COMMENT BY
Cara from Newport Beach, CA
COMMENT ABOUT PLACE
Newport Beach, CA
COMMENT
You can come home again
I currently reside on Balboa Island in Newport Beach, Ca. I grew up in Newport on the peninsula point near the wedge. I still visit the wedge but going to that area in general makes me sad because it's changed so drastically for the worst. My appreciation for the island runs deep. It hasn't changed that much especially compared to other areas in Newport since the 1970s. You can do so many different activities here surfing, skateboarding, sailing, boating, SUP, all water sports for that matter and a safer place for children can't be found in many places period. We have beautiful weather friendly people an active outdoor lifestyle. It's a paradise that's been well preserved. The streets are clean it's got all of the good qualities a person could want. I enjoy being in an area that's still as I remember with a population of white European descent. People here are well educated and traveled. The drawback is the cost of living but this is a very wealthy area that carries the perks as well. Fast friendly police response is invaluable. The weather cannot be beat. Many choices of great restaurants and world class shopping. Best of all you can pretty much bring your dog with you wherever you go. Fashion Island is so dog friendly you can bring them into all of the stores whether it's Neiman Marcus or Muttropolis pet store they are equally welcomed