We had the BEST time cruising Newport Harbor with Duffy Electric Boats! The whole experience was so…read moreeasy, fun, and such a perfect way to spend the day on the water. The boat was clean, comfortable, and had plenty of room for our group, snacks, and drinks! The Newport Harbor views were absolutely gorgeous, especially around sunset. Whether you're celebrating something special, planning a date, or just looking for a fun day with friends or family, this is such a great experience. We're already talking about when we can come back for another Duffy day! Highly recommend!

After leaving a review and a voicemail regarding my customer service concern, I received a phone…read morecall from Brianna who is managing the employees at Duffy rental. She was incredibly kind and helpful. She acknowledged my concerns, validated how I felt about the experience, and assured me that improved staff training would take place so that these kinds of interactions are eliminated in the future. Brianna restored my faith in Duffy rentals, but I still would not go back if Shirley is the face of the company at the boat dock. I was disappointed with how she handled a conflict during our experience. Rather than remaining calm, listening to the concern, and working toward a reasonable solution, the interaction felt unnecessarily confrontational and poorly managed. I understand that difficult situations can arise in any customer-facing business, but employees--particularly those placed in positions where they are expected to resolve problems--should have the training and professionalism to de-escalate conflict rather than contribute to it. My concern isn't that there was a disagreement; disagreements happen. It was the way the situation was handled. Better communication, maturity, and conflict-resolution training would have made a significant difference in our experience. But, again... thank you to Brianna for taking my call on a weekend.

Are you kidding me? This is soooo fun! Did it on the 4th of July, the driver was patient with our…read moredrinking loudness!!! We had an amazing time!

Came out with some friends to celebrate some birthdays, and was not disappointed! The directions on…read morefinding the tiki were clear, boarding was a breeze and Nico was a great captain for the night. We did the 7:30-9pm time slot and it was perfect, we boarded as the sun was finally setting and were able to cruise around as the night was taking over. Nico was knowledgeable about the area and should us some points of interest. There is a sushi restaurant and a place where you can order burgers and other food right next to where you board the tiki. It can get quite busy to make sure you get there with plenty of time to spare if you plan on ordering food to take out on the water with you. Sodas, ice, and some water bottles are provided for you, but make sure you have a good playlist of music ready so you can connect to their bluetooth speaker.

A fun factory tour if you're in the area!…read more If you are traveling through the Fountain Valley area, the free Yakult Factory Tour is a fantastic gem of a stop. We integrated a Wednesday 2:00 PM tour into our road trip from the Bay Area down to Carlsbad (Legoland), and it was a highly worthwhile 60-minute break for the whole family. While the official online policy states that children must be five years or older, we brought our three and six-year-old boys and had absolutely no issues. The one-hour tour is surprisingly engaging, even for young kids. It covers a high-level history of the brand, a look at some neat historical memorabilia, and a walk through of the active factory floor where you can see the fermentation, bottling and packaging process, though photos are unfortunately not allowed in that section. They are also incredibly generous, providing free squishy toys alongside full size samples of both the classic and low-calorie Yakult drinks. Growing up drinking Yakult when I visited my grandparents in Taiwan and getting them as treats in the bay, it was fascinating for me to learn more about its history after its founding in Japan, and both of our boys thoroughly enjoyed themselves. When you arrive (or before you leave), there are a couple of great photo opportunities outside the factory, including a life-size Yakult bottle. I also asked the staff if they plan to sell branded merchandise in the future, and they mentioned it is highly likely in the works, though not available just yet. While we wouldn't suggest making a dedicated trip just for this, it is a highly recommended, high-value stop if you are already traveling through the area. Our boys also are very excited now when we get Yakult from the local Asian grocery store and know that you should drink one bottle a day for the right amount of probiotics :)

We had so much fun on our Yakult Factory tour!…read more Our tour guide went over the history of Yakult, discussed the benefits of probiotics, and led us through the factory where Yakult is made from start to finish. We even got to sample Yakult (regular) and Yakult Light (low calorie version). At the end of our tour they handed out cute Yakult stickers as souvenirs. No gift shop :( Some notable things I learned on the tour: -Yakult is not supposed to be frozen. Freezing/thawing Yakult kills the probiotics -The L. paracasei strain Shirota has been proven to survive in stomach acid conditions so that they make it into your intestines alive -Yakult will be opening their second US factory in Georgia! And it will be way bigger! FREE tours can be booked on their website. Tours are only available on weekdays and last about an hour. Plenty of parking in their parking lot. No photography during the factory portion.

Always a great experience renting a pontoon from Paradiso!…read moreKyle was great as always..meets us with a smile on his face every time and is very helpful.Thanks again!! Carla & George

We had a wonderful experience with Paradiso Yacht Charters! From start to finish, everything was…read moreexceptionally well organized and exceeded our expectations. The Paradiso team, especially Kathi and Chacha, did an amazing job helping us plan and coordinate our event. Everything went exactly as described, with no unexpected surprises, which made the entire planning process smooth and stress-free. The catering was fantastic as well. Chef Tom made it very easy to coordinate the menu, and having Chef Teddy with us during the event gave everyone added confidence that everything and everyone would be satisfied. The food and service were both excellent. On the day of the event, Captain Noah and Captain Joe did a tremendous job ensuring that we stayed on schedule while keeping everyone safe and comfortable throughout the entire trip. Their professionalism and attention to detail really made a difference. Overall, we couldn't have asked for a better experience. The entire Paradiso team went above and beyond to make our event enjoyable, seamless, and memorable. We would highly recommend Paradiso Yacht Charters to anyone looking to plan a special event on the water! A special thank you to Captain Noah for making the ceremony especially meaningful. He took the time to get to know the departed and incorporated thoughtful personal touches that made the experience even more heartfelt and memorable. His compassion, attention to detail, and genuine care truly helped make the ceremony a beautiful tribute. Sincerely, Norman P. Goco

First experience on the Tiki boat for a large group gathering. Severely disappointed for the…read morefollowing reasons: 1. Each person paid a hefty price for a dinner cruise that never left the dock. 2. The boat is so old it can't even handle being in unstill water. 3. Main floor is extremely hot with no air, cross breeze or circulation. 4. Main floor is very old and dingy looking. I rated it a "3" because an attempt to make things right, by not leaving the dock, they allegedly upgraded us from the bottom shelf alcohol to top shelf. Plus the food was actually pretty good and so was the DJ. I am unconvinced that this boat should even be in business still after our experience.

We recently celebrated our kid's 15th birthday party on the Tikiboat…read more We booked it for 3pm on a Sunday for 50 guests, and had about 45 guests show up. The pros: * Great music, DJ kept the party lively and played requests. *The food (we opted for the Mexican food option) was actually tasty. It included nacho chips, quesadillas, flautitas, and chicken hard shell tacos. Toppings: guac, crema, salsa. Paper plates, napkins, and disposable utensils were all included. Obviously, right? * The staff was chill and helpful The meh: Since this is an honest review, I must include the following. * The boat is dated. It's more like the Krusty Krab than a fancy yacht. * The boat is dingy and not as clean. It could use a good vacuuming, deep cleaning of the rugs and all surfaces. Some fresh paint could help. New tables and chairs too. It definitely needs TLC! * Not sure what happened but 30 kids and 15 adults went through the food quickly. A few of us had very little to eat and by the time we went for more, the food was gone. No left overs. In summary, we had a great experience just wish the boat had a nicer look inside and more cleanliness. If your looking to host an informal even and just want to have a great time, this is the right boat for you. I wouldn't recommend it for an upscale, black tie event. Ps I think 65 people max is a good upper limit if you want to still be able to dance. We had a GREAT time!

What an amazing trip!!! Erica and Sarah were such amazing guides!!…read more We saw whales, a shark, and lots of dolphins!!

Chris and Molly were a great team. They found a huge pod of dolphins for us and kept the boat…read moreclose to them so everyone could get great pictures . They kept the dolphins excited so they would jump and give us a great show. Then they found two Fin whales! We were able to see them surface numerous times! It was a great experience. I highly recommend Chris and Molly along with the Newport Coastal Adventure company. They are knowledgeable and truly try to give you the greatest experience possible!

Excellent service! I renewed my U.S. passport and got my China visa expedited through them. The…read moreprocess was smooth, fast, and professional. They also have many great tour packages to Europe and Asia... etc. Highly recommended! Call them if need 714 717 9258

I went here to get a 5 years visa exemption for Vietnam. It was easy and quick. All I needed was…read moreto bring my passport that is at least valid for 1 year and my fee which was low, only a little more than a 3 months multiple entry tourist visa. I didn't need to fill out any paperwork or take any pictures. Within 5 days they called me back and I picked up my passport and visa (sticker) inside. (I'm Vietnamese) you have to be Vietnamese to get the 5 year one I believe. I've recommended all my Viet friends who wants to visit Vietnam even though they said they're only going for a short time. Once you visit VN you'll more likely will go back next time etc. With a 5 years one, you don't need to keep getting a tourist visa everytime. This saves time and money.

We book the full bus to look at Naples Christmas Lights. All my family and friends had a great time…read moreand made some lasting memories!

My family was gifted this from a family member years ago so I wanted to surprise my family of 11…read moreand take the on the Christmas light tour. Aaron asked if we could even do a certain time so he can create a new time slot and I made it possible. We did talk about if it rained it would be two clicks to refund me my money. I got an email a few days before our event saying our time was canceled and the company closed indefinitely! So I tried leaving Aaron voicemails and emails and never heard back!! I notified my bank and they are going after them to collect my money! I will never use this company and I'll make sure to warn people before using them if they try to re open again! If you can't fulfill your scheduled times or call people and refund them then you have no right to be in business!

GUS!!!! HE'S THE BEST!…read more He set the tone for our entire day with such positive vibes!!! Gus truly went above and beyond to make our girls' day unforgettable. He got us set up with the cutest pink bikes, and we had the best time cruising around Balboa and exploring. It honestly turned into one of those perfect days you don't forget with the gals. We'll absolutely be coming back!

Love this place! Always my go to when visiting and when I lived here. The guys are so kind, helpful…read moreand very reliable bikes, kayakes.

Great way to go wine tasting and not worry about driving. Wade was awesome!…read more wine was good as well!

Such a fun wine tour! Cruising around in a VW van made the experience even more special. Rich was…read moreeasygoing, awesome, and made the whole day so enjoyable. Relaxed, fun, and the perfect way to explore wine country. Highly recommend!