Archive for the ‘Attractions’ Category
Friday, September 12th, 2008 |
All along Newport Beach there are several historic
sites that are worth checking out. Many of them
were around back in the early 1900′s, which is
great to see for anyone who wants to see what the
past was like or to learn more about the history
behind Newport Beach.
Balboa Pavilion
Located at 400 Main Street, the Balboa Pavilion
is the first landmark for Newport Beach. Built in
1905, the pavilion was the end of the line for the
Red Car of the Pacific Electric. Now days, the
Balboa Pavilion hosts a variety of shops, a
chartering company, and even a restaurant.
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Thursday, September 11th, 2008 |
The Crystal Cove State Park, located in Newport Beach,
provides you with 3.5 miles of beach and over 2,000
acres of undeveloped woodland, which is perfect for
horseback riding and hiking. Offshore, the waters
are designed to be an underwater park.
Popular for mountain bikers inland, and scuba diving
underwater, Crystal Cove beach is a great attraction
for swimmers and surfers. There are also sandy
coves and nifty tidepools to explore. Offering you
sand, rocky reefs, ridges, canyons, and a lot to
do with your time, Crystal Cove ensures that you
never find yourself looking for something to do.
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Wednesday, September 10th, 2008 |
If you happen to miss the big Wine Festival in May,
you shouldn’t worry as the area has a lot of fine
restaurants to keep you coming back for more. One
of the local favorites here, and a favorite for many
visitors is the Chimayo Grill.
The Chimayo Grill is located on Fashion Island, in
the chic shopping oasis. After a long day of
shopping, nothing beats going to the grill for lunch
or dinner. Starting with the legendary tequila
infusion is great, as it consists of fresh fruit
marinated in tequila. Although they taste light
and fruity, they are full of tequila and pack quite
a punch!
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Tuesday, September 9th, 2008 |
Being one of the pristine beaches in Newport Beach,
Balboa Beach is found on the Balboa peninsula. The
beach faces the Pacific Ocean, and is actually
just a few blocks from the well known Balboa Fun
Zone and the yacht harbor.
In the summer, the beach is very popular for swimming
lessons. Balboa Beach is also well known for a 920
foot pier that was voted to be the best throughout
Orange County. The beach is also well known for it’s
no entrance fee. Although there is a parking fee,
the free admission more than makes up for it.
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Monday, September 8th, 2008 |
Even though Newport Beach has many attractions, one
of the most popular is the beaches. There are
beaches on the peninsula and in Corona del Mar. On
the peninsula, there is the infamous spot “The Wedge”,
which is great for body surfing.
From the Balboa Peninsula to Avalon, there is the
Catalina Flyer. This 500 passenger giant provides
the daily transportation. For residents, the Flyer
is the preferred means of transportation.
The Balboa Fun Zone is a great attraction as well,
offering a ferris wheel, merry-go-round, bumper cars,
and several shops and restaurants. Located on the
Balboa Peninsula, the Fun Zone is great for kids.
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Sunday, September 7th, 2008 |
A vacation in Newport Beach or just a family getaway
can hold many activities. For yourself, your family,
or your friends, Newport Beach holds many things to
keep you occupied during the day.
For the adventurous, the Beach has surfing. Surfing
at Newport Beach is very rigorous and exciting, with
the high waves and insane temperature. Along with
surfing, you can also go fishing. The harbors around
Newport have basically everything you can possibly
think of with water – making it a water lover’s true
paradise.
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Saturday, September 6th, 2008 |
If you like to surf or hit the waves, the infamous
“Wedge” in Newport Beach is something you have to
experience at least once in your lifetime. Although
The Wedge isn’t classified as a wave, it’s actually
a 20 foot plus battering ram that was created by
sheer intelligence.
The way it heaves, throws, and bends behaves in ways
other waves can’t begin to comprehend. If you look
at it up close, you’ll notice that The Wedge is a
combination of two waves that join together, resulting
in a massive slingshot that is capable of sending
anyone flying.
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Friday, September 5th, 2008 |
It’s no secret that finding a honeymoon location or
a place to take your sweetheart is important. With
many places to choose from, you may be surprised to
hear that Newport Beach is actually one of the most
romantic – yet also one of the most overlooked areas
in the entire United States.
For honeymooners or those in love looking to re-kindle
the flame, Newport Beach has a lot to offer when it
comes to romance. The entire environment and setting
around the Beach is romantic, with romance budding at
each and every turn.
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Thursday, September 4th, 2008 |
On the Newport Coast, standing high above the Pacific
Ocean is one of the best golf courses in the California
area. Boasting a very nice golf course, the finest
services and amenities, and superb dining, Pelican
Hill Golf Course provides one of the best experiences
of golf and after golf.
With 2 golf courses, the course will provide challenges
to beginners and avid golf players alike. While both
are great courses, the toughest decision you’ll make
is deciding which one to play first. Even though you
can go back and play the course you didn’t select later,
choosing the one to start with is almost as fun as
playing.
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Wednesday, September 3rd, 2008 |
Featuring vintage art, the Newport Harbor Art
Museum is the primary showcase in Newport Beach
or California for that matter for the best in
contemporary art. Being founded in 1962, the
museum is dedicated to the collection, exhibition,
and the interpretation of both contemporary and
modern art.
By reflecting on the past as well as the present,
the museum features the exhibitions of local, national
and international scopes, and also maintains one of
the most impressive and important works of California
Art since the beginning and end of World War 2.
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Tuesday, September 2nd, 2008 |
Although the area of Newport Beach is known for
the harbor and love of the water, it also contains
a hidden shoppers paradise. With the infamous
Fashion Island and Balboa Island nearby, Newport
does wonders for those who like activities yet
enjoy shopping.
Fashion Island is one of the best areas of Newport
Beach, containing over 200 stores. The Island
has everything you could ever want, from toys to
expensive clothes. If you’ve ever tried Fashion
Island before, you’re probably aware of just how
great it can be. With over 200 stores, it’ll take
hours and hours to explore everything here – and
possibly even days.
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Monday, September 1st, 2008 |
Over 800 years old, the gondola is a regarded as a
symbol of romance. Although thinking of a gondola
may bring thoughts of Venice Italy, the gondola
ride found in Newport Beach can be just as romantic
when it comes to the symbol of romance.
Once you sit in the black yet sleek gondola, you’ll
be steered into the fairy-tale setting of the
hidden canals beyond Newport Beach. Most of the
time, the individual steering the gondola will
appear discreet yet mysterious, hearing nothing
and saying nothing.
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Sunday, August 31st, 2008 |
The Little Inn by the bay in Newport Beach provides
the best hotel experience in the area. They offer
unbeatable prices, still staying true to maintaining
quality service. Offering many comfortable rooms
and packages, they do more than enough to ensure you
have a great stay in Newport Beach and save as much
money as you possibly can.
In the morning, the inn allows you to customize your
own continental breakfast from a variety of possibilities,
such as muffins, cereals, and juices – delivered to
your hotel room along with the morning paper!
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Saturday, August 30th, 2008 |
The Fashion Island, located at the Newport Center
in Newport Beach is the ideal place to go if you
like adventure and shopping. Proving to be one
of the premiere establishments in Newport Beach,
Fashion Island is one place you simply must go if
you crave a fun and exciting time during your trip
here or your stay here.
Centrally located between Los Angeles and San Diego,
stopping here won’t put you out of your way. Offering
shopping, beaches, theme parks, museums, parks and
other events, this is an absolute treasure. On
Fashion Island itself, there are more than 1,300 hotel
rooms within the Newport Center.
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Friday, August 29th, 2008 |
No matter what type of family getaway you have in mind,
you’ll always find something for everyone throughout
Newport Beach. From young to old and everyone in
between, Newport Beach easily combines the best of family
fun with activities to keep everyone entertained for
hours and hours.
One of the most popular family activities in Newport
Beach is going to the beach. During the summer months,
the beach is a very popular resort and getaway spot for
the entire family. You and your wife or your friends can
enjoy swimming, boat riding, or even hitting the waves on
a jet ski. With temperatures in the summer hitting 75
degrees and above, nothing breaks the heat better than
the beach.
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