Tag: Southern California
What To Do in San Diego During the Summer?
Where do I begin? Our Southern California climate makes San Diego – especially the coastal community of La Jolla – the place to be during the summer. When the rest of the U.S. is dealing with heat, humidity, and mosquitos, the smart folks who opted to vacation here are playing on the beach, kayaking, snorkeling, […]
My Favorite La Jolla Art Gallery
The exhibit of plain air artists runs May 14 to June 3 at the La Jolla Art Association gallery in La Jolla Shores. La Jolla is home to lots of art galleries, probably more per block than any other area of San Diego. Most of these are in the village along Prospect Street, but my […]
The Grande Colonial Hotel La Jolla
The Grande Colonial Hotel has always been one of my favorite places in La Jolla. I like the historic ambiance, and a recent upgrade has added a polished, luxurious feel. Full disclosure: of all the hotels in San Diego’s favorite coastal community, my husband and I chose the charming Grande Colonial – then the Colonial […]
San Diego Hotel Deals and News
Dramatic winter storm surf draws visitors to La Jolla, California. If you’re planning a trip to Southern California in the near future, you’ll find some of the best hotel bargains in La Jolla – San Diego’s favorite coastal community. Located only 12 miles from the San Diego Zoo and downtown, La Jolla offers beautiful beaches, […]
Pantai Inn Hotel, La Jolla, California
Pantai Inn Hotel, La Jolla, California will eventually expand to 44 suites, but at the moment – I was there two days ago – only 7 suites are available, and these are being offered at discounted rates as low as $299*** a night including continental breakfast, wi-fi, and free parking. The Pantai Inn has got […]
When to go to La Jolla, California
When to go to La Jolla, California: The La Jolla Christmas Parade is a popular annual event. We’ve talked about how to get to San Diego’s favorite coastal community, but if you’re planning a trip, you also need to think about the best time to be here. Weather – Weather is certainly a consideration – […]
How to Get to La Jolla from San Diego, California?
La Jolla’s fame as Southern California’s most beautiful beach community draws travelers from all over the world. Unfortunately, most visitor maps don’t make it clear that La Jolla is part of San Diego, which can make getting here a bit confusing. I’ve already discussed La Jolla’s location, but I never really explained how to get here. […]
Where is La Jolla, California?
La Jolla is a community within the city of San Diego – located 12 miles from downtown. I started writing “La Jolla Travel Information” 3 years ago because I want visitors to get the most from the time they spend in my community. However, it recently occurred to me that while I was busy leading […]
What to do in San Diego in October?
This is a great month to travel in Southern California. The weather is cooler, but the “rainy season” hasn’t started, and daylight savings time doesn’t end until November 6. In La Jolla, San Diego’s favorite coastal community, visitors can expect daytime temperatures of about 75°F (22°C) and overnight lows of around 58°F (14°C). La Jolla […]
Famous La Jollans
Mitt Romney’s Jolla, California, home. Mitt Romney– yes the GOP candidate – is La Jolla’s newest celebrity resident. In fact, he and his wife Ann bought their beachfront home here in 2008, but no one paid much attention until he filed an application to bulldoze the $12 million house and build a much larger mansion […]
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