The Beachview Blog

Thankfully, it’s easy to practice smart ocean safety in Newport Beach. Follow these 7 tips, and you and your crew can enjoy your beach day confidently and, most importantly, safely.   Tip #1: Follow the Flags on the Lifeguard Tower   You may have seen the green, yellow, and red flags flying above Newport’s lifeguard towers. Lifeguards use these colored flags to quickly communicate current ocean conditions, so beachgoers can make more informed decisions when deciding to swim or not. The flag colors work like a traffic light, so are easy to remember.  Green Flag:  Small waves. Rip currents may

For A Summer Your Kids Will Never Forget! Newport Beach is one of the best places to create unforgettable memories with family! And helping you accomplish that is our #1, non-negotiable priority. That’s why we’ve compiled a fully-vetted, fool-proof list of activities that will keep the kids majorly happy and you majorly relaxed.     Camp Newport is the Summer MVP The city of Newport Beach has collected some of the most engaging day and week-long camps this side of the Mississippi. Honestly, the camp line-up has us wishing we were kids again! From robotics to theater to sailing, your

Pizza nights are great and all, but you don’t have to settle to make your picky eaters happy. And you especially shouldn’t settle when you’re vacationing in the foodie land of Newport Beach! That’s why we’ve rounded up our favorite kid friendly restaurants in Newport Beach that are parent-approved and delicious!   Local Restaurants with Large Outdoor Patios We find that restaurants with spacious outdoor patios are typically better babysitters than a tablet. At these local joints, kids have plenty of room to let out their wiggles while the adults finish up their food and conversation.    The Beachcomber Cafe

  Enjoy Newport Beach Without Spending a Dime! The best things in life are free. And as lifelong locals of Newport, our favorite things to do in town cost absolutely nothing. And that’s why we love it here! It’s so easy to create lifelong memories without ever swiping your credit card! Here are our 10 favorite ways to save a buck and have a ball in Newport Beach!   1. Roast S’mores on the Sand   Pack a cooler and beach blanket and head to the fire rings for sunset! You’ll have the best seat in the city as the

  Headed to the Newport Beach Peninsula? Pick a portion of town that’s perfect for you! Whether you’re looking for a lively long weekend or a quiet beach retreat, there’s a perfect spot for every vacationer here on the Newport Beach Peninsula!   Upper West Side Casual & Close to Local Hot Spots   If an iconic beach town is what you want, the Upper West side is the place for you! Bohemian bungalows and surf breaks line this stretch of sand, creating a laid-back atmosphere reminiscent of a 1970’s beach town. With no boardwalk, the beaches here are less