San Diego

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The very first time I visited San Diego was in 2005. My nephew was getting baptized right after Christmas, so we drove down from LA, after first visiting my husband’s family (we also got engaged in Laguna Beach on the drive down!). Needless to say, I fell in love with San Diego almost instantly. A major reason for my love for the city was because we did the San Diego 59-mile scenic drive. It is absolutely one of the best free things to do in San Diego today or anytime you visit.

I’ve been to San Diego more times than I can count. I thought I’d seen everything, but then my friend told me about Chicano Park in San Diego. Seeing all the amazing murals, I couldn’t believe it was a place I’d never seen or heard of. I guess it’s not that surprising, since I’m not the target demographic. But, I’ve seriously been to San Diego at least 10 times, and I thought I’d done everything (like the 59 mile scenic drive). Given my serious love of street art, it was about time I made the trip.

I’m a lifestyle blogger, who over the last few years, has morphed into a travel-centric blogger. For my last two jobs, I had many opportunities to travel nationally (Seattle, Miami, New York) and internationally (like South Africa, Buenos Aires, Italy, Turks & Caicos, Puerto Vallarta). This spring, I was supposed to visit Montreal, Slovenia, and a few other U.S. cities too.

If you’re looking for a luxurious getaway on the coast of Southern California, there’s no better choice than Hotel del Coronado. This stunning resort is renowned for its gorgeous Victorian architecture, stunning ocean views, and a rich history that spans over a century. It is located on Coronado, which is just minutes from Downtown San Diego across the large San Diego-Coronado Bridge.

San Diego, known for its beautiful beaches, world-renowned attractions, and sunny weather, is a top destination for families looking for a fun and relaxing vacation. When planning your trip, finding the right hotel can make all the difference. To help you choose, we’ve put together a guide to some of the best San Diego family friendly hotel options, ensuring a comfortable and memorable stay for you and your loved ones.

We recently took Coco to Rosie’s Dog Beach in Long Beach for the second time, and she absolutely loved it! Seeing her run through the sand and splash in the waves reminded us how important it is to find the perfect beach for your furry friend. If you’re planning a trip with your pup in Southern California, this post is for you. I’m sharing all of the best dog beaches in Los Angeles, San Diego and Orange County.

Traveling with little kids can be seriously overwhelming. I’ve traveled with them since they were infants and I’ve learned a lot of things along the way. Given all the mistakes I’ve made, I figured it was about time I share little travel hacks that can make traveling with kids a whole lot easier and less stressful. Here are my top 6 tips to make traveling with kids a snap.

If you follow me on Instagram, you probably garnered that I’m pretty sad we had to leave San Diego. Due to my university schedule, we were able to travel for nearly three weeks with our kids. My parents rented a condo on Mission Beach and we had the best time at the beach, taking in the sunsets, and getting a whole lot of quality family time. I also found lots of free things to do with kids in San Diego, so I thought I’d share my top 5.