Welcome to San Diego

We are Greg and Maria – proud San Diego locals – who want to share some of our favorite places in San Diego with you.
San Diego is one of the top tourist destinations in the United States. You’ll find great weather, great beaches, fun attractions, tasty beer & food year-round, and a relaxed atmosphere in America’s Finest City. Take a look at some of our top San Diego travel tips, like our favorite restaurants, taco shops & bars, the best hotels for every budget, local hangout spots & more.
Whether you are a local San Diegan looking to find new places to explore or if you are planning a trip to San Diego and need help planning your San Diego itinerary, check out our San Diego Blog – our favorite articles are below!
Recent San Diego Blog Posts

Ocean Beach San Diego Guide – Best Restaurants, Things to Do & more
A couple of minutes away from the hustle and bustle of the city, there is a…
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10 Exciting San Diego Tide Pools To Explore
Who doesn’t love tide pooling? There’s something exciting about finding a shallow pool of coastal water…

San Diego Coaster – How to Explore San Diego by Train
Need a unique, inexpensive escape from the hustle and bustle of the city? Take the San…
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Complete List of San Diego Half Marathons in 2023
Participating in a race is one of the best things a runner can do to maintain…

Snapdragon Stadium: Everything You Need To Know
In the center of Mission Valley stands San Diego’s newest sports venue: Snapdragon Stadium, the new…

Ultimate Guide To Hillcrest San Diego
It is my personal honor today to be writing about my favorite neighborhood in all of…
Top Tips for San Diego

La Jolla California – Ultimate Guide by a Local: Things to Do, Restaurants & Hotels
Rain or shine, there’s a coastal town near our lovely San Diego that will always be…
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San Diego in February: Weather & Events Schedule
San Diego in February is great. There is so much to do in February in San…

5 Reasons to Visit Oceanside, California for a Quick Getaway
Oceanside, California has gone through a total transformation in the last decade – from dodgy military…
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San Diego Military Bases – Helpful Tips Before You Get Here
San Diego – Pacific Hometown of the Naval Services San Diego–America’s finest city is first and…
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Best Campgrounds in San Diego for Some Outdoor Adventure
Camping as a kid was always an amazing experience. Even as adults, we can still find…
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San Diego History – Get To Know San Diego’s Backstory
Ah, San Diego, America’s Finest City, the Birthplace of California (not really), the Plymouth Rock of…
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Best Neighborhoods & Hotels in San Diego
Eat & Drink in San Diego

Mitch’s Seafood – Review from a Local Foodie
My husband and I come to Mitch’s twice a month or more. Every time we have…

10 Old Town San Diego Restaurants That Are NOT Tourist Traps
A lot of San Diegans get a little snobby when they have visitors in town and…
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Best Temecula Wine Tours To Try This Year
California has a few different wine regions, the most well-known being Napa Valley. But one wine-producing…

Best Mother’s Day Brunch in San Diego – Make Some Special Memories This Year
“A mother is she who can take the place of all others but whose place no…
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5 Reasons To Visit Gator by the Bay Festival San Diego
Gator by the Bay Festival – also known as Mardi Gras in May – is coming…
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Things to Do in San Diego

Ocean Beach San Diego Guide – Best Restaurants, Things to Do & more
A couple of minutes away from the hustle and bustle of the city, there is a…
Ocean Beach San Diego Guide – Best Restaurants, Things to Do & moreRead More

10 Exciting San Diego Tide Pools To Explore
Who doesn’t love tide pooling? There’s something exciting about finding a shallow pool of coastal water…

San Diego Coaster – How to Explore San Diego by Train
Need a unique, inexpensive escape from the hustle and bustle of the city? Take the San…
San Diego Coaster – How to Explore San Diego by TrainRead More

Complete List of San Diego Half Marathons in 2023
Participating in a race is one of the best things a runner can do to maintain…

Snapdragon Stadium: Everything You Need To Know
In the center of Mission Valley stands San Diego’s newest sports venue: Snapdragon Stadium, the new…

Ultimate Guide To Hillcrest San Diego
It is my personal honor today to be writing about my favorite neighborhood in all of…