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Newport Beach grabs “best destination” award from the LA Times

We’ve known this all along, and now it’s official…Newport Beach was awarded “Best Domestic Destination” award last weekend at the 14th annual Los Angeles Times Travel Show. A panel of 15 travel specialists from the LA Times Travel Section judged over … Continue reading

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Romantic Sundown Adventures in Newport Beach

In Newport Beach, where romance is in the air 360 days-a-year, some of the most amorous activities happen after sundown. Start with a cozy “stroll” through Newport Harbor’s network of quaint canals in a custom Venetian gondola complete with your very own … Continue reading

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Last year,  Beach Tomato, a very hip online magazine based in the UK, named Newport Beach the #1 Urban Beach in the World! This year in their feature “Five Waves to California” showcases their top 5 favorite California beaches including…you guessed … Continue reading

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Restaurant Week to begin January 20; Join the Facebook Conversation

Watch the Newport Beach Foodie Video Newport Beach’s chefs are sharpening their knives in preparation for the 6th Annual Newport Beach Restaurant Week. Be the first to know about real-time updates on the participating restaurants, menu spotlights and other special events … Continue reading

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Yahoo! Travel Votes Newport Beach #2 Destination for Holiday Lights

Top 10 Destinations for Holiday Lights From dazzling Disney displays to brilliant boat parades, these 10 destinations mark a spectacular start to the holiday season. By Elissa Richard, Y! Travel The holidays are just around the corner, and there’s nothing … Continue reading

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TAMARIND OF LONDON SET TO OPEN NOVEMBER 14 IN CRYSTAL COVE PROMENADE

The wait is almost over for Tamarind of London, the most highly anticipated restaurant opening since Pizzeria Mozza opened in September, and last night, several members of the Visit Newport Beach Inc. marketing team were treated to a “test” dinner. … Continue reading

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The Opening of London’s Famed Tamarind Restaurant is Nearly Here!

Tamarind of London Opening Early November The highly anticipated opening of the Michelin Star restaurant Tamarind of London that is located at the north end of the Crystal Cove Prominade is almost here. Go to their Website and “Friend”, “Follow” and … Continue reading

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Haunted Houses, Surfing Nuns and even some last minute Oktoberfestivities – Halloween Weekend Round-up in Newport Beach

There is plenty to get frightened about this weekend in Newport Beach, starting with the Haunted House at Newport Dunes… kicking off tonight thru Halloween.  Opens at 5pm. Everyone loves a good old fashioned haunted house especially one that little monsters can … Continue reading

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Congratulations to the Newport Beach Firefighters and Lifeguards

Newport Beach’s Own Pizza & Beer Fire Truck Congratulations to our fantastic Firefighters and Lifeguards, and especially the winners of this year’s awards: Firefighter of the Year – Justin Carr Marine Safety Officer of the Year – George Leeper Seasonal … Continue reading

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Visit Newport Beach Inc. Hits Manhattan

We’ve just returned from a quick trip to the big apple to attend a PR NEWS Digital Symposium and awards luncheon, and several media visits with key magazine editors…whew! quick trip but loaded with lots of great information as well … Continue reading

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