Valentine’s is not just a day bursting with hearts, chocolate cravings and an excuse for breakfast in bed. Of course, it’s a day for romance and a reason to treat that special someone to something extraordinary, but it’s not just for those with a special someone to treat. Valentine’s Day is for everyone. It is…
Read MoreOne of the most commonly asked questions of meeting planners in LinkedIn groups is, ”What do you consider to be the most important factor in meeting planning”? The number one answer is, “get organized”. It may seem a little odd that meeting and event planners would need to get organized, after all, isn’t that their…
Read MoreValentine’s Day is just around the corner! And this year with the 14th of February on a Tuesday, it is quickly becoming a week-long celebration–from the weekend prior, to Valentine’s and all the way through to the following weekend! Opening a beautifully wrapped present is always joyful. And in talking with many locals we found…
Read MoreShape Up From veggie drinks to downward dog, Newport Beach offers many ways to find health and wellness in the New Year. Taste the Rainbow A healthy lifestyle begins with healthy eating habits, says April Murray, dietician and founder of OC Nutrition Coaching. “This means being aware of what ingredients you are putting into your…
Read MoreTo the cynic, the word “trend” could easily translate into “fad,” which is shorthand for “ideas that won’t be around after a few months.” Sometimes, their dour outlook is spot on. It’s safe to say Pokemon Go fits this description. The hopeful person, on the other hand, looks at the word “trend” and secretly hopes…
Read MoreNewport Beach’s year-round mild climate, proximity to three major airports and variety of hotel properties combine to make it an appealing destination for group meetings and events. Additionally, it’s active lifestyle; creative restaurants and upscale amenities enable planners to easily create unique itineraries for group travel. One of the destination’s main attributes is Newport Harbor….
Read MoreCompanies collectively spend billions of dollars every year promoting health and wellness programs and with good reason, the pay-offs can be huge as illness is just too costly. According to the Centers for Disease Control, stress can lead to chronic disease and chronic disease can cost trillions. In fact the CDC estimates that work lost…
Read MoreFrom park restoration projects to harvesting food for the homeless, there are many ways to give back in and around Newport Beach. Feed the Needy More than 335,000 people in our community — including one in five children — are at risk for hunger each month, according to the Second Harvest Food Bank of Orange County….
Read MoreAs we ring in the New Year, it welcomes a sense of renewal. Yes. It is true. We are starting over. Some make heartfelt resolutions, while other share hopes for their future– more balance or perhaps reaching new aspirational goals in the coming year. We set out here to explore some of our local spas…
Read MoreThe warmth that comes from a fire doesn’t exclusively derive from scientific properties. A flickering flame dancing in a pit, hearth, or other pyro-containing vessel produces internal comfort, happiness, and contentment. These emotions help sustain us through the holidays and the messy aftermath that is January, when shiny baubles and good tidings are once again…
Read MorePlan your next trip to Newport Beach with this inspiring guide.
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