From staycations at resorts in our own backyard, to wet ‘n’ wild party spots in Las Vegas and luxury beachfront refuges in South Beach Miami and Cabo San Lucas, we found a solar powered vacation for Spring Breakers of all ages and attitudes...

• Read More

Though the year-round 70 degree weather is the main reason for transplantation to San Diego, sometimes we locals crave a glimpse of the chilly seasons. From snowboarding with friends to snow angels with the kids and majestic gondola rides, discover your local Winter Wonderland escape at these nearby Mountains and Snow Parks...

• Read More

This summer San Diego gifted us with wild festivals, sun-filled beach days, cocktail-fueled rooftop nights and new restaurants to try. Although the weather is just heating up, the descent into autumn is just around the corner. From adventure staycations to outdoor spa treatments and the last call for warm weather shopping sprees, discover ten things you must do before summer is over...

• Read More

Transplants and visitors know San Diego for such iconic neighborhoods as Gaslamp, Coronado and Pacific Beach. Those heading downtown or to the boardwalk in PB are guaranteed a good time filled with cutting-edge entertainment and adrenaline-fueled fun. However, if you’re looking for a truly idyllic and relaxing getaway, look to North County San Diego and discover a whole new side of our city...

• Read More

Seaport Village is home to the largest conglomeration of street performers and sidewalk attractions in the county. You can't miss them; if the rainbow umbrellas don't catch your eye - the crowds of onlookers will make you stop and take notice. Here you'll find makeshift park side offices selling temporary henna tattoos, tie dye t-shirts, hand crafted beadwork, custom caricatures, psychic readings and, like any major city, you'll also find street performers plying their craft. One of the most...

• Read More

Independence Day in San Diego is synonymous with one thing: fireworks, and more fireworks. However, this holiday our city is exploding with other entertainment ideas. Follow this guide to the best 4th of July in San Diego unless, of course, you are more of a trusty local who prefers to keep things mellow during a holiday and hang out at the beach - surfing, swimming or sleeping on the sun-kissed sand...

• Read More

Father's Day typically falls on the 3rd Sunday in June and traditionally we honor these brave men by giving them clichéd gifts of greeting cards, world's greatest dad paraphernalia and the ever-present necktie. Spice it up this year and show dad how special he really is by giving him something he really wants. From good gifts to entertainment and food, here are a few ideas for 2008 Father's Day in San Diego.

• Read More

If you're getting married, you know that tricky situations arise - situations where even the smallest perceived slight could impact relationships with family and friends for years to come. This is why uncertainty concerning who to invite (and not invite) to the wedding, who to include in the engagement party, the proper way to send thank-you notes and similar sticky social questions have perplexed brides and grooms for ages...

• Read More

You’ve said yes. Now it’s time to start planning the wedding, right? Well, why not celebrate and have a little fun before the nitty-gritty preparation starts? For many couples, that means having engagement photos taken. But we’re not talking the one-size-fits-all approach when the couple sits in a studio posing and smiling. Instead, the new trend embraces the unusual and unique...

• Read More

Just as the Gaslamp has evolved over the years, so too has the South Bay. With new stores and restaurants opening every week, the north is beginning to finally see the potential I always knew existed for the south. Discover the new South Bay San Diego, from dining to nightlife and a reconnect with nature...

• Read More