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Newport Beach: Perfect as L.A. playground
Everything, they say, is relative. That’s especially obvious when you visit a place like Newport Beach, nesting ground for L.A.’s business and social elite, where they not only have spas for people, they have spas for cars. It’s where they not only have bakeries for people, they have bakeries for doggies.
Our brand new 4-wheel-drive Jeep Grand Cherokee Hemi can hold its own in most places but, in Newport Beach, it might as well have been a 1989 Chevy. Scooting along on the ultra-modern MacArthur Boulevard we were being mauled by Mercedes, stampeded by Range Rovers, jumped by Jaguars and flogged by Ferraris in our never-ending quest to be cool.
But no matter. We soon would be parking our car and leaving behind any hint that we were not one of the chosen few who reside in what is arguably the Capital of the famous OC. We didn’t spend enough on our outfits you say? Even the rich dress down on occasion. Not in good enough shape to be one of the Beautiful People? We’ll just discreetly cover all that up.
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Fairmont Newport Beach
4500 MacArthur Blvd.
Newport Beach, CA 92660
Ph: 949-476-2001 Fx: 949-476-0153
Email: newportbeach@fairmont.com |
 |  | | Fairmont Newport Beach welcomes you to the charm and allure of Southern California with its sun-drenched beaches, world-class shopping, and exciting nightlife! Fairmont Newport Beach offers 440 luxury guest rooms, including 54 exquisite suites, most feature over-sized soaking tubs. All guest rooms have 32" high-definition LCD flat panel TVs, DVD and CD players, luxurious Egyptian cotton linens and duvets and European amenities from Miller Harris. The new fitness center, located on the third floor, features state of the art Techno Gym equipment featuring built in LCD monitors.
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Holiday Inn Express Newport Beach
2300 West Coast Hwy
Newport Beach, CA 92663
Ph: 800-308-5401 Fx: 949-631-5659
Email: Res.HINB@dknhotels.com |
|  | | Distinctively different, the Holiday Inn Express Newport Beach is a beautifully appointed hotel located 1.5 miles from world famous Newport Beach, California – a destination of pristine beaches, exciting attractions and coastal energy. Our recently renovated hotel delivers upscale amenities and legendary service for an unforgettable vacation or business trip to the spectacular Southern California Coast. Start your morning with our Express Start Breakfast, take an invigorating swim in our sparkling pool, a soothing soak in our whirlpool, or stroll down to miles of pristine beach.
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The Balboa Bay Club and Resort
1221 West Coast Highway
Newport Beach, CA 92663
Ph: 888-445-7153
Email: reservations@balboabayclub.com | 
 |  | | At The Balboa Bay Club & Resort, an illustrious past combines with inviting waterfront surroundings to provide a rich coastal paradise on California's renowned gold coast. Whether it's business or pleasure that brings you to our shores, we welcome you to the premier choice of Newport Beach hotels. Located in the heart of the Golden State's Riviera, set against a backdrop of spectacular bay views, we offer the only full-service hotel accommodations on the waterfront - the essence of the city. Enjoy select amenities in a distinct atmosphere at this time-honored hotel in Newport Beach, California.
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South Coast Plaza
3333 Bristol Street
Costa Mesa, CA 92626
Ph: 800-782-8888 |
|  | | South Coast Plaza is more than just a shopping center. It is a luxury destination filled with exclusive shopping and events and surrounded by art, shows, music, and other entertainment, which include: The Orange County Performing Arts Center; Segerstrom Center For the Arts; South Coast Repertory; California Scenario; Sculpture Garden; Orange County Museum of Art satellite store and South Coast Plaza Village. South Coast Plaza is the "Ultimate Shopping Resort" and is located within minutes of many of Southern California's finest beaches, museums, and theme parks.
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