Southern California at its most polished.
Newport Beach wraps around one of the largest recreational harbors on the West Coast, with miles of sand, waterfront restaurants and a relaxed luxury that makes it easy to focus by day and unwind by night.
Ride the little car ferry to Balboa Island for a famous frozen banana, captain your own electric boat around the harbor at sunset, then settle in for dinner on the water. It’s a getaway that feels like a reward without a long flight.
Six things your team will talk about for years
Captain a Duffy boat
Cruise the harbor in a quiet electric boat, snacks and drinks on board.
Balboa Island
Take the three-car ferry over, then grab a chocolate-dipped frozen banana.
Balboa Fun Zone
A nostalgic boardwalk with a Ferris wheel lit up over the harbor.
Whale watching
Gray whales migrate past from December to April, and dolphins year-round.
Crystal Cove
Tide pools, historic beach cottages and a beachfront shack known for its pie.
Fashion Island
Open-air shopping and dining with ocean breezes.
Any month you like.
Newport is mild all year. Late summer and early fall bring the warmest water. Early summer can start with a morning marine layer, and winter brings the gray whale migration.
Effortless arrivals
John Wayne Airport is minutes away, with nonstops from across the country.
Meetings with a view
Resort ballrooms and terraces overlooking the Pacific.
A reward close to home
All the feel of a getaway with none of the jet lag.