Tag: surfing
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Survivor Beach Event at La Jolla Shores, San Diego
Last year, Survivor Beach surfboards stretched the length of five football fields. I omitted an important event from the “What To Do In San Diego During the Summer” post I wrote earlier this week. On Sunday, June 10, from 8 to 10 a.m, La Jolla Shores Beach will be the site of a possible record-breaking […]
The Real World in La Jolla, California
I have to confess I’m not a big fan of reality TV, but since all the buzz in our corner of San Diego is about MTV’s The Real World being filmed in Bird Rock – I chose that neighborhood for a long walk today. Located at the south end of La Jolla, Bird Rock is […]
Unique Things To Do In La Jolla
Our part of San Diego is known for great beaches, restaurants, and shopping. In addition, here are my Top Ten Favorite Only-in-La Jolla Activities: 1. Take a surf lesson. Surf Diva in La Jolla Shores is the world’s #1 surf school for women – and they also offer co-ed surf camps for would-be surfers ages […]
La Jolla – Where to stay and other FAQs
Where to stay in La Jolla? Which is the best beach? Are there any cheap things to do? What is there to do after dark? Our neighborhood of San Diego offers some wonderful options. Read on: Q – Which hotels are located right on the beach? A – Only the La Jolla Beach & Tennis […]
Good News for Car-less Visitors to La Jolla
So you’re going to stay in downtown San Diego, but want to visit La Jolla? Until now, I’d have said “take the #30 bus,” but recently Tour Guide Tim began offering another option and it’s good news for car-less visitors to La Jolla. His guided coach tours leave from the Santa Fe train station on […]
Calendar of La Jolla Summer Events
San Diego is a great year round travel destination, but summer is really our specialty. The beach scene goes into high gear, the weather is perfect for outdoor dining and open-air concerts and – the best part – neither humidity nor mosquitoes will spoil your fun. Now thru July 5 – “June Colours” at […]
Debunking Myths About La Jolla
The belvederes along the coast are picturesque reminders of La Jolla’s history. Countless articles have been written about La Jolla, and when I read them I sometimes want to laugh out loud – or at least groan. To begin with, “La Jolla” does not mean “the jewel” in Spanish. That word would be “La Joya.” […]
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