NEWPORT BEACH blog

Newport Beach has been a film inspiration and set for Hollywood since the silent film era to the birthplace of the Real Housewives franchise. We know a thing or two about what makes entertaining TV to binge! We put together…

We get it, family vacations are not one-size-fit-all. Depending on the age of your kids, you’re bound to have completely different experiences from families with tots versus teens. Not to worry, we’ve got you covered with itinerary suggestions that are…

Realizing that a long weekend is upon you is one of life’s small victories—like, finding cash in the pocket of a long-unworn pair of pants. Yes! Now you can finally take that mini vacation with your family. So, plan your…

The end of the year is time for reflection—for looking back at the things we want to renew or change altogether. It’s also a time to savor the special moments and discoveries that made the year unique. Here are the…

If we learned anything from spending the holidays here, it’s this: Newport Beach is the most festive town in the state. We would venture as far as to call it your holiday headquarters. Case in point: the Christmas Boat Parade,…

To visit Balboa Island during the holidays is to be charmed anew. Accessible by car, foot, or ferry, Balboa Island is one of Newport Beach’s most popular destinations year-round, but the holiday season adds an extra element of warmth and…

Here, five Newport Beach chefs share their Thanksgiving Day experiences and some tips for those of us cooking in our own homes. Chef Diego Bernal | Pelican Grill A stickler for high-quality local and seasonal ingredients, Chef Diego Bernal is…

In the midst of all the chaos—cooking, decorating, entertaining guests and running the dishwasher on an hourly basis—that is holiday season, shopping for clothes might be the last thing on your mind. You’ve got a lot on your plate. We…