Things To Do
With nearly everything at your disposal, from sunset cruises to surf lessons, wine tastings to walking tours, live entertainment and arts and cultural venues, Newport allows you to create exactly the experience and the lasting memories that you are looking to create.
A year-round calendar of sporting events, film festivals, boat parades, music series and food & wine tastings add to the colorful menu of things to do, during your stay.
Below are our 92 Things To Do listing(s). To narrow your options, use the search form above.
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"Sweet" Fun for Under $10 (Under $10 or FREE Activites - Balboa Island - Oceanview)
301-A Marine Ave. | Balboa Island, CA, 92661 | (949) 719-6100 |
Balboa Candy, where barrels of colorful and appetizing confections can be found, provides an opportunity to indulge your sweet tooth with vintage candies from yesteryear and one of the largest selections of salt-water taffy in the world. Balboa Candy is a family owned establishment that is nestled in the center of the ...More Info
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2 for 1 Whale Watching Excursions (Whale Watching/Fishing)
309 Palm St., Suite A | Newport Beach, CA, | 949 675-0551 |
Newport Landing Sportfishing 309 Palm, Suite F | Balboa, CA 92661
949-675-0550 | Fax: 949-675-0557
2 for 1 Whale Watching Excursions
Enjoy the majestic California Gray Whales as thousands of these beautiful mammals migrate along the Orange County coastline from Dec-April. ...More Info
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American Yacht Charters (Boat/Yacht Charters,Boating & Beach Activities - Mariner's Mile - Waterfront)
2901 West Coast Highway, Suite 190 | Newport Beach, CA, 92663 | 949-673-4453 | Fax: 949-673-0807 |
With a distinctive fleet of yachts American Yacht Charters offers a unique alternative to a traditional meeting site for 50-500 passengers. They successfully help you blend business with pleasure in a unique atmosphere that will take your breathe- away....More Info
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Back Bay/Newport Beach Ecological Reserve (Public Beaches & Piers - Back Bay - Bayview)
Crossroads are Pacific Coast Highway & Back Bay Dr. | Newport Beach, CA, 92660 | (949) 923- 2269 |
Upper Newport Bay in Newport Beach is an estuary - a place where fresh and saltwater meet and mix. It is one of only a few remaining estuaries in Southern California and is the home of nearly 200 species of birds, including several endangered species, as well as numerous species of mammals, fish, other critters and nat...More Info
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Balboa Beach at Balboa Peninsula (Public Beaches & Piers - Balboa Peninsula - Oceanview)
Please see below | Balboa , CA, | 949-644-3309 |
Balboa Beach is located at the end of Balboa Blvd., west of Main St. The Balboa Pier and beach are accessible from the Pacific Coast Highway (PCH) or you can take a shorter route by cutting across Balboa Island and taking the Balboa Auto Ferry over. The ferry crosses over the beautiful Newport Harbor and drops you off...More Info
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Balboa Boat Rentals (Boat/Yacht Charters,Boating & Beach Activities,Equipment Rentals,Surfing/Kayaking,Tours & Sightseeing - Balboa Peninsula)
510 East Edgewater Avenue | Balboa, CA, 92661 | 949-673-7200 | Fax: 949-673-1320 |
We offer great boating at terrific prices! Hourly u-drive rentals include elegant electric boats, single and double kayaks, sleek sailboats and powerful runabouts. Our specialty is the Corporate Bay Challenge Scavenger Hunt, a great activity for companies, nonprofit fundraising and group entertainment. Let us put you o...More Info
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Balboa Fun Zone (Attractions,Boating & Beach Activities,Museums & Culture,Public Beaches & Piers,Shopping,Tours & Sightseeing,Shopping - Balboa Peninsula - Waterfront)
600 East Bay Ave | Newport Beach, CA, 92661 | |
The Balboa Fun Zone is one of Southern California's oldest and last great coastal amusement areas and a popular family-friendly attraction for visitors to Newport Beach. Visitors can enjoy rides on the waterfront Ferris Wheel, play games in the arcade or tour the nautical museum while enjoying their favorite beach tre...More Info
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Balboa Island (Vacation Rental,American,Brunch,Casual Dining,Italian,Outdoor Dining,Seafood,Waterfront Dining,Wine Bar/Full Bar,Gifts & Souvenirs,Boating & Beach Activities,Museums & Culture,Shopping,Tours & Sightseeing,Gifts & Souvenirs,Shopping - Balboa Island)
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This quaint and charming island community is a popular attraction for visitors and residents. Protected from the pounding Pacific surf and surrounded by beaches and a tranquil, secluded bay, Balboa Island is a sun-washed island paradise, perfectly situated in the beautiful Newport Harbor. The island is accessed from th...More Info
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Balboa Island Ferry (Boating & Beach Activities - Balboa Peninsula - Waterfront)
410 South Bay Front | Balboa Island, CA, 92662 | (949)673-1070 | Fax: (949)673-1639 |
Ferry Shuttle service between Balboa Island and Balboa Peninsula (approximately 1/5 mile) carries automobiles, bicycles, pedestrians. Continuous service between 6:30am and Midnight, 2:00am on weekends and summer. Pay on board....More Info
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Balboa Performing Arts Theater (Museums & Culture,Performing Arts)
901 Dover Dr., Ste 126 | Newport Beach , CA, 92660 | (949) 673-0895 | Fax: (949) 673-0838 |
Since 1928, the Balboa Theater has been a treasured historic landmark, one that served countless visitors until closing its doors in 1992. Now, the Balboa Performing Arts Theater Foundation is conducting a capital campaign to renovate this legendary icon and transform it into a 320 seat multi-use for the presentation ...More Info
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Balboa Pier at Balboa Peninsula (Public Beaches & Piers - Balboa Peninsula - Oceanview)
Please see below | Balboa, CA, | 949-644-3309 |
Balboa Pier is located at the end of Balboa Blvd., west of Main St. The Balboa Pier and beach are accessible from the Pacific Coast Highway (PCH) or you can take a shorter route by cutting across Balboa Island and taking the Balboa Auto Ferry over. The ferry crosses over the beautiful Newport Harbor and drops you off ...More Info
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Boardwalk Shops At The Newport Pier (Shopping,Shopping - Balboa Peninsula - Oceanview)
2122 West Oceanfront | Newport Beach, CA, 92663 | 949-673-1389 | Fax: 949-673-1478 |
Take a walk down the historic Boardwalk at the Newport Beach Pier. Here, you'll find a collection of unique shops for everything you need at the beach! PJ's Surfrider has authentic surfwear, sandals, and sunglasses with brands like Quiksilver, Roxy, Billabong, and O'Neill. At The Beach Store, remember your Newport Beac...More Info
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Bowers Museum (Museums & Culture)
2002 North Main St. | Santa Ana, CA, 92706 | (714) 567-3600 |
Bowers Museum enriches lives through significant exhibits of the world's finest art and most fascinating cultures. Add a meal at Tangata and shop in the museum's eclectic gallery store to make a visit to Bowers an extraordinary event....More Info
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Catalina Passenger Service, Inc. (Boating & Beach Activities,Tours & Sightseeing)
400 Main Street, Balboa Pavilion | Balboa, CA, 92661 | 949-673-5245 | Fax: 949-673-8340 |
The Catalina Flyer - Newport Beach's "Gateway to Adventure" on Catalina Island is Orange County's fastest boat to the island. 3 decks, 2 bars, 1 great getaway. Discounts and tickets available on line at catalinainfo.com. Departs daily from Newport Beach's famous Balboa Pavilion....More Info
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China Cove Kayak Adventures.com (Boating & Beach Activities,Surfing/Kayaking,Tours & Sightseeing - Back Bay)
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A tour of Newport Harbor provides close-up viewing of multimillion-dollar yachts and movie star homes. Stop for a swim at Pirates Cove beach, best known for filming of Gilligan's Island and Gidget. Hidden beach jeep tours along Soutrhern California's riviera also available....More Info
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Chocolate Heaven for Under $10 (Attractions - Balboa Island - Oceanview)
Balboa Island | Balboa, CA, 92661 | (949) 719-6100 |
For under $5 you can savor a Balboa Island original - the frozen, hand-dipped chocolate-covered banana. Balboa Island is where the frozen chocolate banana was first-ever marketed in the U.S. The frozen banana jetted to a whole new level of fame when the popular TV show "Arrested Development" focused on a family who own...More Info
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Comedy Tonight for Under $10 (Entertainment/Movies/Film,Nightlife - Airport District - Airport Adjacent)
4545 MacArthur Blvd. | Newport Beach, CA, 92660 | (949) 833-0570 OR (800) 333-3333 |
Every first Friday of the month follow the sound of laughter to the Sapphire Lounge at the Radisson Hotel Newport Beach where "First Fridays" Comedy Night starts at 8:00pm (now thru Dec. 25, 2009). Featuring professional comedians and stand-up comics in the intimate setting of the Sapphire Lounge, "First Fridays" is Or...More Info
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Corona del Mar Plaza (Shopping,Shopping - Corona Del Mar)
Irvine Company Retail Properties, 100 Innovation Drive | Irvine, CA, 92617 | 949-790-9713 | Fax: 949-790-9781 |
Corona del Mar Plaza, owned and managed by Irvine Company, is located at MacArthur Blvd. and Pacific Coast Hwy. in Newport Beach. The center is anchored by Gulfstream, Tommy Bahama and Bristol Farms, as well as 20 other specialty shops and dining spots.
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Corona del Mar Plaza (Shopping,Shopping - Corona Del Mar)
Irvine Company Retail Properties, 100 Innovation Drive | Irvine, CA, 92617 | 949-790-9713 | Fax: 949-790-9781 |
Corona del Mar Plaza, owned and managed by Irvine Company, is located at MacArthur Blvd. and Pacific Coast Hwy. in Newport Beach. The center is anchored by Gulfstream, Tommy Bahama and Bristol Farms, as well as 20 other specialty shops and dining spots.
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Corona del Mar State Beach (Public Beaches & Piers - Corona Del Mar - Oceanview)
Crossroads are Marguerite Ave. & Ocean Blvd. | Corona del Mar, CA, 92625 | (949) 644-3309 |
Corona del Mar State Beach is a great family beach and a popular place for swimmers. Also known as "Big Corona Beach", this is a half-mile long sandy beach framed by cliffs and a rock jetty that forms the east entrance to Newport Harbor. The beach is also popular with surfers, divers, volleyball players and sunbathers....More Info
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Crystal Cove Promenade (Shopping,Shopping)
100 Innovation Drive | Irvine, CA, 92617 | 949-720-3113 | Fax: 949-720-2194 |
Crystal Cove Promenade is located at East Coast Highway and Crystal Heights Drive in Newport Beach. The center, owned by The Irvine Company and managed by Madison Marquette Retail Services, is anchored by Trader Joe's. Other stores include Williams Sonoma, Banana Republic, The Gap and 14 other stores and cafes. ...More Info
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Crystal Cove State Park (Public Beaches & Piers - Newport Coast / Crystal Cove - Oceanview)
Crossroads are Pacific Coast Highway & Los Trancos | Newport Beach, CA, | (949) 644-3309 |
Crystal Cove State Park / Beach, located in Newport Beach, California, is best known for its rustic setting that stands in contrast to pristine, new homes and immaculate greens of the Pelican Hills Golf Club overlooking this wilderness oasis. Three beach areas below the bluffs include Reef Point with access to two cov...More Info
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Davey's Locker Sportfishing, Inc. (Boating & Beach Activities,Whale Watching/Fishing - Balboa Peninsula)
400 Main Street | Balboa, CA, 92661 | 949-673-1434 | Fax: 949-673-5341 |
Davey's Locker Sportfishing and Whale Watching , located in historic Balboa Pavilion, offers a variety of fishing trips daily, year round, pursuing over 2 dozen fish species including giant yellowtail, tuna and red snapper. Whale watching cruises multiple trips daily, year round, view giant blue whales, grey whales, d...More Info
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Disneyland Resort (Attractions - Airport District)
PO Box 3441 | Anaheim, CA, 92803 | 714-284-6365 | Fax: 714-284-6372 |
Celebrate the special moments in life, Disney-style! This year the Disneyland Resort invites guests to come together and celebrate birthdays, anniversaries, graduations - any personal accomplishment - at the place where dreams come true. Celebration vacations are special times filled with close friends and fam...More Info
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Duffy Electric Boat Company (Boat/Yacht Charters,Boating & Beach Activities,Equipment Rentals,Tours & Sightseeing - Mariner's Mile - Bayview)
2001 West Coast Highway | Newport Beach, CA, 92663 | (949) 645-6812 | Fax: 949-515-0672 |
Enjoy cruising Newport Harbor with up to 10 friends in a Duffy Electric Boat. You're the captain in these unique, easy-to-operate boats. Each boat has a canopy top, window enclosure and CD player with mp3 player hook up. Perfect for corporate events and special occasions. Tie up and eat at restaurants along Newport...More Info
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Duncan McIntosh Co. Inc. (Boating & Beach Activities)
17782 Cowan | Irvine, CA, 92614 | 310-535-9230 | Fax: 949-660-6172 |
Visit California's premier in-water big boat and yacht shows at Lido Marina Village in Newport Beach.
38th Annual Newport Boat Show: April 14-17th 2011
32nd Annual Lido Yacht Expo: September 23-26th 2010
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Easyride Bicycle Rental and Sales (Bike Rentals,Boating & Beach Activities,Equipment Rentals)
101 Palm Street | Newport Beach, CA, 92661 | 949-566-9850 |
Easyride Bicycle Rental and Sales supplies all of your fun rental needs including surreys, bicycles, and trikes. Rentals are affordable and available on an hourly or daily rate. Conveniently located on the Newport Beach boardwalk, Easyride is open 7 days a week. ...More Info
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Electra Cruises (Boat/Yacht Charters,Boating & Beach Activities)
3439 Via Oporto | Newport Beach, CA, 92663 | 949-723-1069 | Fax: 949-723-5156 |
We pride ourselves on giving our clients and their guests the best experience possible. Whether you are planning a corporate dinner or staff meeting, we can help plan your event and make it one of the most special experiences you can have. We will also help plan your entire event with photography, entertainment, menu s...More Info
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ElectraCraft Electric Boats of Newport Beach (Attractions,Boating & Beach Activities,Equipment Rentals,Tours & Sightseeing - Mariner's Mile - Bayview)
2751 West Coast Hwy., Suite 210 | Newport Beach, CA, 92663 | (949) 650-4117 | Fax: (949) 650-4833 |
ElectraCraft of Newport Beach offers electric boat rentals, new electric boat sales, and ElectraCare, the premiere electric boat maintenance and service program. Visit ElectraCraft of Newport Beach, the world's leading manufacturer of electric boats....More Info
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Fashion Island (Shopping,Shopping - Fashion Island)
401 Newport Center Drive, Suite A150 | Newport Beach, CA, 92660 | 949-720-3300 | Fax: 949-720-3350 |
Located in the heart of Newport Beach, Fashion Island is Southern California's premier coastal shopping and dining destination. With panoramic ocean views and towering palm trees, Fashion Island features prestigious department stores and specialty boutiques, more than 30 dining options and events throughout the year. ...More Info
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Go in Circles for Under $10 (Attractions,Shopping,Under $10 or FREE Activites - Fashion Island)
401 Newport Center Dr. | Newport Beach, CA, 92660 | (949) 721-2000 |
$10 will get you five trips ($2 tickets) on the beautiful, custom-made Venetian-themed carousel at the shopping destination of Fashion Island. With its 32 antique horses and a menagerie of animals with views of the blue Pacific Ocean in the distance the carousel is sure to bring a smile to "kids" of all ages. Fashion I...More Info
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Go on a "Date" for Under $10 (Under $10 or FREE Activites - Newport Coast / Crystal Cove - Oceanview)
7408 Coast Highway | Newport Coast, CA, 92663 | (949) 464-0100 |
After a long day at scenic Crystal Cove State Park take a break from the beach at Ruby's Shake Shack just off Pacific Coast Highway. Founded in 1945 as the Crystal Cove Shake Shack, the Shake Shack provided a refreshing pit stop for weary travelers on PCH and thirsty beachgoers. The "Shack" offers the perfect way to co...More Info
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Gondola Adventures, Inc. (Boat/Yacht Charters,Boating & Beach Activities,Tours & Sightseeing - Mariner's Mile - Waterfront)
3101 West Coast Highway, Suite 110 | Newport Beach, CA, 92663 | 949-646-2067 OR (888) 4-GONDOLA | Fax: 949-646-2376 |
Most beautiful gondolas in the United States. Private, romantic, exclusive cruises for couples or larger groups. Perfect for proposals, celebrations and weddings. Appetizer, gourmet dinner and dessert cruises available with the ultimate waterfront table! Gift certificates and specialty upgrades available. Reservat...More Info
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Gondola Company of Newport (Boat/Yacht Charters,Boating & Beach Activities,Tours & Sightseeing - Balboa Peninsula - Bayview)
3400 Via Oporto, Suite 103 | Newport Beach, CA, 92663 | 949-675-1212 | Fax: 949-675-8812 |
Romantic Venetian gondola cruises: dates, birthdays, anniversaries, proposals. Snacks, beverage, music, candlelight, blankets. "Message in a Bottle". Voted "One of the Top 10 Destinations in Southern California" & "Best Place to Take a Date". Please call for reservations....More Info
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Gondola Company of Newport Special Offer (Boat/Yacht Charters,Boating & Beach Activities,Tours & Sightseeing - Balboa Peninsula - Bayview)
3400 Via Orporto, Suite 103 | Newport Beach, CA, 92663 | (949) 675-1212 |
$20 off your $85 Gondola Cruise for 2
Experience a romantic gondola cruise rated "Best Place to Take a Date in the O.C." The Gondola Cruise for 2 includes snack basket of salami, cheese and bread along with sparkling cider, music and a souvenir photo.
Advanced Reservations Required. Cannot be combi...More Info
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Gondola Romance (Boat/Yacht Charters,Boating & Beach Activities,Misc. Event Suppliers)
3400 Via Oporto #202 | Newport Beach, CA, 92663 | (949) 675-4730 | Fax: (949) 675-8812 |
Newports original canopied gondola cruises. Cruise Newport Bay for a fabulous one-hour cruise for only $100 per couple OR an hour and a half gourmet dinner cruise for $225 per couple. Also, provides great fun for groups of up to sixteen people. ...More Info
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Gondola Romance (Boat/Yacht Charters,Boating & Beach Activities,Misc. Event Suppliers)
3400 Via Oporto #202 | Newport Beach, CA, 92663 | (949) 675-4730 | Fax: (949) 675-8812 |
Newports original canopied gondola cruises. Cruise Newport Bay for a fabulous one-hour cruise for only $100 per couple OR an hour and a half gourmet dinner cruise for $225 per couple. Also, provides great fun for groups of up to sixteen people. ...More Info
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Gourmet Cuisine for Under $10 (Nightlife,Under $10 or FREE Activites - Fashion Island)
690 Newport Center Dr. | Newport Beach, CA, 92660 | (949) 760-4920 |
Palm Terrace Lounge at The Island Hotel Newport Beach offers guests the ideal place to unwind, enjoy the company of good friends and the sublime stimulations of an eclectic bar menu. It's a lively yet intimate spot for enjoying refreshing signature cocktails and Executive Chef Bill Bracken's signature "small bites." A ...More Info
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Gregg Young & the 2nd Street Band (Entertainment/Movies/Film,Music Festivals/Concerts,Nightlife,Performing Arts,Nightlife)
PO Box 30711 | Long Beach, CA, 90853 | (562) 433-4858 | Fax: (562) 433-4858 |
Award Winning, World Class musicians/vocalists performing Jazz, Blues, Rock 'n Roll, Caribbean Steel Drums, Latin Jazz/Rock. Providing any and all styles of music, Sound Systems, Stage Lights and Stages.
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Have "Fun" for Under $10 (Under $10 or FREE Activites - Balboa Peninsula - Waterfront)
Balboa Pier | Balboa, CA, 92661 | (949) 719-6100 |
For $10 or less anyone can find "Fun" at the Balboa Fun Zone, with rides on the popular Ferris Wheel ($3 per rider), Merry-Go-Round ($2 per rider) or a visit to the Newport Harbor Nautical Museum ($5.00 suggested donation for adults - children under 12 are free). The Balboa Fun Zone is one of Southern California's olde...More Info
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Hornblower Cruises & Events (Boat/Yacht Charters,Boating & Beach Activities - Mariner's Mile)
2431 West Coast Highway, Suite 101 | Newport Beach, CA, 92663 | 949-646-0155 | Fax: 949-646-5924 |
Celebrating 30 years, Hornblower Cruises & Events has been the premier public dining cruise and charter yacht company. Our yachts, gourmet cuisine and breathtaking views combine to offer a unique experience. Come aboard our popular Sunday Champagne Brunch Cruise, Weekend Dinner Dance Cruise or Summer Sunset Cruise. ...More Info
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Hyatt Regency Newport Beach Jazz Festival (Entertainment/Movies/Film,Museums & Culture,Music Festivals/Concerts,Performing Arts - Back Bay - Bayview)
1107 Jamboree Road | Newport Beach, CA, 92660 | (949) 729-1234 |
Hyatt Regency Newport Beach Jazz Festival
May 14-16, 2010
Southern California's most famous Jazz Festival returns to the Hyatt Regency Newport Beach on May 14, 15 and 16. Three spectacular days of world class performances by 25 top jazz artists.
For more information including ticket pricing and reservat...More Info
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LEGOLAND California (Attractions - Airport District)
One Legoland Drive | Carlsbad, CA, 92008 | 760-918-5346 | Fax: 760-918-5459 |
Starting Summer 2010, LEGOLAND California Resort will feature the world's first and only LEGOLAND Water Park. The imagination will really flow at this interactive, splash-filled, fun time for the entire family. The Water Park will have six-person raft slides, sinlge-person tube slides, body slides, a lazy river and h...More Info
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Little Corona in Corona del Mar State Beach (Public Beaches & Piers - Corona Del Mar - Oceanview)
Crossroads are Pacific Coast Highway & Poppy Ave. | Corona del Mar, CA, 92625 | (949) 644-3309 |
From Pacific Coast Highway, turn south on Poppy Avenue, a very narrow road that leads to a cliff above the ocean. This is where you can go down a paved path to the beach. The road here abruptly turns right into Ocean Blvd which leads to Big Corona. This vantage point offers one of the most breathtaking views of the oce...More Info
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Marconi Automotive Museum & Foundation for Kids (Museums & Culture - Airport District)
1302 Industrial Drive | Tustin, CA, 92780 | 714-258-3001 | Fax: 714-258-9117 |
A walk into the Marconi Automotive Museum is a walk into the fast lane. Seventy exotic cars and motorcycles to delight and stimulate the senses. One of a kind Ferraris, Formula Race Cars, Lamborghini's, and Jaguars make this Museum an auto aficionados dream come true. The Museum is available for rental and serves as a ...More Info
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Marina Boat Rentals (Boating & Beach Activities - Balboa Peninsula)
600 E. Edgewater | Newport Beach, CA, 92661 | 949-673-3372 |
Newport's largest and most diversified boat rental fleet is located at the historic Balboa Fun Zone waterfront. Choose from eight types of power, electric or sail watercraft, including sport fishing and ocean rentals. Open year-round, seven days a week....More Info
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Moe B's Watersports at Newport Dunes Resort (Equipment Rentals,Surfing/Kayaking - Back Bay - Waterfront)
1131 Back Bay Dr. | Newport Beach, CA, 92660 | (949) 729-3863 |
A full-service destination resort with more than 100 acres of private beach along scenic Back Bay. Pedal boat, kayak, windsur 14' sailboat, 14' catamaran and 18' electric boat rental. Grocery and waveless swimming lagoon....More Info
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Monarch Beach Golf Links (Golf)
50 Monarch Beach Resort Drive North | Dana Point, CA, 92629 | 949-240-8247 | Fax: 949-240-9210 |
Host to the 2001 & 2002 Hyundai Team Matches, this par 70, oceanfront Robert Trent Jones, Jr. designed course, offers spectacular ocean views, tight fairways and flawless undulating greens. The 98 bunkers are filled with crushed Augusta white marble, which adds to the challenge and beauty of the course....More Info
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Movie Going for Under $10 (Attractions,Entertainment/Movies/Film,Nightlife,Under $10 or FREE Activites,Nightlife - Balboa Peninsula)
3459 Via Lido | Newport Beach, CA, 92663 | (949) 673-8350 |
The nostalgic Lido Theatre offers contemporary art house, independent and mainstream films (plus a trip back to the Golden Age of Hollywood) for only $7.50 (matinees) or $9 for evening shows. The Lido Theatre opened in 1938 with the classic Bette Davis film "Jezebel". The Lido seats 622, of which 410 seats are downstai...More Info
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Movies on the Beach (Entertainment/Movies/Film - Back Bay - Bayview)
11311 Back Bay Drive | Newport Beach, CA, 92660 | (949) 729-3800 |
Join us on Friday and Saturdays from May through August for free Movies on the Beach at the Newport Dunes Waterfront Resort & Marina. Bring the kids, lounge chairs and treats to see movies for the whole family on a giant screen. Movies begin at dusk.
For movie schedule and dates, visit the www.newportdunes.c...More Info
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Newport at your Feet (Tours & Sightseeing)
| Newport Beach, CA, | 949-285-7558 |
Newport's premier guide service offering custom, private tours ensures sightseeing at its best! Come away with a deeper appreciation for this remarkable region of Southern California: Newport and The OC Coast, Mission San Juan, Laguna, LA, Beverly Hills and Hollywood....More Info
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Newport Bay Naturalists & Friends (Hiking,Public Beaches & Piers,Surfing/Kayaking,Tours & Sightseeing - Back Bay - Bayview)
P.O. Box 10804 | Newport Beach, CA, 92660 | (949) 640-6746 | Fax: (49) 640-1742 |
The Naturalists offer kayak tours, nature walks and other programs at various locations at Upper Newport Bay - the largest of only a few remaining unspoiled estuaries in Southern California and home to nearly 200 species of birds....More Info
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Newport Beach City Arts Commission (Museums & Culture)
1000 Avocado Avenue | Newport Beach, CA, 92660 | 949-717-3870 | Fax: 949-640-5681 |
Dedicated to the presence of arts and cultural offerings in the City of Newport Beach, contributing to the community's high quality of life and uniqueness....More Info
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Newport Beach Film Festival (Entertainment/Movies/Film)
4540 Campus Drive | Newport Beach, CA, 92660 | 949-253-2880 | Fax: 949-253-2881 |
Launched in 1999, the Newport Beach Film Festival is one of the leading lifestyle film festivals in the United States. Presenting over 450 films from 37 countries, the Newport Beach Film Festival has featured many acclaimed films, including the U.S. premiere of 2006 Academy Award® Best Picture Crash, and the west coas...More Info
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Newport Beach Public Library Foundation (Museums & Culture)
1000 Avocado Avenue | Newport Beach, CA, 92660 | 949-717-3890 | Fax: 949-717-3882 |
The Newport Beach Public Library Foundation raises private funds to benefit the Newport Beach Public Library, California's #1 library serving a population of this size. Since its inception in 1994, the Foundation has given more than $2,500,000 to the library in addition to sponsoring hundreds of cultural and education...More Info
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Newport Fun Tours (Bike Rentals,Boat/Yacht Charters,Boating & Beach Activities,Equipment Rentals,Spectator Sports,Tours & Sightseeing - Balboa Peninsula - Bayview)
2122 Newport Blvd. | Newport Beach, CA, 92663 | (949) 675-8433 | Fax: (949) 675-2429 |
Newport Fun Tours is the premier Southern California destination for all your land and sea activities, tours and adventures. Our inventory includes beach cruisers and bikes, electric bikes, electric kayaks and loungers, paddle boards, electric boats and skateboards. Newport Fun Tours is located on the water. We have...More Info
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Newport Harbor Nautical Museum (Museums & Culture - Balboa Peninsula)
600 East Bay Avenue | Newport Beach, CA, 92661 | 949-673-3377 | Fax: 949-675-8864 |
Located in the heart of Balboa Village on the Balboa Peninsula, the museum features engaging exhibits and exciting programs and events. Sail through video programs featuring Transpac and extreme sailing, and experience a fully rigged Snowbird, interactive fishing simulator and live marine animal touchtank....More Info
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Newport Landing Sportfishing (Boating & Beach Activities,Whale Watching/Fishing - Balboa Peninsula - Oceanview)
309 Palm, Suite F | Balboa, CA, 92661 | 949-675-0550 | Fax: 949-675-0557 |
Enjoy year-round sportfishing and whale watching. Daily half-day, full day, twilight and group charter fishing trips. Multiple whale watching cruises daily. Full service snack bars, sundecks, indoor and outdoor seating and courteous crew members. Christmas parade cruises during holiday season.
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Newport Municipal Beach (Public Beaches & Piers - Balboa Peninsula - Oceanview)
On Balboa Blvd., at Oceanfront and 21st Street. | Newport Beach, CA, 92663 | 949-644-3309 |
Newport Beach offers fine, soft sand with plenty of room to stretch out and enjoy yourself. Surfers, swimmers and sunbathers all bask in the warmth of beautiful Southern California winter and summer days. Pelicans and seagulls also enjoy Southern California's year round Mediterranean climate.
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Newport Pier located at Balboa Peninsula (Public Beaches & Piers - Balboa Peninsula - Oceanview)
On Balboa Blvd., at Oceanfront and 21st Street. | Newport Beach, CA, 92663 | 949-644-3000 |
Newport Beach offers fine, soft sand with plenty of room to stretch out and enjoy yourself. Surfers, swimmers and sunbathers all bask in the warmth of beautiful Southern California winter and summer days. Pelicans and seagulls also enjoy Southern California's year round Mediterranean climate.
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Newport Sea Base (Boating & Beach Activities - Mariner's Mile)
1931 West Coast Highway | Newport Beach, CA, 92663 | 949-642-5031 | Fax: 949-650-5407 |
From a 60th birthday party to your company's next board meeting, the Newport Sea Base will delight your guests with its state-of-the-art rooms and inspiring views of Newport Harbor. ...More Info
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Newport Sports Museum (Museums & Culture - Fashion Island)
100 Newport Center Drive, Suite 100 | Newport Beach, CA, 92660 | 949-721-9333 | Fax: 949-721-9399 |
A fantastic collection of over 10,000 items of authentic sports memorabilia, the museum features exhibits for every sports fan including baseball, hockey, basketball, football, golf, soccer, surfing, Olympics and more! Open to the public FREE of charge Monday-Saturday 10am-5pm.
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Oak Creek Golf Club (Golf)
One Golf Club Drive | Irvine, CA, 92618 | 949-653-5300 | Fax: 949-653-5305 |
This Tom Fazio designed course, named after the beautiful creek that runs through it, welcomes golfers of all skill levels. Featuring tapered fairways, picturesque greens, beautiful lakes and bull-nose carved bunkers, Oak Creek® rewards your senses as it beckons your competitive spirit. ...More Info
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Orange County Museum of Art (Museums & Culture - Fashion Island)
850 San Clemente | Newport Beach, CA, 92660 | 949-759-1122 | Fax: 949-759-5623 |
The premier visual arts museum in Orange County, OCMA embraces a broad array of cultural activities and media. Is is dedicated to engaging diverse audiences by providing creative commentary and illuminating dialogue on issues in our society through the arts....More Info
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Orange County Performing Arts Center (Entertainment/Movies/Film,Museums & Culture,Performing Arts - Airport District - Airport Adjacent)
600 Town Center Drive | Costa Mesa, CA, 92626 | (714) 556-2787 |
Orange County Performing Arts Center offers a broad spectrum of world-class cultural and entertainment experiences, including dance, Broadway shows, classical music, jazz, cabaret, family shows, contemporary theatre and special events....More Info
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Orange County: California's Golf Coast (Golf)
14 Crestview | Aliso Viejo, CA, 92656 | 949-581-6098 OR (800) 555-1982 | Fax: 946-215-6973 |
OC's Golf Coast is a collection of stunning ocean view and links-style courses that put Orange County on Golf Digest's list of the World's 50 Greatest Golf Destinations. Enjoy year-round golfing weather at Monarch Beach Golf Links, Black Gold Golf Club, Coyote Hills Golf Course, Tustin Ranch Golf Club, Strawberry Farm...More Info
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Orange County's Pacific Symphony Orchestra (Performing Arts)
3631 S. Harbor Boulevard, Suite 100 | Santa Ana, CA, 92704 | 714-755-5788 | Fax: 714-755-5799 |
Founded in 1978, Orange County's Pacific Symphony is the largest orchestra formed in the United States in the last 30 years. The Pacific Symphony has played a central role in the spectacular growth of the performing arts in Orange County, touching people with a rich array of musical programs and outreach activities. Ev...More Info
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Pacific Avalon Yacht Charters (Boat/Yacht Charters,Boating & Beach Activities)
2901 West Coast Highway, Suite 160 | Newport Beach, CA, 92663 | 949-673-8545 | Fax: 949-673-9120 |
We offer three magnificent luxury yachts for weddings, corporate events and special occasions up to 400 guests. Our executive chef will prepare exquisite cuisines and our gracious staff provides impeccable service. All inclusive and budget - conscious pricing....More Info
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Paradiso Yacht Charters (Boat/Yacht Charters,Tours & Sightseeing,Whale Watching/Fishing - Oceanview)
670 Lido Park Dr. | Newport Beach , CA, 92663 | (714) 404-0806 |
Paradiso is an 85-foot luxury Pacifica motor yacht that is suitable for many functions including private cruises, parties, weekend getaways, water sports, whale & dolphin watching, weddings, scattering of ashes at sea, and corporate functions. Up to 70 passengers for harbor cruises and 46 for ocean trips. Cel...More Info
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Pelican Hill Golf Club (The) (Golf - Newport Coast / Crystal Cove - Oceanview)
22701 Pelican Hill Road South | Newport Coast, CA, 92657 | 949-467-6800 |
Pelican Hill Golf Club features 36 holes of outstanding golf recently "re-perfected" by Tom Fazio, a stylish new clubhouse with a signature restaurant and al fresco dining, an expertly-appointed practice facility, dramatic architecture and a stunning seaside setting. The renowned Ocean North and Ocean South courses aff...More Info
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Peter & Mary Muth Interpretive Center (Museums & Culture,Tours & Sightseeing - Back Bay)
2301 University Dr. | Newport Beach, CA, 92660 | (949) 923-2290 |
Starting point for a visit to the Upper Newport Bay Ecological Reserve and Nature Preserve. Butterfly garden, movie theater, interactive exhibits, children's activity rooms and more. Open 10am to 4pm Tuesday through Sunday. Free parking and admission....More Info
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PhotoWalkingTours.com (Boating & Beach Activities,Tours & Sightseeing - Corona Del Mar - Oceanview)
422 1/2 Carnation Avenue | Corona del Mar, CA, 92625 | 888-9PHOTO9 | Fax: 888-974-6869 |
Small group and individual photo tours of Corona del Mar and Newport Harbor guided by professional photography instructor and author Ralph Velasco. Learn basic camera techniques and how to improve your photography. All levels welcome, any camera, rentals available. Wonderful introduction to idyllic Newport Beach!
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Pure Blu Spa (Spa - Fashion Island)
Newport Beach Marriott Hotel & Spa, 900 Newport Center Drive | Newport Beach, CA, 92660 | 949-720-7900 | Fax: 949-640-4918 |
Indulge in a Pure Blu spa treatment at a poolside cabana, then relax in the quiet room, sauna, steam room or whirlpool. Call for reservations....More Info
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Regency Lido Theatre (Entertainment/Movies/Film - Cannery Village)
3459 Via Lido | Newport Beach, CA, 92663 | (949) 673-8350 |
Opened first in 1938, the first movie to ever play at the Regency Lido Theatre was "Jezebel" starring Bette Davis -- a long-time resident of Corona del Mar.
The entire theatre has been restored down to its original 1930s condition and seats 622 people, of which 410 seats are downstairs and 212 are ...More Info
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Restaurant Week (Food Festivals)
Participating Restaurants throughout Newport Beach | Newport Beach, CA, 92660 | (949) 675-0501 |
Take part in the inaugural fall Newport Beach Restaurant Week!
A citywide culinary celebration showcasing Newport Beach as Southern California's premier dining destination. Nearly 100 of Newport Beach's best eateries will offer delicious, bargain-priced, three-course, prix fixe gourmet menus for lunch and...More Info
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Savor Wine for Under $10 (Under $10 or FREE Activites,Wine Tastings - Mariner's Mile - Waterfront)
2901 West Coast Hwy., Suite 100 | Newport Beach, CA, 92662 | (949) 515-VINO |
Sign up to be a member of the Insider Club at Wine Lab Newport Beach and experience wine tastings for $10 ($13 for non-members). There is also an abundant selection of inexpensive wines to choose from that deliver impressive QPR (quality price ratio) - most for under $10. The Wine Lab strives to be a trusted source for...More Info
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Sawdust Art Festival (Museums & Culture)
935 Laguna Canyon Road | Laguna Beach, CA, 92651 | 949-494-3030 | Fax: 949-494-7390 |
The Sawdust Art Festival is best known for its dynamic two-month art festival held each summer in scenic Laguna Beach. Voted "Best Festival" by OC Weekly in 2007, and one of the country's top five festivals by AmericanStyle Magazine in 2005, the Sawdust Art Festival features the creative work of over 200...More Info
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Segway Orange County (Boating & Beach Activities,Equipment Rentals,Tours & Sightseeing - Balboa Peninsula)
611 East Balboa | Newport Beach, CA, 92663 | (949) 723-1722 | Fax: (714) 630-7609 |
Segway Tours Newport Beach provides each participant with a revolutionary Segway PT. Enjoy fantastic views and fresh ocean air as you visit various points of interest with your guide around Newport Beach and Balboa Peninsula. All Segway "Glided" Tours start near the ferry, the Fun Zone and the Balboa Pier. Look for ...More Info
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Shear Attitude (Spa,Spa)
3416 Via Lido | Newport Beach, CA, 92663 | 949-723-4688 |
Please enjoy a relaxing experience in our intimate boutique salon as our artistic team member creates a special look for you. ...More Info
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Shellback Yacht Cruises and Sailing Academy (Boat/Yacht Charters,Boating & Beach Activities,Whale Watching/Fishing - Balboa Peninsula - Waterfront)
PO Box 536 | Newport Beach, CA, 92661 | 949-632-3736 |
Ahoy, join Capt. Don Moseley on the beautiful sailing yacht, DULCINEA, for a live-narrated Newport Harbor tour and offshore sailing along the spectacular SoCal coast to celebrate a birthday, anniversary, corporate team-building or ASA instruction. Catalina overnight onboard. Legally operated and insured....More Info
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South Coast Repertory (Performing Arts)
655 Town Center Drive | Costa Mesa, CA, 92628 | 714-708-5569 | Fax: 714-708-5576 |
One of the finest theatres in America, Tony Award-winning SCR offers a unique, live theatre experience on two state-of-the-art stages. The season runs September-June and includes world premieres by America's hottest playwrights, new versions of great classics and three plays for the entire family....More Info
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Spa Gregorie's (Spa,Spa - Fashion Island)
200 Newport Center Drive, Suite 111 | Newport Beach, Ca, 92660 | 949-644-6672 | Fax: 949-644-6323 |
Spa Gregorie's legendary service has earned Best Spa awards from Orange County Register, Citysearch.com, DaySpa Magazine, American Spa and My Fox LA. For its philanthropic works, Spa Gregorie's was named Humanitarian Company of the Year by the Women's Cancer Research Foundation....More Info
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Strawberry Farms Golf Club (Golf)
11 Strawberry Farms Road | Irvine, CA, 92612 | 949-551-2560 | Fax: 949-551-5389 |
Orange County's Home Course! Strawberry Farms Golf Club combines the rural beauty and tranquility of the surrounding area with the challenges of true championship golf. This par-71, 6,700-yard course is set amid canyon and wetlands and offer players picturesque lakeside vistas with natural waterfalls. Requiring both di...More Info
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Taco Tuesdays for Under $10 (Nightlife,Under $10 or FREE Activites - Balboa Peninsula - Oceanview)
2800 Newport Blvd. | Newport Beach, CA, 92663 | (949) 644-8226 |
If your taste runs to Mexican cuisine check out "Taco Tuesdays" at Avila's El Ranchito. The taco bar has tacos with three different kinds of meat, chips and salsa, burritos, taquitos and quesadillas. It's all-you-can-eat for only $5 (they also offer a late night "Happy Hour" from 9pm - 12 Midnight). Avila's El Ranchito...More Info
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The "Wedge" (Public Beaches & Piers - Balboa Peninsula - Oceanview)
At the very tip of Balboa Peninsula. | Balboa, CA, | 949-644-3309 |
The Wedge is a famous surf spot with large surf breaks close to shore. Every summer, swells that begin life off New Zealand, half a world away, finally slam home in North America at the tip of this famous breakwater. As the waves approach shore, they bounce off the jetty's boulders and, in the final seconds before land...More Info
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The Spa (Spa,Spa - Mariner's Mile)
The Balboa Bay Club & Resort, 1221 West Coast Hwy | Newport Beach, CA, 92663 | 949-630-4772 | Fax: 949-630-4315 |
The Spa offers massages, facials and body treatments. Amenities at this full-service spa include personal locker, spa robe and slippers, and body and beauty products. Members and guests only. Call for reservations....More Info
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The Spa at Pelican Hill Resort (Spa - Newport Coast/Crystal Cove)
The Resort at Pelican Hill, 22701 Pelican Hill Road South | Newport Coast, CA, 92657 | 949-467-6800 |
Guided by the scent of the Mediterranean and the soothing, mesmerizing sound of a dancing waterfall, you enter a world of tranquility and relaxation. The Spa at Pelican Hill has lifted the spa experience to an art form. Its Italian design beckons you with a hint of romance and relaxation. Renew and rejuvenate your s...More Info
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The Spa at the Island Hotel (Spa,Spa - Fashion Island)
The Island Newport Beach, 690 Newport Center Drive | Newport Beach, CA, 92660 | 949-760-4992 | Fax: 949-760-8073 |
A tranquil sanctuary where you may select the degree to which you indulge yourself in the form of a manicure, facial treatment, massage or one of our ultra regenerative signature rituals. Your journey inward is about to begin, please call to book your appointment....More Info
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Tustin Ranch Golf Club (Golf)
12442 Tustin Ranch Road | Tustin, CA, 92782 | 714-734-2102 | Fax: 714-730-1991 |
Tustin Ranch Golf Club - public play, private feel. Experience the breathtaking scenery, sparkling lakes and cascading falls at this course where Tustin Ranch has been repeatedly voted the #1 OC Golf Course/Driving Range by readers of the OC Register's Annual People's Choice Award. Tee times available online....More Info
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Universal Studios Hollywood (Attractions - Airport District)
100 Universal City Plaza Bldg. 5511-5, Building 5511-5 | Universal City, CA, 91608 | 818-622-2962 | Fax: 818-622-0407 |
Universal Studios Hollywood, the world's largest movie studio and theme park, offers its guests the rich heritage of movies past and all the stars and excitement of today's Hollywood. Family attractions include Nickelodeon Blast Zone - a 30,000 square foot interactive adventure featuring elaborate water areas, a ball p...More Info
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Whale Watching with Paradiso Yacht Charters (Boating & Beach Activities,Tours & Sightseeing,Whale Watching/Fishing - Oceanview)
670 Lido Park Dr. | Newport Beach, CA, 92663 | (714) 404-0806 |
Paradiso is an 85 - foot luxury Pacifica motor yacht that is suitable for many functions including private cruises, parties, weekend getaways, fishing, whale watching and more. Up to 70 passengers for harbor cruises and 46 for ocean trips plus crew.
Paradiso luxury charter yacht was completely remodeled, inside...More Info
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Wine Lab Newport (Wine Tastings - Mariner's Mile - Bayview)
2901 West Coast Highway, Suite 100 | Newport Beach, CA, 92663 | 949-515-VINO |
Wine Lab, a wine bar and shop, dedicated to daily tastings. Over 400 wines available in-store and on-line. Featuring 200 wines under $25 per bottle, artisan cheeses, and appetizers. In-store winemaker events bring the wine country to you. Private parties and corporate events welcomed. ...More Info
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