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 year-round great weather, great beaches, fun attractions, tasty beer & food, 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 and 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 to plan your San Diego itinerary, check out our San Diego Blog – our favorite articles are below!
Recent San Diego Blog Posts

5 Must-Know Tips For Gator By The Bay Festival
Gator by the Bay is one of the largest Cajun festivals outside of Louisiana and a…

Omni La Costa Resort Carlsbad – Hot Air Balloon Experience
I love hotels that offer fun entertainment to their guests and also bring in locals to…
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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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Amazing Things to Do in Oceanside, California
A seaside oasis of outdoor recreation and beautiful sandy beaches. This is Oceanside, San Diego County’s…

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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Carlsbad Flower Fields: 2022 Guide & Top Tips
70 million individual flowers bloom each season at the Carlsbad Flower Fields. 70 million! For over…
Best Neighborhoods & Hotels in San Diego
Eat & Drink in San Diego

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…
Best Mother’s Day Brunch in San Diego – Make Some Special Memories This YearRead More

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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Best San Diego Distilleries You HAVE to Check Out
In November, Greg and I went to the San Diego Distillers Guild Festival and got to…

Best Old Town Temecula Restaurants To Try in 2022
There’s just something about walking about in a town so immersed in history that it even…

Where to Catch the Aloha Spirit in San Diego
“May there always be warmth in your hale, fish in your net, and aloha in your…
Things to Do in San Diego

5 Must-Know Tips For Gator By The Bay Festival
Gator by the Bay is one of the largest Cajun festivals outside of Louisiana and a…

Amazing Things to Do in Oceanside, California
A seaside oasis of outdoor recreation and beautiful sandy beaches. This is Oceanside, San Diego County’s…

Carlsbad Flower Fields: 2022 Guide & Top Tips
70 million individual flowers bloom each season at the Carlsbad Flower Fields. 70 million! For over…

San Diego Mission – Explore The Oldest Mission In California
The San Diego Mission, officially known as Mission Basilica San Diego de Alcalá, was founded on…
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San Diego Marathons in 2022 – Complete List
Nothing motivates you to stick to your running routine than signing up for a race. If…

Unique Things to Do in San Diego For Your Bucket List
We all love San Diego’s beaches, world-famous Zoo and Safari Park, picturesque Embarcadero waterfront, tasty Little…
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Top Tips for San Diego

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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Fun San Diego Winter Activities You Have To Try
San Diego Winter – Enjoy fun times in America’s Finest City Winter in San Diego is…

Go San Diego Card – Is It Worth It?
Are you planning a trip to San Diego and want to visit the main attractions? Then…