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Ben J. Byard

Ben Byard is an adventurous soul from the Midwest who, after exploring all the East had to offer, wound up in San Diego with too much free time. His new home may just have become his permanent one, thanks to an overabundance of fun activities and novel sites, which he loves to share with anyone who asks—and many who are just within earshot.

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Complete Guide to Belmont Park San Diego: Fun for Kids of all Ages!

February 23, 2023 By: Ben J. Byard This article may contain affiliate links. We may earn a small commission if you buy through our links.

A quirky amusement from a bygone age, Belmont Park San Diego stands proudly on the sands of Mission Bay, overlooking both it and the Pacific Ocean. It harbors multiple rides and attractions, as well as a handful of eateries and seasonal events, all with an eye toward family fun. There is no entrance fee, but …

Filed Under: San Diego Attractions Tagged With: Family-Friendly

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San Diego Coaster – How to Explore San Diego by Train

March 2, 2023 By: Ben J. Byard This article may contain affiliate links. We may earn a small commission if you buy through our links.

Need a unique, inexpensive escape from the hustle and bustle of the city? Take the San Diego Coaster. Want to leave the quiet countryside to enjoy the city? Take the Coaster. Just looking for a fun day trip or weekend getaway with friends, but gas prices have risen too high? Take the Coaster! Run by …

Filed Under: San Diego Attractions Tagged With: San Diego for Locals, San Diego Travel Tips

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Snapdragon Stadium: Everything You Need To Know

December 20, 2022 By: Ben J. Byard This article may contain affiliate links. We may earn a small commission if you buy through our links.

In the center of Mission Valley stands San Diego’s newest sports venue: Snapdragon Stadium, the new SDSU Football Stadium. Located on SDSU’s expansion campus, it replaced the aging Jack Murphy/Qualcomm/SDCCU Stadium, much to both the chagrin and the excitement of locals. The new location opened in the summer of 2022 to great fanfare (and infamous …

Filed Under: San Diego Attractions Tagged With: San Diego Attractions, San Diego for Locals

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Top Tips For Visiting The San Diego County Fair 2023

February 24, 2023 By: Ben J. Byard This article may contain affiliate links. We may earn a small commission if you buy through our links.

Did you know that the San Diego County Fair annually welcomes upwards of a million visitors during its month-long summer run, making it the largest county fair in America? Attending this summer’s Fair leaves little question why. The San Diego Fair over-fills the Del Mar Fair Grounds, weaving between and within the various outbuildings, the …

Filed Under: San Diego Attractions Tagged With: San Diego for Couples, San Diego for Locals, San Diego North County, San Diego With Kids, Summer in San Diego

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Do You Know These “Other” San Diego Sports Teams?

June 14, 2022 By: Ben J. Byard This article may contain affiliate links. We may earn a small commission if you buy through our links.

Although baseball has become San Diego’s only big-time sport, this city does not want for athletic excitement. Fans also need places to expend their energy outside of the Petco Park. To solve this problem allow me to present ALL San Diego Sports Teams – The Padres, and all other Indoor and Outdoor sports teams in …

Filed Under: San Diego Attractions Tagged With: San Diego Attractions, San Diego for Locals

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What to Expect at the New Rady Shell San Diego

July 20, 2022 By: Ben J. Byard This article may contain affiliate links. We may earn a small commission if you buy through our links.

The Rady Shell San Diego at Jacobs Park, in all its majesty, represents another crucial step in the maturation of San Diego from a sleepy seaside resort to a major world city. With an equally worthy symphony already in place, the stage stands ready to become a destination for tourists and locals alike any day …

Filed Under: San Diego Attractions Tagged With: Downtown San Diego, San Diego Attractions, San Diego Date Ideas, San Diego for Couples, San Diego for Locals

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How to Score the Best San Diego Padres Tickets & Seats

May 3, 2022 By: Ben J. Byard This article may contain affiliate links. We may earn a small commission if you buy through our links.

Are you ready to finally see the Padres again? With the season off to a good start, what are the best ways to get San Diego Padres tickets, and what are the best seats at Petco Park this season? As a season ticket holder, I am at Petco Park several times a week and love …

Filed Under: San Diego Attractions Tagged With: Petco Park, San Diego Padres

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San Diego History – Get To Know San Diego’s Backstory

March 3, 2023 By: Ben J. Byard This article may contain affiliate links. We may earn a small commission if you buy through our links.

Ah, San Diego, America’s Finest City, the Birthplace of California (not really), the Plymouth Rock of the West Coast; a city ruled by the Kumeyaay, Spain, Mexico, the California Republic, and, finally, the United States of America. San Diego history goes back a long time. Humans have inhabited the area now known as San Diego …

Filed Under: San Diego Travel Tips Tagged With: Historic Places in San Diego, San Diego Attractions

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Mission Trails Five Peak Challenge – Top Tips from a Local

March 31, 2021 By: Ben J. Byard This article may contain affiliate links. We may earn a small commission if you buy through our links.

Mission Trails Regional Park Most San Diegans at least know of Mission Trails Regional Park, that big open space up off the 15 and 52 freeways between the city and Santee. It’s the largest urban natural area in the state, encompassing some 8,000 acres of native chaparral and winding valleys, some of it relatively untouched …

Filed Under: San Diego Attractions Tagged With: Dog-Friendly San Diego, San Diego for Locals, San Diego Outdoor Activities

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Petco Park Food – The Best Ballpark Restaurants and Meals

August 18, 2021 By: Ben J. Byard This article may contain affiliate links. We may earn a small commission if you buy through our links.

So you got yourself some Padres Tickets (and if now, you can buy them here for a great price) and now want to figure out what’s the best grub at Petco Park? The sheer quantity of Petco Park food and beverage options available borders on the absurd. No matter the budget or craving, any visitor …

Filed Under: San Diego Eat & Drink Tagged With: Petco Park, San Diego for Locals, San Diego Restaurants

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