San Diego is a place most people already think of as a relaxing destination. With year round great weather, the beach, fantastic hotel pools, etc., there are so many options for visitors looking for a little R&R. One spot I like to go to when I have girlfriends in town is the Kin Spa at […]
20 San Diego Green Facts
San Diego’s commitment to the environment and the protection of its most treasured resources – 70 miles of beautiful beaches and the best year round weather in the country – is far reaching. Below are 20 Green Facts about San Diego. On your next visit to San Diego, be sure to check one of them […]
National Dessert Day – San Diego Style
It’s National Dessert Day, not that I think there needs to be one, to me every day is dessert day. My go to dessert is chocolate. Pretty much anything with chocolate will get my attention. Below is a sampling of some delicious creations you can find in San Diego. Tell us, what is your favorite […]
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 […]
Sheraton San Diego Officially Earns Green Seal Certification
Recently, Green Seal awarded its highest award certification: Gold level. After five months of preparation, a rigorous on-site audit followed by two months of follow-up and verification, they officially received the news on August 5th. This marks the first hotel in San Diego to achieve Gold status from Green Seal. At the time of their […]
S’mores and More in San Diego
S ‘mores and summer go hand in hand, especially in San Diego where you can enjoy this delicious desert right on the beach. It’s a campfire classic that is so simple to make yet full of such gooey goodness. The more the marshmallow is burnt – the better! Want to make your own s ‘mores […]
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 […]
What’s Your US GRANT Story?
The grande dame of downtown hotels, THE US GRANT, is turning 100 this year and she’s looking better than ever. I know because one of my very favorite things to do is to walk down the the marble staircase in the lobby and back in time with the incredible collection of historic photos beautifully displayed on the lower level. These moments, […]
Say Aloha to an Authentic Hawaiian Luau
Last week I was lucky enough to attend Kona Kai Resort’s first luau of the summer. Having only experienced a luau in Hawaii when I was all of 11 years old, I had no idea what I was in for. Was I supposed to bring my own hula skirt? Did you have to eat the […]
Take A Stroll at La Jolla Shores Beach!
This past weekend was one of the best weather weekends we’ve had in a while! I really enjoyed my weekly beach volleyball games at Ocean Beach, but decided Sunday afternoon that my dose of beach on Saturday was just not enough for the weekend. With 70 miles of beaches in San Diego, there are a […]