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Maria Haase - San Diego Explorer

Maria Haase has been a travel writer since 2007, stumbling into this profession during an internship in China. She grew up in Germany, but has lived in San Diego since 2006. Maria loves to share her favorite spots, help visitors plan their trips and share helpful tips about her chosen hometown San Diego.

Best Temecula Wine Tours To Try This Year

group of people drinking wine in a vineyard during sunset

Planning to go wine tasting in Temecula? Here are the best Temecula Wine Tours, including tours from San Diego and OC.

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Omni La Costa Resort Carlsbad – Hot Air Balloon Experience

yellow hot air balloon flying over a golf course on a sunny day

I love hotels that offer fun entertainment to their guests and also bring in locals to enjoy the facilities. Last weekend, Greg and I were invited to the Hot Air Balloon Experience at Omni La Costa Resort in Carlsbad. The Take a Flight event included several short hot air balloon flights over the property with …

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5 Reasons To Visit Gator by the Bay Festival San Diego

people dressed up in Mardi Gras Colors at the Gators by the Bay Festival in San Diego

Gator by the Bay Festival – also known as Mardi Gras in May – is coming up May 9-12, 2024, the largest Cajun Festival in Southern California. It is one of my favorite things to do in San Diego in the Spring. If you love Jazz, spicy gumbo, boiled Crawfish and are ready to let …

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Get Pampered at Glen Ivy Hot Springs! Relaxation Guaranteed!

Glen Ivy Hot Springs Pools with fountain and Lush Gardens

When life gets too much and all you want is a day of relaxation and pampering, it is time for a day at Glen Ivy Hot Springs. If you have never been to Glen Ivy in Corona, California, here is a quick summary of what to expect: Glen Ivy Hot Springs is a day spa, …

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Dana Point Harbor Christmas Lights, Boat Parade & Holiday Fun

Sign with Text: Dana Point Harbor and list of restaurants and shops, trees decorated with blue and multicolored Lights

It’s time to jump into the Holiday Season and I have just the right thing for you: the Dana Point Harbor Christmas Lights and Menorah display with over 700000 twinkling lights. The Holiday Lights at the Harbor in Dana Point will give you a beautiful “Hallmark-y” Holiday experience, whether you are taking the whole family …

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Best Places to Ice Skate in San Diego

ice rink on the beach in Coronado with palm trees at sunset

Are you looking for the best places to Ice Skate in San Diego? Then you have come to the right place. Here is a list of all San Diego ice rinks, from year-round to seasonal ice rinks. Ice skating is one of those activities that make for happy memories. I remember when my grandparents would …

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8 Ways to Celebrate Fall in San Diego

orange pumpkin on a tree stump in the foreground, pumpkin field out of focus in the background, blue sky above

San Diego is not usually known for the typical fall experience with crisp temperatures, colorful fall foliage, and cozy days in front of the fireplace. Fall in San Diego is not that much different than 90% of the rest of the year: 75 F and sunny. When I moved here from Germany many years ago, …

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5 Reasons to Visit Oceanside, California for a Quick Getaway

Visit Oceanside Pier during sunset

Oceanside, California has gone through a total transformation in the last decade – from dodgy military town to SoCal’s hidden coastal gem. I recently took the Coaster up to visit Oceanside just for the day and can’t wait to return and explore more soon. If you are looking for a fun little San Diego Staycation, …

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Amazing Things to Do in Flagstaff Arizona

Aerial View of Flagstaff Train station / Flagstaff visitor center and a fright train passing by in front of it.

To be honest, before my recent trip to Flagstaff, Arizona, I didn’t know much about this town other than that it is close to the Grand Canyon. In the past, I had stayed there a few times, but only to catch a few hours of sleep before heading off to see the Grand Canyon (Flagstaff …

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10 Fun & Unique Things To Do in Tijuana Mexico

Aerial view of the round theatre of the CECUT cultural center in Tijuana during night

Tijuana, San Diego’s sister city just across the border is always a fun place to visit. My husband and I love going down there for the day or a quick weekend getaway. On our frequent trips, we have discovered some of the most fun and unique things to do in Tijuana and want to share …

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