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Easter at VEA Newport Beach
03.31.26
Spring arrives in Newport Beach with a full lineup of Easter celebrations at VEA Newport Beach, A Marriott Resort & Spa. From a morning brunch overlooking the coast to family-friendly festivities and a relaxing spa escape, the resort offers a thoughtful way to spend the holiday.
Easter Brunch at VIEW | Sunday, April 5
Brunch is served at VIEW Restaurant & Lounge with a menu from Executive Chef Adam Haverland. Highlights include a signature breakfast burrito, lobster benedict, avocado toast and fresh fruit parfait. Guests 21 and older can add mimosas or Bloody Marys. Seating is available from 6:30 a.m. to 3 p.m., with reservations offered on OpenTable, including firepit and ocean-view options.
Easter Egg Hunt at Sunset Lawn | Sunday, April 5
Families can head to Sunset Lawn for a festive egg hunt with sweet treats, Easter Bunny appearances and photo moments. The experience is complimentary for resort guests and those dining at VIEW, with hunt times at 9 a.m., 9:45 a.m. and 10:30 a.m.
In-Room Easter Baskets
Guests can add an Easter basket to their stay, delivered directly to their room. Each includes bunny ears, a coloring book and puzzle, toys and seasonal treats. Orders must be placed one day in advance here.
Spring Awakening Ritual at SPA VEA
At SPA VEA, the seasonal Spring Awakening Ritual is available through June in 80- or 100-minute treatments. The experience begins with a jasmine and hibiscus body buff, followed by a floral aromatherapy massage designed to ease tension and restore balance. The spa’s ocean-view setting, along with its steam room, sauna and relaxation areas, completes the experience.
Treatments can be reserved online.
900 Newport Center Dr, Newport Beach. (949) 640-4000
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Willbo Brings Western-Inspired Style to Lido Marina Village
03.28.26
Lido Marina Village welcomes a new addition this spring with the opening of Willbo, a California-based brand rooted in craftsmanship, heritage and the spirit of the American West.
The boutique opens Thursday, April 2, marking Willbo’s expansion into Orange County.
Inspired by the Southwest, the Sierra Nevada and the California coast, Willbo brings together sport, art and design through pieces crafted by American artisans. The collection reflects a lifestyle shaped by time on the water, evenings outdoors and an appreciation for quality and simplicity.
Founded in Laguna Beach, the brand now arrives in Newport Beach with a curated selection that blends Western influence with a coastal point of view. The space highlights pieces designed for everyday living that balance function and style.
Store hours are Monday through Saturday from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Willbo is located at 3434 Via Lido, Suite 100, Newport Beach.
To explore the collection, brand story and latest offerings, visit willbousa.com.
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