Holiday In Beach

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.

The island of Balboa is actually an artificial
island found in Newport Harbor.  The island was dredged
and filled shortly before World War 1.  Between the
island and the peninsula, the Balboa Island Ferry
works to transport pedestrians and their belongings.

Newport Beach also offers a wildlife sanctuary, known
as the Back Bay.  Nearby, Fashion Island helps to
provide shopping experiences for those who like to
shop and splurge.

For many reasons, Newport Beach is very worthy of a
visit or a vacation.  Even though it’s one of the
undiscovered treasures of California, there is plenty
to be found here.  If you’ve been looking for an area
with lots of attractions, look for further than Newport
Beach.

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.

If you happen to be looking for an inexpensive, yet
excellent experience, Balboa Island is where you
should be going.  The Island is accessible from
Palm Street by ferry at the Balboa Peninsula, or
by car/foot from Jamboree Road at the Pacific Coast
Highway.

With its great location and environment, the
community is home to more than 80 galleries, gift
shops, and fine restaurants.  All along the streets
on the island, you can find locals selling great
merchandise, along with vendors selling superb
sweets and hot eats.

When walking on foot on the island, you’ll notice
that there are wonderful views of the extravagent
homes, harbor, and even the bay.  Passing the street
signs, you may notice that they are indeed named
after precious stones, which is quite different.

Once you pass Turquoise, Topax, Diamond, and Sapphire,
you’ll reach the popular Marine Avenue, which is
where shoppers will fall in love.  With unique and
attractive gift shops and sidewalk cafes, it’s easy
to spend hours here looking at everything you can
purchase.

The heart of the Balboa Island’s shopping and apparel
district, Marine Avenue has many unique boutiques
and galleries as well.  If hunger strikes, you can
lose yourself in the tastefully impressive Balboa Bar,
a bar made of vanilla ice cream that is dipped in
chocolate.

With restaurants on the Avenue as well, you can enjoy
everything from a simple meal to some of the best
Italian food in Newport Beach.  Offering you plenty of
things to see as well, Balboa Island gives you more
than just shopping – although the shopping here is
something you must experience.

If you enjoy shopping and seeing beautiful views,
Newport Beach is truly the shopping paradise you’ve
been longing for.  As a family vacation, Balboa Island
and the surrounding areas can provide everything you
need for fun and entertainment.  For shopping lovers
everywhere, Newport Beach provides the type of
shopping you won’t find anywhere else.