Newport Beach, CA is a picturesque beachside city located in Orange County. With its stunning beaches, bustling harbor and many attractions, it’s no surprise that Newport Beach is one of the most popular tourist destinations in California. Visitors flock to the city for its many renowned activities such as surfing, swimming, fishing and whale watching. The Balboa Fun Zone provides a variety of boardwalk-style amusements including arcade games, carnival rides and mini-golf courses. The famous Newport Pier juts out into the ocean and offers a great spot to fish or just take in the breathtaking views of the Pacific Ocean. Shopping enthusiasts can explore Fashion Island or Balboa Village for an array of stores and boutiques. Eating at one of Newport Beach's award-winning restaurants is also a must. With its mild climate year round, Newport Beach remains a favorite destination among tourists who appreciate its beauty and abundance of recreational opportunities. Reviews for this seaside paradise are overwhelmingly positive as travelers marvel at its natural beauty and all there is to do here.
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Great place to live if you can afford it - 5/18/2010
Housing isn't cheap in Newport Beach but it's definitely worth it if you can afford it. In the years I lived there, the people were great and there's not a lot of crime. People can actually drive. It's a really great place to
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If you can afford it... - 11/2/2008
If you can afford it AND don't mind stuck-up fake plastic people, then it's a great place to live. The beach bars are great, the actual beaches are dirty, but the weather is wonderful. I am leaving because I can't stand the fake people and don't want to raise my daughter in a place that is so materialistic. Although, she does go to a blue ribbon school that provides wonderful programs because of all of the money and mothers who don't have to work because their husbands just want them to look pretty and do what they are
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greatest climate in North America - 11/28/2007
While we lack four definitive seasons it hard to find better year around weather. Great summers with no humidity and winters that range from 50-80 degrees depending on the week with about 10 inches of rain. Just watch the Rose Bowl and consider what the temperature is in Chicago, Denver,
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Newport Beach, California: If you're here, you've - 11/18/2007
Obviously any area with a median home price of $2,600,000 is not going to be ordinary.
The big advantage of living here is that you get the best of everything. The finest restaurants, the world's biggest Mercedes-Benz dealer, the sleekest road network, and if you're willing to pay $15,000,000 for a house it will be brilliantly designed and stunning in all respects.
Your more typical $4 million oceanfront house gives you one of the most beautiful views in the nation, but you're literally three feet away from your neighbor on both sides.
Commercial property in Newport Beach and Orange County in general is stunningly ultra-modern and immaculately maintained. A fellow named Donald Bren of Irvine Company owns most of it, and as a consequence is worth a snappy $15 billion (yes, with a B; his house alone is probably worth $15 million). He'll charge top rents but deliver top quality.
Living with extreme wealth means extreme wealth. How
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climate vs expense - 11/6/2007
I have lived all over the U.S.; the NE (PA, MD, NY),SE (VA,GA,FL,) and Texas. Newort Beach California is absolutely, without a doubt the most beautiful and pleasant places to live. Downside; It is expensive so if money is not a consideration there is no arguement.
I have determined that "climate" is of ultimate importance as it is climate (and health) that allows us to enjoy what a city and area have to offer.
Since money IS a consideration for me, I am looking for a city that has warm, comfortable, low precipatation, climate and a less expensive "cost of living". i do not want to predicate my activities on whether (or not) the weather will cooperate (I am spoiled). So far Scottsdale, AZ is most appealing. Yes summer is hot but weather good otherwise and conpared to Newport Beach is
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best place to live if you can afford it - 11/29/2006
We love it here but the cost of living is out of control. The area and proximity to all activities is unbeatable but you definately pay for it. sun, ocean, shopping, recreation, culture is all available with in an hour. Access to travel is within 15 min and skiing in the local mountains is within 2
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Newport Coast - 8/5/2006
Overpriced but worth it....beautiful canyons and vistas. We love it here but not sure we could afford it
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