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Robert Arends presents his first Essential Summer Guide to Coronado, a lowdown on what’s hot and what’s new on the island, as well as some incredible lesser-known sights that are sure to delight visitors this summer. Read More…
Claire’s on Cedros: Start the day off right…sustainable, homemade, delicious. Fletcher’s Cove: A favorite for surfers and families alike.
Birch Aquarium at Scripps: Gorgeous views, both outside and inside.
OEX La Jolla Dive and Kayak Center: Good for the body and the soul.
SeaWorld San Diego: Brand new Manta Coaster! So fun!
Botanical Garden and Lily Pond at Balboa Park: So beautiful, and totally free!
Altitude Sky Lounge at the San Diego Marriott Gaslamp Quarter: To great weather, great views, and great people…Cheers!
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Now through September 9, 2012 you can experience one of the most legendary ships of the last 100 years with TITANIC: The Artifact Exhibit at the San Diego Natural History Museum. Just leave a comment after the break far a chance to win!
San Diego has a long and proud seafaring tradition that continues today. Luckily for locals and visitors alike there is always a ship, from the recreation of Cabrillo’s 1542 San Salvador, to the longest-serving aircraft carrier now permanently docked in San Diego’s harbor, the USS Midway, ready to sail you through San Diego’s honorable maritime history. Read More…
Shhh… can you keep a secret? I almost couldn’t. I’ve known for weeks that postcard-perfect Coronado Beach was going to be crowned America’s Best Beach by “Dr. Beach.” However, I couldn’t tell a soul. I promised coastal expert Stephen Leatherman (aka Dr. Beach), that mums the word until May 25.
And today’s the day! I’m shouting it from the highest sand dunes on the island that Coronado is the #1 stretch of sand in the United States! Read More…
Along with colorful blooms and warm winds, Springtime in San Diego brings a signature event that’s as vibrant and lively as the budding flowers of the region. Each year, Mission Federal ArtWalk takes over San Diego’s Little Italy District for two days, to celebrate the talents of visual and performing artists from California and beyond. Now in its 28th Year, ArtWalk is the largest art event that takes place in San Diego. With over 350 renowned artists displaying their work for purchase, you just may find the next piece of art to covet in your collection. Read More…
If you’re a parent, you may have an unhealthy love for jumpies. That’s right, those gigantic inflated structures provide hours of fun, allowing kids to expend their infinite amount of energy. Well parents and kids of all ages in San Diego can rejoice, because there will be jumpies galore in the Kid Zone of the 2012 San Diego Crew Classic, taking place in beautiful Mission Bay on March 31 and April 1. Read More…
SeaWorld San Diego offers a range of rides, from the thrilling and exhilarating roller coasters, to rides that are perfect for chillaxing, and a few that are for designed especially for the ‘lil ones. Experience ten SeaWorld rides for yourself, including the new coaster Manta, opening in May of 2012.
Leave a comment after the break to win four (4) one day admission passes to SeaWorld San Diego, good through 6/30/2012. Read More…
USA Today recently revealed its Top Destinations for Spring Break and San Diego (of course!) was among them. After the break are 5 reasons why we think San Diego is a top pick for Spring Break… Read More…
One of the best features of San Diego as a vacation destination is the countless number world-renowned attractions that offer adventure, thrills, education and engagement for your family. For those of us lucky enough to live here, especially with children, every weekend or holiday poses a dilemma of choosing which attraction to explore. From the Zoo that made San Diego world-famous, to close encounters with Shamu, there’s some serious voting and lobbying that goes on in our house when deciding what to do on a gorgeous San Diego weekend.
One attraction that often wins out on these debates is the San Diego Zoo Safari Park (formerly known as the San Diego Wild Animal Park) and as a member of the San Diego Zoological Society, our annual pass gets us in. February and March are great months to explore the park, when the temperatures are still mild and the animals are quite active. Read More…
As we celebrate the start of 2012, I’ve put together my list of 12 reasons you should visit San Diego in 2012 in no particular order after the break… Read More…