NEWPORT BEACH blog

Hard to believe that fall is here, which means that the holidays are not far behind. Fashion Island ushers in the holiday season with its annual Holiday Tree Lighting on Nov. 14 and 15. Hosted by Mickey Mouse & Friends…

You can trust these O.C.-area hotels to create memorable seasonal events. Here’s the scoop on each property’s meeting space, along with details on what makes them all special. Balboa Bay Resort Think splendid views, versatile space, exceptional food, an expert…

A visit to The Resort at Pelican Hill is like taking a trip to Italy without a passport. The Resort’s classic Italian-style architecture, artwork and lush landscaping create a relaxing Tuscan Villa ambiance. The Resort is taking its Italian heritage…

Beautiful automobiles, beautiful scenery and beautiful people … all that and more will be center stage when car collectors from Florida to Northern California gather for this year’s Corona del Mar Coastline Car Classic Sept. 7, from 10 a.m.-4 p.m.,…

Smooth jazz fans can enjoy a musical treat in September when the Hyatt Regency Newport Beach Summer Concert Series presents a stellar lineup of noted jazz artists every Friday evening in the Hyatt’s intimate outdoor amphitheater. Kicking off the month…

Ready for an exciting, whirlwind weekend of wonderful wines and superb cuisine served up by celebrity chefs? The inaugural Newport Beach Wine and Food Festival is a dynamic three-day event held Sept. 19 – 21 that promises to be a…

If you love lobster (and who doesn’t!), you’ll love the 6th Annual Lobsterfest held at Newport Dunes Waterfront Resort & Marina from 3 to 8 p.m. on Sunday, August 10. Nearly 1,000 Maine lobsters will be flown in to Newport…

If you have a free Friday from now until early October and you love live music — especially in the great outdoors — you’ll be kicking yourself if you don’t check out this year’s Hyatt Regency Newport Beach Summer Concert…