miles away, but it could be slow-going to get down to Orange County after arrival. Other L.A. area airport options include Long Beach, Ontario, and Burbank.

Another possibility is to fly to an airport further away, and then make the drive into Newport Beach part of your visit. Las Vegas sounds like it’s far away from the California coast, but it’s really only 231.5 miles. Even scenic Santa Barbara is only 122.9 miles of a drive after arrival towards the south. Palm Springs might be another choice, particularly if you want to play golf there first. San Diego is an excellent choice, as you can then drive the 74.9 miles north to Newport Beach.

By far the most convenient option is to arrive only 4.8 miles away at the Orange County Airport. Be careful as you board your plane to California. Sometimes they’ll say your flight is leaving for Santa Ana, sometimes they’ll say John Wayne Airport, and sometimes they’ll say Orange County or SNA. It’s all the same place.

If you are renting a car for your visit, beware. Some rental companies have offices in the terminal and some car rental firms are off-site. If you are a smart shopper, you can get your car from one of the in-terminal companies at no added cost. From the baggage area, walk through on the same level to where the rental companies are. This is a beautifully tiled area with large tan tiles. Atop a grand foundation of tiles you will see the statue of the Duke himself, John Wayne. (This is a great spot for a photo!)

Now, in order to get to your rental vehicle, you will have to cross the street and go to the parking garage. Wow- check it out– the street crossing has audio as well as visual “walk” and “don’t walk” instructions. This is fantastic if you are visually impaired.

The adventure of getting to your rental car continues on the other side of the street. You have to go down the elevator to the lower level. This is where the chaos begins. It’s a noisy, densely packed area of several rental companies. When you exit in your rental vehicle, just go very slowly, as you may be asked to make your way through tight spaces with sharp turns.

As you leave the airport on Airport Way, you may be taking MacArthur Blvd next– watch out! If your Mapquest directions say to turn right on MacArthur, be sure to do that. There are two lanes of traffic that go off to the left there; it would be easy to follow the crowd and end up miles and miles and miles from the beach! If this happens to you, simply turn around. Retrace your way back to the airport and you will now be going in the proper direction.

The nice thing about the Newport area, is that everything is relatively close once you arrive. In no time at all, you will be at your hotel enjoying the best of California weather and scenery. Have fun!

Newport Beach is one of the most exclusive areas to live in Southern California. It’s home to almost any different water activity that you can think of and the weather is great year round. There are hundreds of restaurants that you can choose from to eat at and many high end realtors that make for great shopping. The most popular neighborhoods to own property include Corona del Mar, Mariner’s Mile, Balboa Island, and the Balboa Peninsula. However, the great weather and atmosphere will set you back a pretty penny. Beachfront condos and homes range anywhere from $700,000 to $17 million.

While it is incredibly expensive to get into Newport Beach, the fact that it is home to some of the richest people in the area makes the property prices relatively stable overall. While you might find a few, you won’t find large-scale foreclosure that you will in other communities.

But this isn’t to say that there won’t be problems affecting Newport Beach property prices in the near future. Because the homes are so expensive in the area, most people that are going to buy them need to qualify for jumbo loans from lending institutions. However, these have gotten increasingly difficult to obtain since the beginning of the credit crunch. Buyers may have to wait longer to buy because they will need a larger down payment or might not even qualify because of stricter lending practices. This will put a damper on the amount of people able to buy and affect property prices at least somewhat.

If you think you want to buy property in Newport Beach, the best thing that you can do is to get in contact with a realtor in the area that can be trusted. A realtor should help you with their knowledge of the area and which neighborhoods are the best ones to buy in and also should be able to help you understand your financing options. Realtors also have a lot of resources that they can use to put you in touch with sellers and provide some due diligence

If you can afford it, Newport Beach is a great place to own property. The market is stable and the atmosphere the area offers is unmatched. Just make sure that you know what you are doing and get in touch with a trustworthy realtor first.