Del Mar is a city best navigated in the mindset of a local. A coastal community located twenty minutes north of Downtown San Diego, Del Mar teems with restaurants, beaches, and activities beloved by residents who know where to be and when. This intimate guide to discovering Del Mar sheds insight on how to capitalize … Read more
Outdoor Activities in Del Mar In addition to dining and shopping fun, beautiful Del Mar offers an exciting range of activities for active folks looking for outdoor recreation by the sea, as well as those who prefer to just soak up the Southern California sun. Choose from swimming, surfing, biking, and golf to more unique … Read more
Santa Barbara Mission Guide The Santa Barbara Mission is a museum of early Spanish and Chumash Indian life that remains an active church. One of the earliest structures built in Santa Barbara, the mission was the tenth in a series founded by the Spanish. Mission Santa Barbara is unusually large and is known as “Queen … Read more
On a day trip up to San Diego’s coast, you can find funky stores, good pizza, art, endangered trees, hang gliders, an aquarium & a world-class botanical garden. Take what Californians call “The Eight,” or what the rest of the country calls Interstate 8 or I-8, almost straight into the Pacific Ocean. That’s what you … Read more
Fun, Easy Day Trip: San Diego’s Hotel del Coronado & Beach Enjoy Coronado Island’s attractions via a world-class bridge. The iconic Hotel del Coronado is on a top U.S. beach and it’s definitely worth a day trip. There were never two more opposite concepts in San Diego: the Hotel del Coronado and Tent City. Well, … Read more
Where else can you find 17 museums – and a world-famous zoo – within a short walk and many, many tourist attractions? Balboa Park is a unique and fantastic cultural playground. Located in the heart of San Diego, this amazing piece of urban property is home to gorgeous gardens, performing arts venues, 15 major museums, … Read more
At one time, Oceanside CA was little more than a playground for those who needed a break from the all-consuming world of Los Angeles. Visitors would travel by train to enjoy this seaside location that was also easily accessible to San Diego. Sunbathers would delight in the 3½ miles of pristine beaches that offered great … Read more
Mission Beach, just minutes north of San Diego on the western coast of California, offers perfect weather, scenic beauty, gorgeous sunrises and sunsets, and great beaches. A continuous stretch of beach, located between Pacific Beach and the Mission Bay Channel, Mission Beach is often referred to as “The Strand.” The beach, miles, and miles of … Read more
Temecula, California is a growing community located just north of the San Diego/Riverside county line. This beautiful valley is surrounded by mountains and is known for its clear air and moderated climate. In fact, the Mediterranean-like climate has defined the area in the form of fertile vineyards and fine wines. A vacation in Temecula will … Read more
Carlsbad CA Attractions Located about 35 miles north of San Diego, Carlsbad is often called “Village By The Sea.” This is a piece of old-world charm that entices vacationers who want a relaxing break from routine, but desire world-class attractions, things to do, awesome oceanfront lodging, great ocean-view restaurants, scenic beaches, boutique shopping, and even … Read more