Taline & Louis DeFino
Things To Do
Lido Marina Village
This is a staple outdoor dining and shopping development located on Newport Harbor. We walk there often for weekend brunch with our dog, Lucky. Our favorite restaurants are Zinque, Malibu Farms, and Bear Flag. Zinque and Malibu farms have great menus and one of a kind harbor views.
Laguna Beach
Spend the day here and enjoy the iconic backdrop. Walk around Main Beach and stop into art galleries. Visit Hotel Laguna for a nice drink and cliffside views.
Fashion Island
The local outdoor Irvine Company mall that we enjoy shopping and eating at. The retail lineup is strong and there are ocean views to enjoy while you browse around.
Balboa Island
Get a frozen chocolate covered banana from "Dad's" and walk around this historic island. Louis' mother especially loves Wilma's Patio for brunch. You can take the Ferry across the water to the peninsula.
Lido Marina Village Electric Boat Rentals
This is a staple Newport activity that allows 10-12 people to rent an electric Duffy boat. There's plenty of colors to choose from in their fleet. BYOB, bring some snacks, and queue up a playlist for a great time.
Newport Harbor Paddle Boarding
Paddle boarding in the harbor is an easy and fun way to get out on the water (for all skill levels). Paddle around the harbor and enjoy a different viewpoint of the boats and houses on the water.
The Wedge
This is a legendary surf spot that locals flock to for some of the biggest waves in Southern California. Take a bike down Balboa Blvd. all the way to the end of the peninsula, there's a small park called the west getty view park just in front of "The Wedge".
Inspiration Point
In Corona Del Mar, this viewpoint is one of the most popular places to watch the sunset. Also has access to Corona Del Mar beach below it, a great place to take an afternoon walk.