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Beyond San Diego

From Day Trips to Weekend Getaways we cover also some nearby destinations that are worth checking out.

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Best Dana Point Harbor Restaurants: Great Food & Stunning Views

December 14, 2021 By: Noreen Kompanik This article may contain affiliate links. We may earn a small commission if you buy through our links.

We certainly love our Southern California coastal towns, especially beautiful, charming Dana Point. It’s one of our favorites for its unique vibe, picturesque harbor location, stunning beaches, towering seaside cliffs, and a classy but casual relaxing atmosphere. If you’re into great seafood and dining with a view, Dana Point Harbor restaurants have you covered. You’ll …

Filed Under: Beyond San Diego Tagged With: Beach Town, San Diego Restaurants, Southern California Beach Towns

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Get Pampered at Glen Ivy Hot Springs! Relaxation Guaranteed!

December 14, 2021 By: Maria Haase This article may contain affiliate links. We may earn a small commission if you buy through our links.

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, …

Filed Under: Beyond San Diego Tagged With: San Diego Date Ideas, San Diego for Couples, San Diego for Locals, San Diego Wellness

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12 Best Things to Do in Dana Point, California

March 6, 2023 By: Noreen Kompanik This article may contain affiliate links. We may earn a small commission if you buy through our links.

Renowned as the “whale watching capital of the world” Dana Point, California is one of the most low-key and unpretentious of Southern California beach towns, and one that’s often overlooked. But it shouldn’t be. For San Diego residents, it’s only an hour-plus road trip to this sun-drenched Southern California treasure. There are so many things …

Filed Under: Beyond San Diego Tagged With: San Diego for Locals, Southern California Beach Towns, Weekend Getaways

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Best Old Town Temecula Restaurants To Try in 2023

January 11, 2023 By: Noreen Kompanik This article may contain affiliate links. We may earn a small commission if you buy through our links.

There’s just something about walking about in a town so immersed in history that it even has its original wooden boardwalk. Here in Old Town Temecula, the old and new blend together seamlessly in perfect harmony. And this also reflects in the food. Old Town Temecula restaurants will tantalize your tastebuds with old-time favorites, surprise you …

Filed Under: Beyond San Diego, San Diego Eat & Drink Tagged With: San Diego Restaurants, Temecula

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Amazing Things to Do in Flagstaff Arizona

March 20, 2023 By: Maria Haase This article may contain affiliate links. We may earn a small commission if you buy through our links.

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 …

Filed Under: Beyond San Diego Tagged With: Arizona, Beyond San Diego

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10 Fun & Unique Things To Do in Tijuana Mexico

March 28, 2023 By: Maria Haase This article may contain affiliate links. We may earn a small commission if you buy through our links.

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 …

Filed Under: Beyond San Diego Tagged With: Baja California

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15 Amazing Things To Do in Temecula

March 6, 2023 By: Noreen Kompanik This article may contain affiliate links. We may earn a small commission if you buy through our links.

Mention Temecula, and the first thing that comes to mind is wine. It’s true that wine put this amazing Southern California region on the map. However, Temecula’s history, picturesque landscapes with verdant rolling hills dotted with vineyards and magnificent views, exquisite cuisine, and friendly people are all a part of making this region so beloved. …

Filed Under: Beyond San Diego Tagged With: Temecula, Wine Lovers

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Dana Point Whale Watching Capital Of The World

March 6, 2023 By: Noreen Kompanik This article may contain affiliate links. We may earn a small commission if you buy through our links.

Unpretentious and laid-back, Dana Point is the Southern California surf town with a magnificent thriving harbor and awesome beach vibe. Located an hour or so up the coast from San Diego, it’s a great place for a getaway. One of our favorite draws to this small town? Dana Point whale watching! This area is renowned …

Filed Under: Beyond San Diego Tagged With: San Diego Date Ideas, San Diego Day Trips, San Diego Ocean & Bay, San Diego With Kids, Whale Watching Tours

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Julian Apple Pie: Which one is the BEST?

February 22, 2021 By: Maria Haase This article may contain affiliate links. We may earn a small commission if you buy through our links.

Julian apple pie is famous throughout Southern California. If you live in the Los Angeles/San Diego metro areas or somewhere in between, a trip to Julian for a stroll along Main Street, picking apples, and an afternoon at the gold mine is a fun tradition for many. And eating apple pie is always part of …

Filed Under: Beyond San Diego Tagged With: Julian, San Diego Day Trips

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California Wildflowers 2023 – Where to See the Southern California Superbloom

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

There’s just something about Mother Nature…and her magnificent California wildflowers. American naturalist John Burroughs once said, “I go to nature to be soothed, and healed, and to have my senses put in order.” How very true. When is California Wildflower Season? Spring is an absolutely beautiful time of the year in Southern California. A time when …

Filed Under: Beyond San Diego Tagged With: San Diego Day Trips, San Diego Outdoor Activities, Spring in San Diego

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