Category: Day Trip

Posted on 12/18/2025

Coastal Memories with Your Best Friend: A Pet‑Friendly San Diego Story

Coastal Memories with Your Best Friend: A Pet‑Friendly San Diego Story

There’s a certain magic in the way dogs experience the world. Tails wagging at the sound of waves, noses twitching at the scent of salt air, paws pressing into warm sand. For many of us, those moments become the memories...

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Posted on 9/18/2025

Coastal Gems of North County San Diego: Explore Encinitas, Cardiff-by-the-Sea & Leucadia

Coastal Gems of North County San Diego: Explore Encinitas, Cardiff-by-the-Sea & Leucadia

Looking for the perfect beach destination in Southern California? Encinitas, Cardiff-by-the-Sea, and Leucadia offer a unique blend of surf culture, boutique charm, and laid-back luxury—making them top picks for travelers seeking vacation rentals in North County San Diego. Whether you're...

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Posted on 4/29/2022

DAY TRIP: Point Loma

DAY TRIP: Point Loma

History, Views, Nature, Marinas... Point Loma! Point Loma is a peninsula in the city of San Diego which includes Ocean Beach, Liberty Station, Harbor Island, and Shelter Island. It is known as the place “where California began” since it is the landing place of...

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Posted on 4/19/2022

DAY TRIP: Del Mar

Del Mar History Colonel Jacob Taylor purchased 338 acres of beautiful coastline in 1885 with visions of building a seaside resort. Del Mar ("Of the Sea") incorporated in 1959. First renowned during the golden era of the movie industry, Del...

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Posted on 2/2/2022

Your Guide to Whale Watching

Your Guide to Whale Watching

It’s the perfect time for whale watching in San Diego! Every winter, about 20,000 Pacific gray whales travel 10,000 miles round-trip (the longest migration of any mammal on earth) from Alaska to the lagoons of Baja California, Mexico. That makes...

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Posted on 9/21/2021

DAY TRIP: Encinitas

DAY TRIP: Encinitas

Just north of Solana Beach lies a beach town with it's own unique flair. Recently named among the 20 best surf towns in the world by National Geographic, Encinitas wears its surf history proudly. Located along six miles of Pacific...

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Posted on 9/7/2021

DAY TRIP: Balboa Park

DAY TRIP: Balboa Park

Head south about 20 miles from Solana Beach and you'll find one of the oldest parks in the United States dedicated to public recreational use. Since 1835, Balboa Park is where culture and nature meet. Lush grounds, from gardens to forests, fountains to...

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Posted on 8/25/2021

DAY TRIP: Carlsbad

DAY TRIP: Carlsbad

Eight miles north of Stubbs is the coastal town of Carlsbad. A charming town with a European influence, this "Village by the Sea" is filled with excellent restaurants, diverse shopping centers, historical destinations and world famous attractions. If you're looking...

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Posted on 7/1/2021

Local Public Golf Courses

Local Public Golf Courses

It’s no wonder San Diego was hailed by Golf Digest as “one of the top 50 golf destinations in the world.” Whether you’re looking for ocean views, desert sun or mountain vistas, every one of San Diego county’s 86 courses...

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Posted on 5/26/2021

DAY TRIP: Oceanside

DAY TRIP: Oceanside

Covering 3.6 square miles, Solana Beach is loaded with restaurants, shops and attractions all within walking distance. But, if you’re looking to get out of town for the day without the stress of driving, head over to the Solana Beach...

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