surf on the sand at swami's beach on a sunny day
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Beaches in San Diego: Families, Dogs, Couples Walking, Surfing & More!

San Diego beaches are some of the most beautiful in Southern California.The 70 miles of stunning coastline offers beaches for every interest. Fun family beaches. Beaches with firepits. Surfing beaches for every level. Walking beaches that go on for miles. Romantic beaches for couples, with extraordinary views. Dog beaches for on and off-leash fun with…

Bright bougainvillea flowers growing on an arbor - xeriscape gardening
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San Diego Xeriscape Gardens: Beautiful & Water-Wise!

Since we live in such a dry climate, San Diego xeriscape practices include carefully crafting our outdoor spaces to minimize water usage while making the most of this incredible weather and growing environment. However, if you’re worried about how a xeriscaped yard will look, we’re here to shed some light and bring new inspiration! *This…

San Diego harbor - eating area with bright orange umbrellas
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San Diego Staycation Ideas: Relaxing, Romantic & Budget-friendly!

If you don’t have the funds or time for a proper getaway at the moment, but desperately need a break of some type … Look no further than your own backyard in San Diego and North County. We’d be willing to bet you’ve lived here for a while and haven’t experienced all of our staycation…

Palm trees at the Omni Spa in Carlsbad
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7 Iconic Palm Trees in San Diego & How to Care for Them

Drive down almost any street in San Diego and you’ll see majestic palm trees of every kind blowing in the breeze or simply reminding you that you’re in paradise. From tall and willowy, to short and thick, the palm trees in San Diego are a reminder not to take life so seriously. Palm trees in…

Gelato 101 scoops of gelato in bowls
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Can’t-Miss Ice Cream & Gelato in North County

San Diego’s BEST Ice Cream just might be hiding in North County! But first: Gelato vs ice cream . . . what’s the difference?  We’re glad you asked. There’s a BIG difference in ingredients as well as consistency and flavor.  Ice cream is as American as apple pie — and no apple pie is complete…

Discover the Magic of Oceanside Pier
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Discover the Magic of Oceanside Pier

When my husband and I first moved to San Diego from Colorado, we couldn’t get enough of Oceanside Pier. Even though I’d grown up here and attended UCSD for a year, I’d never ventured that far enough into Oceanside to find this magical pier. The pier is an amazing place not just because of the…