NEWPORT BEACH blog

It’s been called the California of yesteryear. Once a coastal ranchland, Crystal Cove State Beach is beautiful, pristine, virtually untouched and one of the most picturesque beaches in the area. It’s also an area highly treasured by locals mostly because…

“Ok everyone – it’s almost time for our team bonding day.” “Oh, Yay!” Insert eye rolls and a few sighs. C’mon what do you really think when you hear those words? Does your mind start racing of all the ways…

There are only a handful of places across the country where you can hold an event aboard a private yacht, Newport Beach, CA happens to be one those destinations. Surrounded by coastal bluffs, dotted by seven islands, and lined with…

Trade shows are often one of the most major expenses of a sales department’s budget. Not only do you have the hard costs associated with the trade show such as exhibit fees, trade show booth, travel expenses, but you have…

Sensational, over-the-top, out-of-the-box programs have been an ongoing quest for meeting planners for years. Even if the selected location is absolutely hands down fantastic, planners often struggle with delivering a sensational experience for the attendees. A sea of been-there-done-that, seen…

Summer is coming to an end and for most meeting planners that means the start of a new conference season! If you’re responsible for organizing a conference or corporate meeting, consider the following tips for planning a successful corporate group…

Aaaahhh Newport Beach, CA, home of endless summers and picturesque coastlines, where miles of beach stretch lazily along the Pacific and photographers’ flock hoping to capture nature in its glory. This is the epitome of relaxed, coastal comfort. This is…

What’s the first thing you do when thinking about where to hold your next meeting? Get online and start a search for appealing destinations with appropriate meeting space? Visit websites checking out various hotel properties? Look at destination and property…