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After the Lagoons Drain, Woodbridge's Lakes Keep a Weekend Schedule and a January Fishing Deadline

• 10/15/26

Fashion Island's Ocean Corner Is Empty. Its Dining Hours Have Never Been Longer.

• 10/8/26

Three Restaurants Have Opened Near Mariners' Mile This Year. The Marquee Names Haven't.

• 10/1/26

Point Del Mar's Five-Minute Walk to Bamboo Bistro Just Became Two Different Trips

• 09/24/26

Selling in Irvine Cove Means Selling Past Laguna Beach City Hall

• 09/17/26

The Cameo Highlands Beach Key Only Works Half the Day

• 09/10/26

The June Swell That Swallowed a Bobcat at Crystal Cove Left the Shake Shack Untouched

• 09/3/26

How to Make the Most of Your Move to Laguna Beach

• Jacqueline Thompson
• 09/1/26

What to Know When Moving to Laguna Beach and Settling Into Coastal Life.

Quail Hill's Trailhead Is the Easy Part. The Real Preserve Opens One Saturday a Month.

• 08/27/26

The Pool at Heritage Park Just Hosted the World's Fastest Swimmers

• 08/20/26

The Role of Landscaping in Boosting Your Shady Canyon Property's Curb Appeal

• Jacqueline Thompson
• 08/16/26

How Smart Landscaping Choices Improve Shady Canyon Curb Appeal and Home Value.

Five Years Later, Dinner Is Walking Distance Again in Montage Ocean Estate

• 08/13/26

The Secret to Selling Your Home Above Asking Price in Pelican Point

• Jacqueline Thompson
• 08/12/26

How to Sell Your Home Above Asking Price in Pelican Point and Attract Newport Coast's Top Buyers.

The Coast Highway Walk That Explains Laguna Beach Village's Summer

• 08/6/26

Selling a Home in Smithcliffs: Pricing Inside a 22-Home Market

• 08/6/26

A Spyglass Hill Resident's August Playbook: The Eight-Minute Geometry of Late Summer in Corona del Mar

• 07/23/26

A Resident's Summer in Laguna Canyon: The Two-Mile Corridor Hiding in Plain Sight

• 07/23/26

Finding a Home with Amazing Views That Will Take Your Breath Away in Newport Coast

• Jacqueline Thompson
• 07/19/26

What to Look for When Buying a Home with Views in Newport Coast.

How to Buy Beachfront Property in Laguna Beach

• Jacqueline Thompson
• 07/16/26

A Practical Guide to One of California's Most Coveted Coastal Markets.

Everyday Life in Laguna Beach’s Emerald Bay Enclave

• 07/16/26

Buying a Home in Emerald Bay: Ocean Views and Prestige Combined

• Jacqueline Thompson
• 07/14/26

What You Need to Know Before Buying in One of Laguna Beach's Most Coveted Communities.

Interior Design Tips for Your Custom Home in Shady Canyon

• Jacqueline Thompson
• 07/12/26

How to Honor the Architecture and Make Your Shady Canyon Home Feel Distinctly Yours.

Best Brunch Spots in Laguna Beach for the Luxury Lifestyle

• Jacqueline Thompson
• 07/9/26

Where to Brunch in Laguna Beach When Only the Best Will Do.

What Bayfront Living Feels Like in Lower Newport Bay

• 07/9/26

Investment Homes in Newport Coast: What You Need to Know

• Jacqueline Thompson
• 07/2/26

Investment Homes in Newport Coast Requires a Different Playbook.

Irvine Terrace Living: Bay Views, Parks and Convenience

• 07/2/26

Should You Sell Your Bonita Canyon Home Now?

• 06/25/26

Port Streets Homes for Space-Seeking Newport Beach Buyers

• 06/18/26

Maximizing the Value of a Cameo Highlands View Home

• 06/11/26

Ocean Heights and Newport Coast Hilltop Living Explained

• 06/4/26

Why Invest in Pelican Hill Area Properties?

• Jacqueline Thompson
• 05/29/26

What Makes Pelican Hill One of Newport Coast's Most Enduring Real Estate Investments.

Luxury Home Design Trends for 2026: What's Hot in Newport Coast and Beyond

• Jacqueline Thompson
• 05/29/26

How Today's Coastal Luxury Buyers Are Shaping the Homes They Purchase and Build.

Investing in Real Estate in Laguna Beach

• Jacqueline Thompson
• 05/28/26

A Practical Guide to One of Orange County's Most Coveted Coastal Markets.

Selling a Custom Home in Shady Canyon

• 05/28/26

From Clutter to Chic: How to Stage Your Emerald Bay Home for a Standout Tour

• Jacqueline Thompson
• 05/26/26

A Seller's Guide to Preparing Your Emerald Bay Property for the Luxury Buyer.

Designing Luxury Homes by Crystal Cove State Beach

• Jacqueline Thompson
• 05/25/26

What You Need to Know Before Designing a Custom Estate in Crystal Cove.

Best Outdoor Dining Destinations in Newport Beach

• Jacqueline Thompson
• 05/20/26

A Local's Guide to Alfresco Dining in One of California's Most Beautiful Coastal Cities.

Selling a Luxury Home in Irvine: Smart Updates That Appeal to High-End Buyers

• Jacqueline Thompson
• 04/26/26

What Sellers Need to Know About Selling a Luxury Home in Irvine.

How to Prepare Your Newport Beach Home for Showings That Impress Luxury Buyers

• Jacqueline Thompson
• 04/23/26

The Newport Beach Luxury Home Showings Strategy That Gets Offers.

How to Set the Right Price for Your Home in Shady Canyon

• Jacqueline Thompson
• 04/21/26

A Seller’s Guide from Shady Canyon’s #1 Agent.

Ultra-Luxury Real Estate Around Pelican Hill Resort: What Buyers Should Know

• Jacqueline Thompson
• 04/19/26

A Guide to Pelican Hill Real Estate in Newport Coast.

Interior Design Styles for Your Irvine Cove Home

• Jacqueline Thompson
• 04/16/26

How to Design an Irvine Cove Interior That Honors the Setting.

Exploring High-End Homes in Newport Coast vs Crystal Cove: Which Is Right for You?

• Jacqueline Thompson
• 04/14/26

Newport Coast vs Crystal Cove: How to Choose the Right Luxury Community.

Top Destinations to Unwind in Laguna Beach After a Day at the Beach

• Jacqueline Thompson
• 04/14/26

The Best Places to Unwind in Laguna Beach When the Day Winds Down.

What Makes a Home Truly Move-In Ready in Irvine's Luxury Market?

• Jacqueline Thompson
• 04/12/26

How to Identify a Truly Move-In Ready Home in Irvine's Luxury Real Estate Market.

Best Country Clubs in Orange County: Where Ultra-Luxury Meets Lifestyle

• Jacqueline Thompson
• 04/9/26

Top Country Clubs in Orange County for the Luxury Buyer.

Saunas, Plunge Pools & Wellness Features in Newport Coast Luxury Homes

• Jacqueline Thompson
• 04/7/26

Why Wellness Amenities Are Now a Baseline in Newport Coast Luxury Homes.

Architectural Styles You'll Find in Shady Canyon: Exploring the Tuscan Influence

• Jacqueline Thompson
• 04/5/26

How the Tuscan Influence Shapes Shady Canyon Homes in Irvine.

Luxury Upgrades for Your Pelican Point Property That Add Value Instantly

• Jacqueline Thompson
• 04/3/26

The Best Pelican Point Real Estate Upgrades to Elevate Your Home and Its Worth.

Buying a Home in Crystal Cove

• Jacqueline Thompson
• 03/12/26

And Why These Homes Represent a Fresh Take on Coastal Luxury.