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San Diego Marathons in 2022 – Complete List

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

Nothing motivates you to stick to your running routine than signing up for a race. If you are looking to conquer the ultimate of all race distances, check out this list of San Diego Marathons in 2022. Please keep in mind that many of the races have limited spots available, so sign up soon. There …

What to Expect at the New Rady Shell San Diego

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 …

Get Pampered at Glen Ivy Hot Springs! Relaxation Guaranteed!

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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, …

12 Best Things to Do in Dana Point, California

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 …

Dana Point Harbor Christmas Lights, Boat Parade & Holiday Fun

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

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 …

Best Places to Ice Skate in San Diego

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

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

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

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, …

San Diego Military Bases – Helpful Tips Before You Get Here

By: Michael Kompanik This article may contain affiliate links. We may earn a small commission if you buy through our links.

San Diego – Pacific Hometown of the Naval Services San Diego–America’s finest city is first and foremost a Navy town, and proud of it. Not only is San Diego the principal homeport of the U.S. Navy’s massive Pacific Fleet, but it’s also home to a surprising number of other bases and military installations. So here is …

7 Fun Earth Day Activities in San Diego This Year

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

“There are no passengers on Spaceship Earth. We are all crew”- Marshall McLuhan. Earth Day is an annual global event held every April 22nd promoting clean living and a healthy, sustainable habitat for humanity and wildlife. Environmental protection has been at the forefront of this movement since its inception in 1970 and is celebrated with …

San Diego Restaurant Week Is Almost Here! Let’s EAT!

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

It’s time to dine! The beloved and highly-touted San Diego Restaurant Week is here. The semi-annual event typically takes place each January and sometime in the fall, but was delayed due to 2021’s health restrictions. But the good news is that it’s happening! Spring has sprung, and a blossom of California restaurants here are welcoming …