There are 41 rooms ($109–$159). It’s located across the street from the California Welcome Center Oceanside. All rooms are nonsmoking and feature free highspeed Internet, complimentary deluxe continental breakfast, cable, microwaves, hair dryers and mini-fridges. Special group rates are available and pets are welcome. It’s also freeway close to LEGOLAND California, historic Mission San Luis… Read more »
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Carlsbad Ranch Flower Fields Feature 50 Acres of Ranunculus Flowers March 1 through May 12
Take yourself out of the ordinary and spend a few hours in one of nature’s wonders – our Fields of Dreams, our Fields of Color. A place where kids can run and adults can linger – 50 acres of extraordinary color in bloom on a hillside overlooking the Pacific Ocean, with a special nursery, garden,… Read more »
The Spa at Rancho Valencia: A Wonderful Place to Relax, Renew and Return Again and Again
The Spa at Rancho Valencia is one of the finest facilities of its kind in the greater San Diego area. It features 10 treatment rooms, each with its own private garden, outdoor shower and soaking tub. Luxurious treatments range from massages and facials to reflexology and skin care. Amenities include a signature Vichy Room, Watsu… Read more »
Ototo Sushi Restaurant at Liberty Station Has Delicious Sushi Rolls
At first glance you can tell that 0t0tO Japanese Restaurant is a fun place to go for the best-tasting sushi and Japanese cuisine in Liberty Station. The decor has an inviting beach feel with surfboards mounted on the walls, three big-screen TVs and a lit up sushi bar. Their extensive menu of hot and cold… Read more »
San Diego Botanic Garden Is North County’s World-Renowned Botanical Garden Attraction
The San Diego Botanic Garden is a place of year-round beauty. Explore four miles of garden trails, enjoy restful vistas, flowering trees, majestic palms, and the nation’s largest bamboo collection. Thanks to our mild climate, plants from all over the world thrive here. Our diverse topography provides a variety of microclimates giving the visitor a… Read more »
Homewood Suites is a Hotel That’s Like Home
At Homewood Suites by Hilton, you’ll enjoy their spacious studio, one-bedroom and two-bedroom suites, along with amenities to help you feel at home. 120 suites, each with a fully-equipped kitchen, dining table, work desk, sofa, complimentary high-speed internet access, cable TV and complimentary HBO. Complimentary Suite Start hot breakfast served daily. Complimentary light meal and… Read more »
Carol’s Restaurant at Baily Winery in Temecula
Carol’s Restaurant at Bailey Winery in Temecula is an excellent place to eat when touring the Temeculca Wineries. In fact, this fine restaurant is ideally located in one of the most recommended wineries. Entrees includesalads, fresh fish, steak and pasra dishes. You can indoor or on a delightful patio overlooking the vinewards. If you dine… Read more »
Casa de Pico Mexican Restaurant in Grossmont Center, La Mesa Is an East County Favorite
Celebrating their 40th anniversary, Casa de Pico Mexican Restaurant is home to their world-famous bird-bath sized margaritas. It is undoubtedly the most colorful and enjoyable Mexican restaurants in San Diego County. They were previously located in Old Town’s Bazaar del Mundo for 35 years. Now, by popular demand, it has been relocated to La Mesa…. Read more »
Ocean View Dining at Chart House Restaurant
The Chart House Restaurant (30), for more than 60 years has represented the best of the best when it comes to spectacular settings be it at the ocean or in a forest. Here it is a breathtaking seashore view of waves crashing on the beach while you dine. Their floor to ceiling windows and inspiring… Read more »
Casa Guadalajara Mexican Restaurant in Old Town San Diego Has Won Many Awards for best Mexican Restaurant
Casa Guadalajara Mexican Restaurant (31) has won the Gold Medallion Award for the Best Mexican Dinner House, many times and for good reason. For great San Diego Restaurants, it’s at the top of the list. It’s an excellent Mexican restaurant, which is popular with locals and out-of-towners alike. Ask for a seat on one… Read more »
Casa de Reyes Mexican Restaurant is Famous For Their Big Refreshing Frosty Cadillac Margaritas
This restaurant is a hidden gem in Old Town San San Diego State Historic Park. Located in a lush garden setting on a patio, the atmosphere is warm and festive and the food is delicious. At night you’ll dine under the stars. An added plus is that it also features live Mexican music while you… Read more »
La Valencia is a landmark hotel that typifies everything that is special about La Jolla
A visit to La Jolla wouldn’t be complete without discovering La Valencia Hotel. It has been a La Jolla landmark since 1926. With its Spanish architecture and tradition, La Valencia was a hide away for movie stars Greta Garbo, Mary Pickford and Douglas Fairbanks during an era when the trip from Hollywood to La Jolla… Read more »
Motel 6 Oceanside Offers 10% Off, a Free Room Upgrade and is Near Oceanside Pier & Beaches
This 106 room motel ($49.99–$89.99) is within four blocks of the Oceanside Pier, beach and harbor. They now have extended stay vacations suites available. Nearby attractions are Camp Pendleton, Legoland, Old Mission San Luis Rey and the California Surf Museum. This affordable, centrally located motel offers all the amenities you are looking for to have… Read more »
Lamplighter is San Diego's Award-Winning Karaoke Bar in the Heart of Mission Hills
\ You’ll definitely have fun at this award-winning karaoke bar. Their awards say it all: “Best Karaoke/Song Selection” by Karaoke Star magazine; “Best Karaoke” by AOL City Guide, City’s Best 2005; and “Best Karaoke Bar” by San Diego Reader and SanDiegan.com recommends it as well! This Karaoke Bar is consistently the favorite spot for San Diegans… Read more »
NOW CLOSED Albie’s Beef Inn was a Local Favorite
Albie’s Beef Inn (20), which has been in business for over 50 years, is well known and highly recommended for its popular piano bar and delicious aged steaks and fresh seafood. A loyal following of San Diegans of all ages dine here often. Ask to be seated in the cocktail lounge piano bar in a… Read more »
2026/Border Station Parking (55th yr) has 24 hr Attended Lot & round trip TJ Shuttle
Visiting Mexico? For the best and safest place to park your car, go to Border Station Parking (55 yr in business) #(1) on the map at 4570 Camino de la Plaza (619-428-9477). To get there take the last exit before crossing the border from the freeway. The signs are clearly marked on the freeway announcing… Read more »
Cafe Coyote Serves Award Winning Mexican Food
Cafe Coyote at 2461 San Diego Ave in Old Town *619-291-4695) is one of the best San Diego Restaurants in San Diego, and is an award winner to prove it.. In fact, it’s been selected as the top Mexican Restaurant in San Diego by the San Diego Restaurant Association for 2005, 2006, 2008, 2009 and… Read more »
Birch Aquarium in La Jolla is a Family Fun Attraction Featuring Over 3,000 Colorful Fish
Birch Aquarium (22) is the public outreach center for world-renowned Scripps Institution of Oceanography, where visitors of all ages can explore more than 3,000 colorful fish and invertebrates as well as cutting-edge ocean- and earth-science research. This is a must-see attraction, with spectacular views of the Pacific Ocean and La Jolla. The aquarium boasts more… Read more »
Cheap Rentals for the Best Beach Gear Rentals
Cheap Rentals, 3689 Mission Blvd., Mission Beach (858-488-9070) [cheap-rentals.com]. Open daily. They offer a FREE surfing lesson with every surfboard rental. And a 15 percent discount with a military I.D. You’ll find lots of bike paths along the ocean and bay sides of Mission Beach. So yeah, the best place to rent bikes, boards, SUPs… Read more »
Al’s Cafe Serving Breakfast & Lunch
Since Al’s opened in 1991, it has been a local favorite. And yes Al, who spent many years in Hawaii, adds a touch of Hawaii to each meal and will likely be on hand to greet you! If it’s breakfast you want, he’ll probably recommend one of 10 types of eggs Benedict or their famous… Read more »
The 3 Mission Restaurants are Recommended Nationally
The Mission Restaurants was selected as one of the top 25 breakfast spots in the country by USA Today and Zagat. The Mission restaurant is where diners go to eat simple, healthy, great-tasting food they won’t feel guilty about. Breakfast is their specialty, ($12–S22) so you won’t go wrong by ordering their blueberry cornmeal pancakes… Read more »
The Shores Restaurant Offers Casual Resort Style Dining with a Spectacular Beach Front View
The Shores Restaurant offers spectacular, unobstructed, beach front views combined with an unforgettable dining experience. The restaurant is ideally located in the La Jolla Shores Hotel, at the world famous La Jolla Shores Beach. The hotel which was formerly called the Sea Lodge Hotel. Open for breakfast, lunch & Dinner Mon. – Fri. 7 a.m…. Read more »
El Pescador Fish Market & Restaurant is in La Jolla
El Pescador Fish Market and Restaurant is in La Jolla. Seafood lovers from the area come here weekly to buy the freshest seafood in town. They also serve fresh fish sautéed or char-grilled that you can eat right there at small tables. They are also home to San Diego’s original charbroiled seafood sandwich! Accept no… Read more »
Spreckels Organ Pavilion: Listen to the World’s Largest Outdoor Pipe Organ for Free
Balboa Park is home to the world’s largest outdoor pipe organ at Spreckels Organ Pavilion. It was first played in Balboa Park in 1915; thus, the organ is celebrating its 99th anniversary this year. Today, it continues to attract audiences with its grandiose appearance and its beautiful music. Best of all, the organ concerts are… Read more »
San Diego Air & Space Museum Displays Famous Aviation Artifacts & Aerospace Memorabilia
San Diego Air and Space Museum (619-234-8291) [sandiegoairandspace.org] is in the historic Ford Building in Balboa Park. This impressive museum displays famous aircrafts, engines, spacecraft and aviation artifacts from the dawn of aviation through the space age. The museum’s blockbuster exhibit is “Be The Astronaut”. You’ll have to pay an extra ($5) to see… Read more »
Japanese Friendship Garden is a Great Place to Explore its Gardens & Enjoy Peace & Tranquility
It is an idyllic retreat, radiating serenity, simplicity and beauty. View a Zen Rock Garden from a meditation room in the Exhibit House, which also features Japanese art and crafts. Relax on the moon viewing deck next to a restful koi pond and its soothing waterfall. The garden is truly a treasure you’ll want to… Read more »
Prado Restaurant in Balboa Park is the #1 Place to Eat
Located in the House of Hospitality, and open daily for lunch and dinner. This casually elegant 400-seat restaurant is picturesquely set in beautiful Balboa Park. On warm sunny days, be sure to dine on the patio overlooking the lush greenery of the park. A host of delicious soups, appetizers and tapas are all great beginnings… Read more »
San Diego’s Natural History Museum is Filled With Life-Sized Prehistoric Animals & Exhibits
This huge Balboa Park treasure, which is the oldest museum in Southern California, is where you’ll find life-sized dinosaur models and hands-on natural history exhibits. The museum’s permanent exhibition is Fossil Mysteries, which takes you on a journey through 75 million years of Southern California’s rich history. One of Balboa Park’s best-kept secrets is the… Read more »
House of Pacific Relations, International Lawn Programs: Free Sunday Programs for the Family
Enjoy free Sunday programs of ethnic song and dance from 2 p.m.-3 p.m. on the outdoor stage of the International Cottages. While you are there, be sure to visit The International Cottages, open noon-4 p.m. Sundays, featuring international artifacts, history and international food samples. Call (619-239-0512) or (619-234-0739).
Spanish Village Art Center in Balboa Park is where you Can See Artisans at Work in 37 galleries and studios
A visit to Balboa Park would not be complete without visiting the 37 working artist studios managed by over 250 local artists and see and speak to many of these artists while they create their works of art that are all offered for sale. This unique venue is showcased in The Spanish Village Art Center… Read more »
