Newport Beach is a popular destination for all ages, offering the best of California weather, beaches, dining, water sports, and family fun. This Southern California coastal town is known for its large harbor, ten miles of beaches, excellent whale-watching opportunities, and local craft beers.In addition, the annual international yacht race, the Ensenada International Yacht Race, brings in scores of visitors every spring. The quaint harborside community of Balboa Island is also quite a draw with its boutique shops, restaurants, and water sports rentals.