Planning to go wine tasting in Temecula? Here are the best Temecula Wine Tours, including tours from San Diego and OC.
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 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
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!
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
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
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 …
8 Ways to Celebrate Fall in San Diego
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, …
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 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
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 …
10 Fun & Unique Things To Do in Tijuana Mexico
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 …










