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Newport Beach, California Hotel Attractions

Newport Beach, California is a magical destination boasting stunning views and picture-perfect sand and shoreline. With 9 miles of golden beaches, the opportunities are endless for beach lovers looking to surf, sunbathe, sail, fish, and find fun things to do on the shores of Southern California's picturesque playground. Stay at the Holiday Inn Express Newport Beach and you'll enjoy easy access to renowned tourist attractions, world-class shopping, waterfront dining, challenging golf courses, festivals, and sporting events - the essence of Newport Beach.

Newport Beach, CA Local Events.

January 2012 01/20 – 01/29: Newport Beach, Southern California's premier dining destination, gets sizzling with the 6th Annual Restaurant Week! Newport Beach's finest eateries invite you to savor the flavors of Orange County with exceptional meals prepared by the most talented chefs of the area! For more information, click here.

Honda Center.

Southern California's premier sports and entertainment venue, Honda Center presents events, concerts, sporting events, and family shows. The 650,000 square-foot arena is home to NHL's Mighty Ducks of Anaheim and the NLL Anaheim Storm, and hosts year-round events such as Disney on Ice and the Harlem Globetrotters. Visit www.arrowheadpond.com.

OC Market Place.

The Orange County Market Place, America's most unique swap meet, is a celebration of food, fun, value and the entrepreneurial spirit. With some two million visitors each year, the Orange County Market Place has grown to become the centerpiece of the Orange County outdoor shopping experience.
Visit www.ocmarketplace.com             
                                  

Catalina Flyer.

The Catalina Flyer is the largest passenger-carrying catamaran on the West Coast, featuring a richly appointed interior, sweeping sun decks, full-service cocktail lounges, and stately viewing windows. If you want to explore Catalina Island in style and comfort, choose a tour with the Catalina Flyer, departing daily from Newport Beach. Visit www.catalinainfo.com

 Hornblower Cruises.

Hornblower Cruises & Events offers elegant dinner and champagne brunch cruises and yacht charters. Experience relaxing fun and festive cruises departing from ports in Newport Beach, and enjoy spectacular views, refreshing ocean breezes, mouthwatering cuisine and live music on six luxurious boats.Visit www.hornblower.com.

Angels Stadium of Anaheim.

Home to baseball's Anaheim Angels, Angels Stadium is a classic ballpark built on 140 acres. The new stadium features terraced bullpens, the Nestle Family Zone, the Pepsi Perfect Game Pavilion, and three restaurants. Visit www.losangeles.angles.mlb.com.

Disneyland.

From the charm of Main Street to the whimsy of Mickey's Toontown, explore eight fantastic lands in an enchanted kingdom of fantasy and magical entertainment. At Disneyland Park, you'll experience 60 attractions, 50 shops and 30 restaurants. Zoom through doom on Indiana Jones Adventure - a high-tech, adrenaline-pumping rush. Experience thrilling rides like the Space Mountain and Pirates of the Caribbean. For more information, go to www.disneyland.com.

Knott's Berry Farm.

America's oldest amusement park re-creates the atmosphere of the Old West in six themed areas including Ghost Town, Fiesta Village, Wild Water Wilderness, Indian Trails, and Camp Snoopy. In all, Knott's Theme Park features 160 acres of wild rides, live shows and family attractions. Visit www.knotts.com.

Orange County Fairgrounds & Exposition Center.

The Orange County Fair & Exposition Center is home to the annual Orange County Fair, Centennial Farm, The Ranch, Youth Expo and more than 100 events throughout the year. Visit www.ocfair.com.

Sunset Memories.

Experience authentic Southern California beach activities with Sunset Memories! Whether you want to celebrate a corporate event at the beach, learn to surf, or enjoy a romantic beach bonfire with your loved one, Sunset Memories is dedicated to help you create lasting memories! For more information, visit www.mysunsetmemories.com.

Gondola Company of Newport Beach.

Enjoy a cruise through Newport harbor in an authentic Venetian rowing gondola. Come to the Gondola Company of Newport--voted best place to take a date in Orange County! For more information, visit www.gondolas.com.

Newport Beach Golf Course.

This 18-hole public, executive course sits in the heart of Newport Beach. This is a great course for walkers, beginners, and for those who want to sharpen their short game. The course is also lit at night. Ladies tee off from the same set of tees as the men. For information, go to www.npbgolf.com.

Oak Creek Golf Club.

Set against the majestic Saddleback Mountains, Oak Creek in Irvine is a Tom Fazio designed course featuring tapered fairways, picturesque greens, beautiful lakes, and bull-nose carved bunkers. Oak Creek rewards your senses as it beckons your competitive spirit. Visit www.oakcreekgolfclub.com.

Pelican Hill Golf Course.

High above the Pacific Ocean on the Newport Coast, Pelican Hill is one of California's preeminent golf destinations with 36 challenging holes, incredible coastal views, a golf shop, an academy, a clubhouse and dining. Design and nature combine in both Tom Fazio-designed courses – the Ocean North Course and Ocean South Course. Visit www.pelicanhills.com.

Beaches & Islands

Newport Beach.

Newport Beach is a magical destination with nine miles of picture-perfect sand beach and shoreline. Enjoy "The Wedge" - a jetty where surfers test their skills - two piers, the Fun Zone, Balboa Pavilion, Newport-Balboa Ferry boat, harbor cruises, boat rentals, rollerblading, sand volleyball, concerts, and more.
Visit www.newportbeach.com.

Balboa Island.

Balboa Island is one of Southern California's most enchanting tourist destinations. Located off the coast of Newport Beach, in beautiful Newport Harbor, this quaint and charming island offers a variety of shopping, dining, events, entertainment, marinas, glorious sunsets and scenic serenity. Visit www.balboaisland.com.

Catalina Island.

Off the coast of Southern California, Catalina Island looks like California did 200 years ago - a scenic wilderness of oak, cactus, and sage. The beautiful island offers secluded coves and beaches surrounded by ocean and abundant sea life, along with many fun water and land activities. Just a short boat trip away! For information, go to www.catalinachamber.com

Long Beach.

Situated on the San Pedro Bay, Long Beach is a favorite destination for sailing, jetskiing, water skiing, surfing, fishing, sea kayaking and sunbathing. Visit the famed Aquarium of the Pacific and the docked Queen Mary. For information, go to www.visitlongbeach.com.

Convention Centers

Anaheim Convention Center.

The Anaheim Convention Center is the newest and largest convention center on the West Coast. After three years of expansion and renovation, this jewel has become a regional architectural landmark, and hosts numerous large conventions and conferences. Visit www.anaheimconventioncenter.com.

Long Beach Convention & Entertainment Center.

The outside of the Arena is covered by the world's largest mural, "Planet Ocean," featuring marine life by internationally renowned environmental artist, Wyland. The Center offers 46,000 square feet of exhibit space and is a focal point on the dramatic Long Beach skyline.
Visit www.longbeachcc.com.

Shopping

Fashion Island.

Fashion Island in Newport Beach features Orange County's only Bloomingdale's and Neiman Marcus, along with 200 specialty stores, several restaurants, a cinema, and a Venetian Carousel.
Visit www.shopfashionisland.com.

Boardwalk Shops at the Newport Pier.

Take a walk down the historic Boardwalk at the Newport Beach Pier, where you'll find unique shops with the hottest surf brands, sportswear, swimwear, sandals, sunglasses, Newport Beach and OC souvenirs. Duck into Henry's Grocery for cool drinks and snacks. Visit www.shopnewportpier.com.

Newport Beach & Laguna Beach Events

Taste of Newport.

Southern California's premier three-day food, wine, and music festival is held every September in Newport Beach. Warm summer nights, cool drinks, and wonderful aromas are part of the Taste of Newport Festival, which presents culinary offerings from 35 restaurants and 15 local wineries, plus flavorful drinks and brews, cooking demonstrations and entertainment. Visit www.tasteofnewport.com.

Newport Beach Film Festival.

The renowned Newport Beach Film Festival is held annually in April and presents a wide array of special film events, panel discussions, and more than 350 feature, documentary, and short films from around the world—many of them world premieres. Visit www.newportbeachfilmfest.com.

Give Kids the World.

Intercontinental Hotel Group proudly supports the Give Kids the World Village, a non-profit "storybook" resort located in Central Florida, where children with life-threatening illnesses and their families are treated to a weeklong, cost-free fantasy vacation. For more information, and to learn how you can help, visit www.gktw.org.