Have You Been to Newport Dunes?! Make the Most of Your Day Play, Reserve a Cottage Beachfront, Plus Labor Day Activities #NEWPORTDUNES

Newport Dunes - Day Play, RV, Camping, Cottages, Water Play and So Much More...

 

Last week we spent the day splashing around some pretty intense water play floats at Newport Dunes Waterfront Resort !

 

Thank you Newport Dunes for the awesome day play and eats from Back Bay Bistro, all opinions are my own.

 



 

Have you been?!

 

So many inflatable water play stations out in the calmest, clearest Newport waters.

 



 

There are smaller inflatables as well as larger ones for little sand big kids to enjoy.

 





 

Fun water activities like paddle boats, canoes, stand up paddle boarding and more.

 



 

Take advantage of the beautiful bay at Newport Dunes with calm waters, lifeguards on site and life vests on hand.

 



 

The kids had an amazing time & so did I. Paddling around the bay and with in 10 feet from my kiddos play on and swimming around the inflatables!

 

 

 

 

Did you know...

 

You can park and day play, stay on site with your RV or reserve a cottage beachfront.

 

Look how cute they are.... We showed you them on our IG stories last visit. The one with the loft space looks like it would fit my family perfectly!

 



 

They also have a pool for their guests and the grounds are beautiful. Cabana rentals on site too. Just look at that view.

 



 

Make the most of your visit or celebration waterfront with catering from Back Bay Bistro too. We love the sandwiches and fresh fruit and veggies.

 



 

Fresh eats and treats. With an assortments of sweets I was happily on my way to enjoy watching the kids swim and water play.

 



 

The water play is amazing. Everything and anything from the inflatables, paddle boats, stand up paddle boards and more.

 

Get all the deets on these day activities and what you can do with pricing here.

 



 

 

Here is an upcoming event for Labor Day weekend too...

 

Celebrate Labor Day Weekend at Newport Dunes Waterfront Resort and Back Bay Bistro

Featuring Newport Dunes Water Park, Liquid Run, Boots on the Beach, the Inaugural Newport Beach Luau & More August 30–September 2, 2019

A MUST Do - Free Kids Fishing Clinic & Fishing Trip Every Sunday with Dana Wharf - Review

Fish On!!! Dana Wharf Fishing Clinic for the Kids...

 

At Dana Wharf in Dana Point there are a lot of options you can choose from for a quality fishing experience.

 

Thank you for inviting us nit to experience one of those. All opinions are our own.

 

 



 

There are fishing options of half day, three quarter day and even all day fishing with Dana Wharf.

 

My husband and I have done one other sportfishing trip and it was not the greatest catch and left us wanting more time on the water.

 

 

 



 

When we learned about the Kids Fishing Clinic held free on Sunday's we totally got excited!

 

 



 

Our kids love to fish but, at ages 7 and 11, sometimes it gets challenging to know the right weights, bait and depth of water when fishing on our own.

 

The kids found out about the different types of fish in our local ocean and about sustainable fishing.

 

 



 

 

The clinic was bout 30 minutes and perfect to give the kids basic info on beginner fishing. They also held a raffle for all the kids on board.

Sabroso Taco Music Festival April 2019 Tickets on Sale Now #sabrosotacofest

Sabroso Craft Beer, Taco & Music Festival - Powered By Gringo Bandito

Two Days At Doheny State Beach In Southern California


Doheny State Beach - Saturday, April 6 & Sunday, April 7

With Performances From The Offspring, Flogging Molly,
Bad Religion, Descendents, Good Charlotte, Black Flag & More

Plus Unlimited Tastings From Over 150 Craft Beers,

Gourmet Tacos, Lucha Libre Style Wrestling & More

Tickets On Sale Friday, February 1 At 10:00 AM PT

Now in its sixth year, Sabroso Craft Beer, Taco & Music Festival powered by Gringo Bandito has announced its biggest event yet. After selling out its flagship date in Dana Point, CA for two years in a row, this year’s Southern California festival expands to two days on Saturday, April 6 and Sunday, April 7 at picturesque Doheny State Beach, with additional tour dates for early 2019 to be announced soon.

 

Produced by premier music festival production company Synergy Global Entertainment, Inc. (SGE) and California's most successful and respected craft beer festival producer Brew Ha Ha Productions, Sabroso Craft Beer, Taco & Music Festival will feature performances from The Offspring, Flogging Molly, Bad Religion, Descendents, Good Charlotte, Black Flag, and more, with craft beer tastings (until 4:00 P.M.) from some of the best breweries in the country.

 

Delectable tacos from the region's top chefs and restaurants will be available for purchase, and attendees can enjoy Lucha Libre style wrestling, lawn games, contests, and more.

Dexter Holland of The Offspring says, “Sabroso is now a WEEKEND of our favorite things: tacos, craft beer and great bands!”

CEO of Synergy Global Entertainment and Sabroso co-producer John Reese, says, “We couldn't ask for a more perfect lineup and a more perfect location inside of California State Parks...The Offspring, Flogging Molly, Bad Religion, Descendents, Black Flag, and all of the other great acts we have over the weekend... it really doesn't get better than this. Between the music, unlimited craft beer tastings, tacos, wrestling and more, Sabroso is a can't miss weekend!

Newport Dunes Concerts Waterfront & More Summer Activities!

WATERFRONT SUMMER ENTERTAINMENT IN NEWPORT ON THE WATER 

 

NEWPORT DUNES WATERFRONT RESORT & BACK BAY BISTRO ANNOUNCES

SUMMER CONCERT CALENDAR AND WATERFRONT EVENTS 

 

Now through September 2018 Newport Dunes Waterfront Resort and Back Bay Bistro are pleased to present a summer entertainment schedule featuring waterfront events and live performances July through September 2018.

 

Plan the perfect summer date night at Back Bay Bistro and experience dinner and drinks accompanied by live music. Invite friends to indulge in waterfront foodie events like Lobsterfest

Newport Beach and Pacific Wine & Food Classic or bring the whole family to the bay for country fun with Boots on the Beach. Celebrate summer with an unforgettable waterfront atmosphere at Newport Dunes.

 

SUMMER 2018 EVENT SCHEDULE

Jimboy's Tacos New Location in Huntington Beach & New Fresh Menu Items - We LOVE Both! Grand Opening Deets for this Saturday!!

JIMBOY’S TACOS CELEBRATES NEW FLAGSHIP STORE IN HUNTINGTON BEACH CELEBRATE WITH ALL-DAY GRAND OPENING FESTIVITIES ON SATURDAY, JULY 21!

 

The Beachfront Restaurant Will Debut In “Surf City, USA” With Free Food, Prize Wheel, And More...

 

Jimboy’s Tacos, home of the Original American Taco, is celebrating the opening of its Southern California flagship location in Huntington Beach on Saturday, July 21. 

 



 

Jimboy's restaurant, located at 5th & PCH Shopping Plaza (120 5th Street) in the heart of the city’s downtown, will begin grand opening festivities this SATURDAY at 11 AM including:

 

FREE Original Ground Beef Taco and FREE Taquito Burrito for the first 50 people

 

FREE Original Ground Beef Taco for anyone who downloads the Jimboy’s Taco Nation Rewards app in-store

 

Chance to spin the prize wheel and win FREE food and Jimboy’s swag items

 

Additionally, Jimboy’s Tacos Huntington Beach has partnered with local pro-surfer and instructor Rocky McKinnon to hold a fundraiser during the Grand Opening celebrations. 20% of sales from Monday, July 23 will be donated back to McKinnon’s nonprofit, which helps to sponsor surfing programs for young people with special needs or disabilities through the McKinnon Surf & SUP Lessons Adaptive Surfing Program.

 

Our Amazing Tasting - Favorites and New Flavors To Try...

 

Thank you to Jimboy's HB for the preview tasting. Everyone loves Jimboy's here and we visit the Anaheim location frequently but the new menu items are poppin' with flavor, all your favorites and can be customized!

 



 

What is this awesomeness we speak of... Jimboy's new Mash Up menu items and more!

Weekly Summer Music at the Triangle in Costa Mesa

THE TRIANGLE HOSTS WEEKLY SUMMER MUSIC SERIES

 

Sizzling Summer Sounds Kicks off July 12

Happy 25th Anniversary to The Triangle! 

 

We have been going up to The Triangle for a while now... many years... my husband and I used to work right by there in the Action Sports Industry for years.

 

I love that The Triangle has expanded it's entertainment to Summer Music!!

 

Here are all the details on the weekly music series...

Celebrate Father's Day with A View of Dan Point Harbor

Do you have plans for Father's Day?

Father's Day is just around the corner... June 18th!

Dana Point Harbor is not only beautiful to walk and enjoy the sights, the dining options are top notch, and with a view! 

 



Dana Point Harbor - Views are Breathtaking
PC Dana Point Harbor



Newport Beach Christmas Boat Parade 107th Year Kicks Off Today Through Dec. 20

In it's 107th year, the Newport Beach Christmas Boast Parade starts TODAY and is set to be better than ever!

PC Newport Beach Boat Parade

Since I was a kid, my mom would take us to see the parade. This is something that my mom and dad use to to before kids and a tradition that became fun for the 4 of us for a long time. 

Now it is my turn to help those traditions live on and since I too have a family now, we have been to the Parade so that our kids can pass that beautiful Holiday tradition to their kids too. 

Here are the details on the event:

* Starts tonight, Wednesday the 16th and will go through the 20th!

* Yachts, kayaks, canoes and other small boats will light up the harbor as a dazzling array of holiday lights and music fill the air

* The same route has been used for years. You can see that route here!

* Dress warm and bring something warmer. You do not want to miss all the fun.

* The lights are not only on the water but also on the surrounding homes and buildings so that you are looking at what they like to call the Ring of Lights. 

Have you been before? Let me know what you like most and what is a can't miss favorite of yours?

Have a wonderful time making Christmas boat Parade memories everyone. 

It gets a little cold waterfront so remember those jackets and warm drinks!

#NewportBeachBoatParade #BoatParade #Newport #SoCal #OC #ThingsToDo #OCFun #WinterInOC #Water #Beach #Boats #Traditions 

Beautiful Winter Fantasy at the Sawdust Art Festival

Santa, Art, Crafting, food, drinks and more, the Winter Fantasy at the +SawdustArtFestival has something for everyone!

We have loved visiting the Sawdust Art Festival for years. Since I can remember my parents have taken us and now that I have kids we attend too. It is kind of tradition!

This year was the first year that we went to Winter Fantasy. The celebration of the Holidays has been going on for 25 years! 

There was a lot to see and do inside the festival grounds where there is always art to be seen. 

What can you expect to do and see?

* Santa - right in the middle of the festival there is a little house and if you time it right the snow flurries start and you can see both the big man himself and some snowfall. What I loved about this Santa, he looked and played the perfect part. My son was not listening to his best and started to jingle the bells, Santa told him to shake them and let the reindeer know that he was there. It was so sweet to see. He asked my 8yo what she wanted and when she said an American Girl Doll he said that those were super special for very responsible and nice girls. LOVED HIM! This was the first year my son did NOT cry with Santa. Score. 

* Art - There are two awesome Art stations to craft at. The crafts change each session and are super fun for all ages to do. Most are free but the ones that did cost were a dollar or two. at most. Both of the kids loved the Art spot. They made  snow man and were able to take their time doing so. My son got the help he needed and was let free to create his own version of rainbow snowman. My daughter loved the sticks and acorn she used for arms and a hat. So fun! This was a very sensory friendly activity and took up about 30mins. Parent is allowed to help. 

  

 Also a second location for art that was available is also where art is done regularly with kids for art classes. You can get all that info here!

 Both kids were able to do what they were comfortable doing. Zoe made a 12 piece hand drawn memory board game and Mikey was sitting coloring freely. Again, perfect for both kids and very sensory friendly. 

* Clay Station - On site there was clay molding. Pottery stands are there and with help, you can make a creation on the wheel. There are different costs depending if you wan to take what you make free un fired or get it fired for minimal cost. Very fun and again sensory friendly. All ages welcome. 

* Food and Drinks - there is plenty to snack on and plenty to drink. From BBQ to Mediterranean, wine to beer, you can fill your tummy if you want to!

 * Items for Sale and on Display - of course we loved looking at all the different art. Paintings, crafts, hand made jewelry, hand made ornaments, paintings and so much more. There is plenty to see and buy this year and it is all unique and beautiful. This is where I got my first toe ring in 1997. Talk about nostalgic. 

* Train Village display - check out what both of my kids and my husband could not get enough of. A super cute village where a train goes around and the WDW Monorail makes it's rounds too! So fun to see the different houses in the display too!

Everything was very cute and very full of creative spirit. You can tell that everyone displaying their wonderful items does so with passion for the arts. It really is a unique experience to see and show my kids.

Did you know that Zoomars Petting Zoo is on hand too. This was a huge help for my daughter when her brother decided to throw a fit. She was able to go in and have some animal fun. 

Thank you to Sawdust Art Festival for the invitation to attend and we will see you very soon!

Get more information on the Winter Fantasy in it's 25th year HERE!

#WinterFantasy #LagunaBeach #SawdustFestival #SawdustArtFestival #WinterFun #OC #ThingsToDo #Beach #FamilyFun #SensoryFriendly #AutismFriendly #StudioOne #Art #ArtClasses #pettingzoo