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Memorial Day Weekend, 2009 in Newport Beach, CA

Memorial Day Weekend, 2009 in Newport Beach, CA

Friday starts the beginning of the three day weekend, and the unofficial start of the summer season here in Newport Beach. If you are looking for things to do in and around Newport Beach, the following activities will be a great and festive way to kick off the summer season.
Newport Beach
  • Spend the Memorial Day weekend aboard one of the Hornblower Yachts for a scenic cruise around Newport Harbor. Enjoy the beach weather and California sunshine. This event is their Memorial BBQ Cruise which features live entertainment as well as a buffet. This cruise will be on 5.24.09. For more information, contact (949) 646-0155.

You can also enjoy a more sporting adventure by fishing in Newport Beach. Newport Landing There are California Sport Fishing boats, day fishing and there are also private deep sea charter boats available. For more information, and tickets, please contact tix2fun.com.

  • If you would like to be the captain of your own small yacht - rent a Duffy. Duffy Boats are electric boats and a great way to see Newport Harbor. These are extremely easy to navigate, and are very comfortable to cruise the harbor and enjoy the scenery. Be careful not to pick up any hitch hikers along the way however!

seagull


Also, if you are in a Duffy Boat, then you can dock it at a few restaurants in Newport Harbor if there is slip availability. These restaurants include the following:

Below is a map of Newport Harbor, and Duffy Boats.
Duffy Boats

  • You can always go to the beach. You can find your piece of sand right on the Balboa Peninsula, and if you are looking to stay later and want to reserve a fire pit, then you will need to go to beach on the Peninsula at A Street. Or you can find the fire pits in Huntington State Beach, and the entrance is on Magnolia off Coast Highway. Make sure you bring your sun screen and swim near a lifeguard tower!
  • How about a day trip or overnight trip to Catalina? Catalina is located approximately 26 miles from Newport Beach. You can take the Catalina Flyer. Enjoy a day on this charming island, with a golf course, glass bottom boat, snorkeling, Scuba diving, boating, and many more activities. Contact tix2fun.com for departure times and tickets.

Catalina Flyer
  • Do you want to try and surf? How about taking a surfing lesson in Newport Beach. Located right by the Newport Pier in Newport Beach at 26th Street, there is a surfing school named Newport Surfing School. However, please contact them for details and arrival times. Surfers typically surf pretty early to avoid the crowds, and to have the optimal weather.

Heather Surfing


Have a fun and safe Memorial Day Weekend!

If you are visiting Newport Beach, and are considering relocating to this area, please feel free to contact me about Newport Beach Real Estate, Newport Beach homes for sale, Newport Coast Luxury Homes, and Corona del Mar homes for sale.

Phone or Text: 949.280.0681

Email: spaxson@roadrunner.com


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About the author:

Sharon Paxson is a Newport Beach Residential Realtor, who can assist you with the sale and/or purchase of real estate in the Corona del Mar, Costa Mesa, Newport Beach, and Newport Coast area. If you are considering relocating to or from the Orange County area, contact Sharon as she will assist you with the purchase of your new home, or connect you with a trusted professional in her network, in the city you have selected.

All Content Copyright© 2009 By Sharon Paxson, All Rights Reserved "Memorial Day 2009, Newport Beach".


Disclaimer: Information contained herein are the views and opinions of Sharon Paxson. This information may be based on information from multiple sources, and may be subject to change without notice. This information is not guaranteed, have warranties either express or implied, may be time sensitive, and may or may not be deemed reliable at the time of researching this article. Information regarding market reports is obtained from the SoCalMLS.


Posted Friday May 22