Need weekend plans? With weather averaging 75 and sunny all weekend, there’s plenty to do outdoors! From full-throttle fun watching powerboat races in Mission Bay to a knee-slapping good time listening to bluegrass music in the scenic mountain town of Julian. • Banjos twang full force in the historic town of Julian during the 40th Annual […]
Restaurant Week and The Ultimate Foodie Slumber Party
San Diego Restaurant Week is just around the corner. The foodie in my is screaming, “YAAAY! Think of all the things I get to try this year,” while the sensible money-saver in me is screaming, “YAAY!! Three-course meals for only $20-$40 per person!” SO basically, every little part of me wins this battle. San Diego […]
Friday the 13th: Ink Edition
Just a heads up – This post was published in 2010. Friday the 13th is usually associated with being unlucky. Well if you’re an ink-addict, we’ve got some lucky news for you. For today only, San Diego tattoo shops are offering Friday the 13th tattoos for only $13. The following are a few of the […]
Disney’s World of Color Road Show comes to San Diego
A version of the recently opened Disney California Adventure show “World of Color” is being projected onto the side of the USS Midway Museum at Navy Pier now through July 25 starting at 9:00pm! In each of the four California cities of the Road Show, specially produced animation is projected onto a familiar landmark, using […]
Bring Your Crew to Avenue Q
We all watched Sesame Street, right? I grew up watching puppets solve problems, teach new letters and numbers, and singing songs about friendship, sharing and feelings. Avenue Q is a lot like Sesame Street, except puppets solve much more adult problems, learn about racism, and sing songs about the dark side of the internet. And […]
This is It: Michael Jackson Celebrations
This is it: Friday it will be a full year since we lost Michael Jackson, the King of Pop. Find a spot in San Diego to celebrate his life and remember his greatest hits. In honor of the first anniversary of Michael Jackson’s death, Hornblower Cruises and Magic FM has planned a rockin’ celebration onboard Inspiration […]
Taste of the San Diego Fair
In honor of the San Diego County Fair’s theme “Taste of the Fair,” my husband and I set out accomplish one goal: to find him the most outrageous fair food and take pictures of him eating it. After doing a pre-food walk around to listen to music and burn off some pre-feasting calories, we came […]
5 to Try: Father’s Day Edition
Need ideas for Father’s Day? Whether you’re looking for an aquatic adventure or a day exploring San Diego’s museums, we’ve got you covered. 1. Julian Gold Rush Days(6/19 – 6/20) – There’s gold in them hills! Celebrate the discovery of gold in this mountain town of Julian with two days of events including gold panning, living […]
Portugese Tall Ship Sagres Sails into San Diego
This morning I was able to see the Portugese tall ship Sagres make its way into the Embarcadero. I was able to see the sails all the way from my office, and made it down there just as the sailors were docking. It was amazing to see a full crew make its way into the […]
San Diego Reaches Out to Stranded Visitors
San Diego realizes that many visitors are stranded due to volcanic ash. In support, the following hotels and attractions are offering special rates to accommodate visitors during this time. Hotel Rates: – Motel 6, 3708 Plaza Dr., 760.941.1011, $39.60 per night. – Motel 6 Downtown, 909 N Coast Hwy., 760.721.1543 $49.99 per night w/ micro […]