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7 Fun and Healthy Activities for Social Distancing Outdoors in San Diego

As San Diego’s nearly idyllic summer weather approaches, San Diego’s great outdoors provide numerous opportunities for fun and healthy activities that meet with today’s social distancing guidelines. Whether you’re a local resident or planning a future visit, families, friends and individuals can experience the region’s natural beauty, relaxed lifestyle and abundant recreational offerings, while keeping […]

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New and Now This Spring in San Diego

With a sunny spring in our step, there’s no shortage of things to see, taste and explore out in San Diego. From annual art celebrations and super blooms to the latest restaurant openings, here are the top picks of the latest and greatest happenings you won’t want to miss this spring.

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A Day in Mission Valley

This bustling commercial district of Mission Valley, easily accessed from all of San Diego’s neighborhoods, is so much more than shopping malls (though it has its share of those, and they are stacked with fabulous shops and plenty of delicious eats). You’ll also find a bit of California history, well-designed golf links, skydiving (no airplane […]

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20 Fun Facts about San Diego

Did you know that California’s Beach city is full of natural beauty, plenty of firsts and avocados? Check out these 20 fun facts about San Diego. 1. One of Only Two One of only two places the rare Torrey pine tree grows. See them for yourself at Torrey Pines State Natural Reserve. 2. Most Small […]

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San Diego on a Budget

With sun-splashed beaches, scenic hiking trails, world-class museums, and unending eateries, enjoying the best of San Diego is a snap. More to the point, it doesn’t have to cost a penny. Some of the region’s best sights, most delicious bites, and finest cultural institutions are free or cheap. To boot, hotels all over town cater […]

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A Day in Downtown San Diego

Downtown San Diego, with its dramatic skyline of high rises juxtaposed with historic buildings and set on San Diego Bay and nearby Balboa Park, encompasses so many things about the region: art and architecture, nautical history and fishing fleets, world renowned beer and delicious eats. It would take a lifetime to fully explore. But downtown […]

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Holiday Cheer San Diego Style Starting at $99 a Night

Ditch the heavy winter coat for flip flops and swim trunks and spend your holiday season in California’s Beach City. Find your smile in San Diego where the average daytime temperatures during the holiday season rarely dip below 65. Looking for another reason to head San Diego? Many hotels are offering special holiday deals for […]

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Kids Free San Diego All October Long

San Diego is the ideal vacation spot for families all year long, but October is especially awesome. Each year, more than 100 restaurants, hotels, attractions, activities and more offer incredible deals for families to experience during the month as part of Kids Free San Diego. Here are a few examples of ways to make San […]

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