Garibaldis, Leopard Sharks, and Seadragons…Oh My!

Visitors and locals usually think San Diego’s top family attractions are its beaches, Balboa Park, SeaWorld, LEGOLAND, the San Diego Zoo, and Wild Animal Park.  Missing from the list is the Birch Aquarium in La Jolla.  All ages will enjoy the exhibits and hands-on activities, including watching the little blue penguins, experiencing tide pools, and[…]

8 Days Left!

Psst, want a deal?  How about 50% off admission to 60+ San Diego County museums, historic sites, gardens, zoo/aquariums and more.  BTW, 16 are located in Balboa Park.  It’s San Diego Museum month and reminder, “the days are swindling down to a precious few.” The event is coordinated by a partnership between the San Diego[…]

Balboa Park – San Diego’s Crown Jewel

Balboa Park’s inception was in 1868 when land was set aside for a city park.  A master plan was created in the early 1900s when taxes were levied leading to water systems and roads being built. To further promote San Diego’s commercial possibilities as the first US port of call for ships transiting the Panama[…]

Pechanga Resort Casino

Pechanga Resort Casino There’s nothing better than a quick getaway destination with good food, amenities galore, reasonable rates, and a casino.  Since I had read about Pechanga’s $300 million expansion last year, I decided to give it a try. Spoiler alert: I wasn’t disappointed.    History The Pechanga Band of Luiseño Indians has called the[…]

Staying and Playing in La Jolla

Memorial Day marks the unofficial beginning of summer.  If a beach vacation is in your plans, head to San Diego’s “jewel,” La Jolla.  Although it has an upscale reputation, there are lots of ways to enjoy inexpensive meals and free things to do.  I’ve lived in La Jolla for 45+ years, so I’ve shopped around[…]

San Diego Restaurant Week: January 20 -27, 2019

The holidays are over. Is your New Year’s resolution to try something new?  This month provides an opportunity to dine at your choice of almost 200 restaurants throughout San Diego County.  They will be serving two-course lunches for $10, $15 or $20 per person and three-course, prix-fixe dinners ranging from $20 – $50.  Need help[…]