Carlsbad is like a hidden gem along the California coast, offering a little something for the whole family. There are zany water slides and theme park fun for the kids, outlet shopping, golf, and spa relaxation for mom and dad, and seven miles of beautiful beaches for everyone to enjoy.<\/p>\n
There are several great options for hotels and resorts to choose from, including the new Legoland Hotel, which is a good choice if you just can\u2019t get enough Lego craziness in your life.<\/p>\n
Go to\u00a0visitcarlsbad.com<\/a>\u00a0to get more info.<\/p>\n It may seem a little clich\u00e9d for residents, but there is a good reason why Coronado Island is a popular destination for tourists and locals alike. If you haven\u2019t been, or haven\u2019t been lately, it\u2019s a great choice for a couple\u2019s getaway.<\/p>\n There are many hotels and resorts to choose from to fit every budget, including the famous Hotel del Coronado. Spend your vacation on the many beaches throughout the island, rent bicycles to get around, or take the ferry across to walk around Seaport Village or other downtown areas. You can also take a harbor cruise, be inspired by the rich local art scene, or eat a romantic meal at any of the many great restaurant choices.<\/p>\n For more information visit\u00a0http:\/\/coronadovisitorcenter.com\/<\/a><\/p>\n One of the great things about living in San Diego is the variety in geography and climate, from beaches to mountains and deserts, and everything in-between. Outdoor activities such as camping, hiking, mountain biking, sky diving, off-roading and dirt biking can all be found within a reasonably convenient drive.<\/p>\n If this type of staycation sounds more like your speed, you could check out some of the natural wonders of the\u00a0Anza Borrego Desert<\/a>\u00a0such as the\u00a0Agua Caliente hot springs<\/a>. To stay at the campsite requires a reservation, which you can make online. There, you can explore the local desert, go on hikes or enjoy the geothermal mineral water pools.<\/p>\n If you have a 4WD vehicle (recommended), you can also drive out to explore the\u00a0Arroyo Tapiado Mud Caves<\/a>\u00a0from this location. Make sure you follow safety guidelines when exploring the caves! Other options include the\u00a0Palomar Observatory campground<\/a>, where you can\u00a0visit Palomar Observatory<\/a>\u00a0and explore the cosmos. Or perhaps take a peaceful\u00a0Sailplane ride<\/a>\u00a0over Lake Henshaw!<\/p>\n If your goal is a luxurious staycation where you can relax and still feel like you\u2019re \u201cgetting away from it all\u201d then we recommend you take a look at the\u00a0La Casa del Zorro resort<\/a>\u00a0in Borrego Springs. Located a little less than two hours from downtown San Diego in the Anza Borrego Desert, this historical and unique resort offers a quiet getaway where you can enjoy the splendors of the desert. Lounge in a pool-side cabana, book an opulent spa treatment, or play a round of tennis or golf.<\/p>\n In the evenings, enjoy dinner at one of the resort\u2019s several dining experiences, from casual to elegant, or enjoy a cocktail at the bar. And make sure to look up and appreciate the night sky while you are there, as the town of Borrego Springs is a designated \u201cdark-sky\u201d community, restricting up-lighting in the evenings to cut back on light pollution allowing for breathtaking views.<\/p>\n This final staycation idea is for those of you whose idea of the perfect vacation involves spending some quality time enjoying the games you love. Start by booking one of the many hotel options in downtown San Diego where everything is a short walk or trolley ride away. Then catch a ball game at\u00a0Petco Park<\/a>! You can get cheap seats or go all out.<\/p>\n Let the sports appreciation continue by moving the party over to any of the excellent sports bars located throughout the Gaslamp Quarter. There are literally too many to list \u2014 Yelp! will be your best friend, but we recommend All Stars BBQ.<\/p>\n Finally, close out your trip with a round of golf at the\u00a0Coronado Municipal Golf Course<\/a>. The ocean side course offers views of the historic Hotel del Coronado and the bay and was voted one the best public golf courses by Golf Digest.<\/p>\n![\"\"](\"http:\/\/blog.irvinecompanyapartments.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/09\/GettyImages-905296508.jpg\")
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