NEWPORT BEACH blog

Before social media, auto responders, and email blasts, before twitter and facebook, people connected either by picking up the phone or in person, face-to-face. Regardless of how tech-savvy our world has become, face-to-face meetings are the most effective way to…

Now celebrating its 108th year, the Newport Beach Christmas Boat Parade begins Wednesday, December 14 at 6:15 p.m. with a dazzling fireworks display off the Newport Pier, then sets the harbor ablaze for five consecutive nights before concluding on Sunday,…

The Newport Beach Christmas Boat Parade is right around the corner! From December 14th to 18th, the harbor will come to life with illuminated boats of all sizes, full of holiday cheer. There are so many great spots to view…

Jingle, jangle – all is merry and bright, decked out for the holiday festivities in Newport Beach. As Christmas lights are hung and pine scents whirl through the crisp, refreshing winter air, the anticipation for Santa’s arrival grows closer and…

According to Meeting Planners International, the number of Requests for Proposals (RFPs) sent to hotels has increased by 300% over the last five years. On average, it takes a hotel salesperson about 20-30 minutes to reply to a single RFP…

National Egg Nog Month National Fruit Cake Month Daily Holidays December 1 National Fried Pie Day** National French Fried Clam Day December 2 National Fritters Day Feast of St. Bibiana December 3 National Peppermint Latte Day** December 4 National Cookie…

First celebrated in Massachusetts in 2010 to help boost The Bay State’s mom and pop stores, Small Business Saturday takes place this year on Nov. 26. According to the Orange County of Chamber Commerce website, on average, for every dollar…

Oh the love-hate relationship between meeting planners and venues. While often a necessary component to any corporate program, and one of the elements considered when booking a destination, you’d think booking a venue would be a breeze. But that’s not…