Newport Beach: in the viewfinder
The latest and greatest on the best beach town in SoCal
Newport Beach is More Than Just a Beach Town – 7 Beach-free Activities
A beach day isn’t the only way to live it up in Newport Beach. In fact, there is loads more to see and do in this city-sized playground. Who needs the cold waters of the Pacific when you have an endless supply of restaurants, shops, hikes, vistas, and entertainment all at your fingertips? Our advice: skip the salt and sand and soak up the fun that’s waiting beyond the beach.
5 Newport Beach Vacation Homes that are Close to Everything in Town!
A vacation in Newport Beach means ditching the car and exploring the town on foot or on bike. This town is insanely accessible, which makes it the perfect vacation destination if you’re looking to unwind and forget the woes of traffic and city-life. Of the over 1,400 vacation homes in Newport Beach, we’ve located our five favorites that will keep you close to the action. These vacation rentals let you wake up, walk out your door, and be whisked away on an adventure of sun, fun, and – of course! – lots of great food.
Best Live Music Venues in Newport Beach
Only in Southern California can you find a plethora of outdoor venues for enjoying music in perfect year-round weather. Newport Beach is uniquely located next to some of the best venues for this al fresco music experience.
5 Budget-Friendly Newport Beach Vacation Rentals Just Steps from the Sand
With the world reopening, travel bucket lists are longer than ever. There’s just too many places to see and explore! But travel is expensive and our wallets can only handle so much. Here’s one timeless trick that will allow you to say “yes” to all the travel on your bucket list: budget! Because lodging is the most expensive travel item, booking a bargain vacation home will help your travel fund go a lot further! We found four bargain vacation rentals in Newport Beach that are cheap but also outrageously charming so you can save money and see the world!
5 Things You Have to do this Summer in Reopened Newport Beach
After the shutdowns of 2020 and the onslaught of cancelled flights, trips, concerts, and vacations, we’re ready to summer like we’ve never summered before! And with Orange County now reopening its doors, we cannot wait to fill our calendars with these favorite family events that simply scream summer!
Hotel or Vacation Home? If You’re Staying in Newport Beach, We Have the Answer
We can all agree that hotel living is hard to beat. But there’s also those unforgettable getaways in one-of-a-kind AirBnBs that will top any indulgent hotel stay. Both types of vacation styles have their pros and cons, their risks and rewards. In Newport Beach, though, there’s a clear winner. Always. The one and only way to experience Newport Beach is by staying in a vacation home.
5 Essentials You Have to Pack for your Summer 2021 Beach Trip
A summer beach trip is timeless, a rite of passage for us as kids and then as adults with our own kids. But while soaking up the sun and splashing in the waves hasn’t changed a bit, the beach gear now available for coastal getaways sure has! As lifelong locals in SoCal’s Newport Beach, we’ve found that these 5 upgraded gadgets take beach days to a whole new level!
5 Vacation Homes in Newport Beach that Will Sweep You Off Your Feet
There are over 1,400 vacation homes in Newport Beach. Each cottage, bungalow, and villa is unique, and while that is part of Newport’s charm, it also means that finding the perfect vacation rental for you and your family can be tricky. That’s why we scoured the town for the best of the best. We assessed homes based on their location, layout, price, and overall ambiance for the Newport Beach getaway of your dreams.
Newport Beach’s Fun Zone is a One-Spot-Entertains-All Destination
At the very end of the Newport Beach peninsula you’ll find a little place with a whole lot of fun, aptly named The Fun Zone. First built in the 1930’s, the Fun Zone has been owned and operated by local families for decades and has been a favorite beach destination for just as long. Today, you can still find activities here to dazzle any age. Here are some of our favorite places to play, eat, and shop at the Balboa Fun Zone.
Newport Beach’s Local Foodie Favorites You Won’t Find on Yelp
Forget marketing on social media. Word of mouth is all these restaurants need to keep a loyal local fan base. And we’re dishing out the secret spots that keep the Newport locals the happiest and best fed crew in all of Southern California.
6 Reasons Why Lido Marina Village is the Spot to Shop in Newport Beach this Summer!
Tucked away in Newport Beach is Lido Marina Village, a center of shops and restaurants along a charming brick lane with a waterfront view. It’s everything you could ever want in a summer shopping spree. Skip the crowds and congestion of Rodeo Drive and escape to the chic and relaxed Newport shopping scene.
Why this Year’s Newport Beach Restaurant Week is Set to be the Best One Yet
Newport Beach is known for their exceptional cuisine. And the city’s annual Restaurant Week highlights the depth and diversity of its many restaurants with killer deals and pre-fixe meals all over the city. It’s no wonder, then, that this annual event has grown in popularity and prestige at breakneck speeds.
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