Growing up in Newport Beach there was always one event that signified the holidays were upon us: The Newport Beach Christmas Boat Parade.

Held in mid-December each year, this community event involves a procession of festively lit boats around Newport Bay.

Over the years I’ve been lucky enough to enjoy the boat parade from many different perspectives. From rooftop decks to restaurants, to being in the parade myself onboard a boat!

You can view the Newport Beach Christmas Boat Parade from these restaurants:

  • The Lighthouse
  • Newport Landing
  • Harborside
  • Waterline Newport Beach
  • Rusty Pelican
  • Malibu Farm Lido
  • Nobu
  • HanaHaus

No matter the venue, the holiday cheer, and beautiful lights are always amazing, with people coming…

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37 Mandria | Newport Coast

NEWPORT COAST, Calif. (December 12, 2016) – The Jacqueline Thompson Group recently listed and sold a highly upgraded townhome in the coveted neighborhood of Ziani in Newport Coast. In an impressive 8 days – making it the quickest sale in Ziani since 2011 – Jacqueline Thompson expertly negotiated an exceptional price for her seller and put the home in escrow.

The Newport Coast residence has been beautifully upgraded and graces a premier location at the front row of a quiet, tree-lined footpath with panoramic city lights, mountain, and hillside views. Designed on two levels for ultimate livability, this light and bright 3 bedroom, 3.5 bath home features hardwood flooring, expansive ceiling height, Hunter Douglas window shades, and a gourmet kitchen…

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NEWPORT BEACH, Calif. (December 12, 2016) – With over $230 million in sales in the past two years alone, Jacqueline Thompson and her group continue to be a driving force in coastal Orange County real estate. Most recently, Thompson found the perfect home for her buyer-client in the sought-after Newport Beach enclave of Bonita Canyon.

The 5 bedroom home sits on a large and secluded lot and offers serene views of the greenery and rolling hills of bordering Bonita Canyon. With a gourmet kitchen, and fully equipped backyard including built-in BBQ, fire pit, and Jacuzzi, the home is perfect for entertaining.

Jacqueline has achieved her immense success in luxury real estate thanks to her superior knowledge of Orange County's exclusive neighborhoods, and…

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37 Mandria | Newport Coast

This exceptional Plan 5 residence in Newport Coast’s sought-after Ziani community has been beautifully upgraded and graces a premier location at the front row of a quiet, tree-lined footpath with panoramic city lights, mountain and hillside views.

Designed on two levels for ultimate livability, this light and bright 3 bedroom, 3.5 bath home features hardwood flooring, expansive ceiling height, Hunter Douglas window shades, and a gourmet kitchen with top-of-the-line stainless steel appliances including Sub-Zero fridge and wine captain, and sit-up bar. Ideal for entertaining and relaxed - yet stylish - everyday living, the flow between family room, dining room, and kitchen is effortless. Upstairs, a large master suite with balcony and scenic vistas…

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126 Canyon Creek | Shady Canyon

IRVINE, Calif. (December 5, 2016) - Jacqueline Thompson has completed one of the highest ever sales on Canyon Creek with the closing of a $8.49 million home at 126 Canyon Creek. This record breaking sale solidifies Jacqueline’s position as the number one agent working in the exclusive Irvine enclave of Shady Canyon today.

The European-influenced custom estate at 126 Canyon Creek is a romantic blend of Italian farmhouse meets modern luxury. The six bedroom and six-and-two half bath home, perched at the end of a cul-de- sac, is spread over expansive resort grounds and bordered by a nature preserve. Some of the high end amenities include a wine cellar, bonus room, bar, fitness center, hair salon, guest living suite, outdoor shower, Bocce ball court…

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Go-Kart Racing is an exciting activity, with some great locations in Orange County thanks to K1 Speed.

We recently attended a casual group event at the K-1 Indoor Go-Kart raceway in Irvine. What a fun and thrilling evening!

The excitement this place inspires is apparent as soon as you walk in the doors. The staff at the raceway took care of organizing the teams we were to compete with, as well as suiting us up when it was our turn to drive.

The facilities and equipment are all extremely clean and well taken care of. Safety was obviously their number one priority while still making sure we had a great time on the racetrack and off.

After a quick lesson and safety tutorial, we were in the driver seat ready to take to the track. For those on…

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LAGUNA BEACH, Calif. (December 5, 2016) – Jacqueline Thompson, one of coastal Orange County’s top-selling real estate agents, closed the sale of a multi-unit investment property for her client in Laguna Beach.

Offering panoramic ocean views, the South Laguna Beach duplex hosts a first floor 2 bedroom, 1 bath unit; and a second level 2 bedroom, 1 bath unit. Recently remodeled, the property was a great find for Thompson’s investor client and sits a short distance from beaches and all the restaurants and boutique shops Laguna Beach has to offer.

With nearly $800 Million in residential real estate sold, Jacqueline Thompson continues to help her clients find the perfect homes in Newport Beach, Newport Coast, Crystal Cove, Laguna Beach, Irvine, and Shady…

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