The Newport Aquatic Center is located in the Back Bay area of Newport Beach.  This is an Olympic level facility open to all area residents.  The center was founded in 1982 and was built in 1987. The public is welcome to come enjoy rowing, canoeing, kayaking and outrigger canoeing.  Rowers and paddlers of all ages and ability levels are welcome.  NAC offers classes from both local instructors and colleges. Private instruction is also available. Members can rent equipment to enjoy kayaking and paddle boarding in the bay. Many national teams from Europe come to the Newport Aquatic Center throughout the year to hone their skills.  The center hosts may different events, at many different skill levels all year long.  Newport Aquatic Center members have won twelve Olympic Gold Medals through the years.  For further information about events, rentals, classes and membership see their website: http://newportaquaticcenter.com/.

Pelican Hill is a prestigious area in Newport Beach.  The Pelican Hill Resort, Spa and Golf Course are located in this area of Newport Beach.  Let the Franco Team of real estate professionals will be able to help you find your perfect home is this area of Newport Beach.  Perched above the 12th hole on the Pelican Hill Golf Course in Pelican Point, the home at 42 Pelican Point Drive has a picture perfect location.  This is a Baroque styled home that is reminiscent of the 16th century Europe.  Builders took three years to perfect this masterpiece.  The interior of the home has a large gourmet kitchen, theater, wine cellar and a five car garage.  Among the fine details are hand designed mosaics, hand blown glass and trompe I oeil style paintings.  The outdoors is just as gorgeous as the inside featuring a pool, spa, and abundant gardens.