NEWPORT BEACH blog

That hand painted macaroni necklace may have been your mother’s favorite gift when you were five (and I’m sure she still keeps it with all her other cherished possessions), but if you’ve outgrown the homemade phase, we can help you…

We’re Costa Mesa residents that have a deep love and appreciation for all things travel and exploration — we spend the majority of our time on the road… or in the sky. :) While we LOVE exploring new cities, exotic…

Whether you’re a college student on spring break, or a couple springing for a romantic getaway or fun family adventure, Newport Beach is the perfect seaside escape this season. School’s Out For … Spring. You’ve completed your last final exam…

FACE THE ELEMENTS When it comes to getting fit, there’s no greater challenge than the great outdoors. From vertical, craggy canyons to fierce ocean currents, taking your body, bike or paddle to Mother Nature’s forces is sure to get you…

Mention Balboa Village, and for anyone that’s been, you immediately conjure up the best summer days of their childhood, with boat rides, carnival games, and hands sticky and sweet from melting Balboa Bars. Balboa Village has been the heart of Newport Beach for over 100 years, starting back when the Balboa Pavilion was…

Looking for something beyond store-bought wrapped chocolates this Valentine’s Day? With picture perfect weather, glistening water and views, and some of the finest opportunities in all of Southern California, this year it’s time to be different and be creative by…

One of the highlights of a destination meeting is the fantastic opportunity for attendees to experience the culture and vibe of an area. Yet, organizing activities that not only showcase the destination but also appeal to men and women as…

Small Business Saturday: Celebrate Big Saturday, Nov. 25 by Shopping Small Starting in 2010 as a marketing effort by American Express, Small Business Saturday gave a kick-start to the “local-first” movement and created a new shopping holiday we can all feel good about getting behind. I love to shop small all…