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La Jolla California – Why so happy?

La Jolla California – Why so happy?

Click here to enter the Delicious La Jolla Getaway contest. According to Coastal Living Magazine, La Jolla California is “One of America’s Happiest Seaside Towns.” I’m not sure what their criteria is, but I certainly can’t disagree with them. Even though I’ve lived here for most of my life, the sweeping view of the ocean from the […]

November 16, 2013 | By | Reply More
Dinner at La Valencia

Dinner at La Valencia

It’s no easy task keeping up with the renovations at La Valencia, La Jolla’s landmark Spanish Colonial hotel. In a previous article, I mentioned some of the exciting changes happening to the building, but last night I experienced another wow factor. Chef Daniel Barron has taken over the kitchen at La Valencia and introduced new […]

July 25, 2013 | By | 1 Reply More
La Jolla Shores Beach Photos

La Jolla Shores Beach Photos

Every Saturday morning I do a big walk on La Jolla Shores Beach with my friend Ursula.  We talk and laugh and solve the problems of the world – all in just under two hours. However, this week she’s visiting family in Switzerland, so I took a camera along for company. I’d only gone a […]

May 4, 2013 | By | Reply More
La Valencia – La Jolla Hotel Deal

La Valencia – La Jolla Hotel Deal

La Valencia – La Jolla Hotel Deal     Stay Longer, Spend Less Now through June 30, 15-20% off two nights, 20-25% off three nights or more. Discount is dependent on dates and accommodation selection. Blackout dates apply. La Valencia, with its pink exterior, is almost synonymous with La Jolla. The luxury hotel has occupied a prominent […]

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The Lodge at Torrey Pines, La Jolla, California

The Lodge at Torrey Pines, La Jolla, California

If I ever run away from home it will be to The Lodge at Torrey Pines. This award-winning hotel is not far from our front door, but when I’m there, I feel like I’m a world away. Perched on the edge of the famed Torrey Pines Golf Course with the ocean as a backdrop, The […]

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Hotel La Jolla, San Diego, California

Hotel La Jolla, San Diego, California

I’d like to introduce my charming new neighbor: Hotel La Jolla, a Kimpton Hotel, moved in across the street last summer, and is a wonderful addition to our area. My friends and I walk over for drinks in Hiatus, their cozy patio lounge, and dine in Cusp on the 11th floor. I’ve lived in La […]

January 3, 2013 | By | Reply More
San Diego Food and Wine Event

San Diego Food and Wine Event

 “Celebrate the Craft” will take place at The Lodge at Torrey Pines in La Jolla on Sunday, September 30 from 11:30am to 3pm. This popular San Diego food and wine event, now in its 10th year, features the culinary offerings that are unique to our region and the state. Throughout the day, cooking demonstrations will […]

September 19, 2012 | By | Reply More
Unique La Jolla Restaurant Experience

Unique La Jolla Restaurant Experience

Do yourself a favor and make reservations today for one of this week’s High Tide Dinners at the Marine Room on La Jolla Shores Beach. San Diego’s favorite coastal community has many good restaurants, but only one can offer the thrill of watching waves splashing on huge picture windows during a high tide. The Marine […]

August 27, 2012 | By | Reply More
Deal at La Jolla’s La Valencia Hotel

Deal at La Jolla’s La Valencia Hotel

If you are planning to vacation (or stay-cation) in San Diego’s favorite coastal community between now and January 31, 2013, “The Pink Lady” is offering three nights for the price of two – but you must make your reservation for this great deal at La Jolla’s La Valencia Hotel before September 9. La V is the […]

August 19, 2012 | By | Reply More
New Hotel La Jolla Opens In San Diego

New Hotel La Jolla Opens In San Diego

Hotel La Jolla in La Jolla Shores offers panoramic ocean views. Hotel La Jolla is opening just in time for our great San Diego summer weather. Kimpton’s new property in La Jolla is nearing completion of its extensive $4 million renovation. The 11-story hotel, located in La Jolla Shores, has been a construction zone for the […]

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