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It was a gorgeous day!!  Sky was clear, wind was picking up and the engines were working.  Always a good thing. As you can see the wind was a little lighter when we started and by the time we were heading back to the slip it had picked up. We were able to accomplish our goal - so it was a very good day!!  When we were back in the dock slip we found out small craft warning was expected for later in the day.  So glad we got our work done early. The first photo is of the Pavilion.  I just love taking photos of it.  Ever since high school. If you ever make it to Newport Beach - I think one of the nicest places to walk is around the perimeter of Balboa Island.  You feel like you have the view of a bayfront  house without spending millions.

Marriott Newport Coast Villas is a fantastic place to vacation.  It is close to so many terrific locations. We were there during a recent heat wave and it could not have been more perfect.  The staff is amazing.  They help out in every way imaginable way. The view is terrific. From every direction the view is picture perfect. Our family was partial to the pool and the pool bar and grill. Now for the location of the property.  It is close to Laguna Beach, Newport Beach, Corona del Mar, and Crystal Cove State Beach.  Disneyland is also about 40 minutes away (depending on traffic). There are plenty of activities at the Marriott Villas but it is centrally located in Southern California.

Balboa Island is one of Southern California's little treasures.  I have always loved going to this island.  One of my favorite things about the Balboa is the bay walk all the way around the island. This photo show just how close everything is - bay, beach, walk way and benches.  This next one show the main shopping street on the island. I love benches and coffee. If you are traveling to Southern California, Balboa Island is a wonderful place to visit.  Either to stay or stroll around.  Marine street is the main shopping area on the island.  There are a few more shops down by the ferry. The ferry goes between the island and the peninsula. Back to Marine street there are a number of places to eat and drink.  And a number of clothing shops and knick knack shops.  All very beach oriented.  It is a beach vacation location. If you take the ferry across to the peninsula it is a very short walk to the ocean. During the hol...

As the sign says Roger's Gardens has nursery, patio, landscape, home accents, gifts, and holiday items.  The Farmhouse is a restaurant located within Roger's Gardens.  The restaurant is fantastic.  Reservations are a good idea. The real beauty of the place are the many paths wondering through the nursery. There are so many little gems like the Farmhouse Restaurant in Newport Beach, it is fun to have a blog to show them off.