Newport Beach, located in the heart of "the OC" in beautiful southern California, is an ideal vacation spot. The sandy beaches are wonderful for swimming, surfing, volleyball, and just stretching out on the sand and working on your tan. Activities such as golf, boating, and water sports ensure that you will always have plenty to keep you busy. Newport Beach also has a level of sophistication that makes it more than just a regular beach town. There is a vibrant art scene, which has numerous galleries, museums, and performing arts spaces. The restaurants are excellent and Newport Beach is known for its great seafood.