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SeaBreeze Vacation Rentals, La Jolla
If I didn’t own a home in La Jolla, I’d rent one from SeaBreeze Vacation Rentals. Their houses, condos, and beach cottages are well-maintained and located in prime spots around town. Many offer ocean views and some come with pools or hot tubs. Traveling with Kids? No problem. Pets? Usually no problem. I’ve already written […]
San Diego Restaurants
Maria Montana really knows San Diego restaurants. That’s why this “true foodie” is my go-to resource when I need a recommendation for a certain type of food in a particular part of the city. Even in La Jolla, where I have lived and dined for most of my life, I have long consulted her San […]
La Jolla Learn to Surf
Is “learn to surf” on your La Jolla wish list? If so, you’ll be rubbing shoulders with lots of locals – because surfing is a popular preoccupation in my hometown. As I mentioned on our sister site Authentic Luxury Travel, when the surf’s up in La Jolla, so is high school truancy. And it’s not […]
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 […]
Estancia La Jolla Hotel and Spa
As you might guess from the name, Estancia La Jolla Hotel and Spa was designed to reflect Early California’s Hispanic beginnings. Terra cotta tile roofs top each of the creamy-white 3-story buildings that hold 221 guest rooms, two restaurants, and other attractive public spaces. The gardens – planted with many drought-tolerant shrubs and perennials – […]
K Rob’s Guide To La Jolla Surf
This guest post was contributed by K Rob. The 25-mile stretch of Southern California coastline from Encinitas to Point Loma isn’t as world changing as the North Shore of Hawaii, but it remains an unparalleled surf destination. In the center of this stretch is La Jolla, the jewel. The most significant La Jolla surf spots […]
More La Jolla Summer Events
It’s summer – and La Jolla is a happening place. I was in the village this morning and was glad to see lots of visitors shopping, dining and generally having a great time. In the month since I wrote my last article on La Jolla summer events, I’ve realized that I omitted some important fun things to do. July […]
A Twenty-Something’s La Jolla Beach Guide
Carli Leavitt contributed this guest post. Ahh – A San Diego beach day as a twenty-something. This is a beautiful experience full of young and interesting locals and visitors sporting their best beach bods and bikinis. It’s not surprising that this is one of the most popular San Diego things to do. The hardest decision […]
La Jolla Summer Events
In addition to great weather, beaches, kayaking, and beautiful ocean views, special La Jolla summer events make my hometown a very happening place from now through September. Now through June 16 – La Jolla Art Association presents a Plein Air Juried Show, “Capture the Light,” 8100 Paseo Del Ocaso, in La Jolla Shores. Tues – Sun, […]
Secret Garden Tour Photos
I hope you were among the happy people who experienced the Secret Garden Tour of La Jolla on Saturday. It was a glorious event – made even better by perfect weather. The gardens were clipped, weeded, and groomed to perfection – and so beautiful that I can’t resist sharing some photos. In addition to outdoor attractions, guests […]
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