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K Rob’s Guide To La Jolla Surf

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 […]

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La Jolla Summer Events

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, […]

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La Jolla Art and Wine Festival

La Jolla Art and Wine Festival

Hey World – if you are thinking about visiting San Diego in the near future, can I suggest that you plan to be here on October 13 and 14?On those days, Girard Avenue (the main drag in San Diego’s favorite coastal community) will be closed to traffic, and a wine and beer garden, live music, […]

September 26, 2012 | By | 1 Reply More
Leopard Sharks at La Jolla Shores

Leopard Sharks at La Jolla Shores

  It’s been a busy August. Leopard sharks at La Jolla Shores Beach have attracted record numbers of visitors. The harmless sharks appear every summer, but there were more of them than usual this year. In addition, the hot weather (ok, not hot by Phoenix standards) drew crowds of locals and vacationers looking for a […]

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Things To Do With Kids in La Jolla

Things To Do With Kids in La Jolla

The shade cover over JJ the whale was made possible by Friends of La Jolla Shores. San Diego’s favorite coastal community is the perfect place for a family vacation because we really care about kids. The popular Open Aire Market that takes place every Sunday was started in 1998 by a parent who thought La […]

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Seals at La Jolla’s Children’s Pool

Seals at La Jolla’s Children’s Pool

A colony of harbor seals live at The Children’s Pool Beach in La Jolla, California What to do in La Jolla, California? The most popular free activity in the village – especially if you’re traveling with kids – is visiting the seals at The Children’s Pool.The rope barrier that went up here recently indicates the […]

December 29, 2011 | By | 1 Reply More
Summer Fun in San Diego, California

Summer Fun in San Diego, California

San Diego is a great place to be in the summer. The weather is great for snorkeling at The Cove, kayaking at La Jolla Shores, surfing at the Shores, Windansea or Bird Rock, and just hanging out at the beach. There’s also lots of fun stuff to do at night. Take a squizz at the […]

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San Diego Summer Fun and Events

San Diego Summer Fun and Events

Great weather and the buzz of out-of-town visitors make La Jolla, San Diego’s favorite coastal community, the place to be from June to September. Our beaches are at their best – just don’t forget to practice safe sun. In addition to kayaking, surfing, and snorkeling, here are some of the special events you won’t want […]

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La Jolla’s “Secret” Art Gallery

La Jolla’s “Secret” Art Gallery

Pricey galleries are easy to find in La Jolla’s main shopping area. Tourists wander in and out of the ones on Prospect Street and Girard Avenue, but I don’t see a lot of locals browsing in those stores. Which brings me to my point: the purpose of this blog is to see that travelers enjoy […]

May 13, 2011 | By | Reply More
Upcoming La Jolla Events

Upcoming La Jolla Events

La Jolla’s year round good weather and scenic beauty make it a perennial favorite of out-of-town visitors and San Diego residents, but spring and summer are especially wonderful. A few of the many upcoming events and activities are listed below: Now through May 15 – UCSD is offering The Campus Guide Architectural Tour in celebration […]

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