In Our Own Backyard

Local Traditions Keep the Holiday Cheer Alive

San Diegans may not experience classic white winters, but we still know how to celebrate the season. In fact, our sunny weather makes …
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Our Town

Old Town, San Diego harks back to the roots of San Diego’s early days as a settlement. There’s loads of history and lots to see packed into a …
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Coastal Curiosity

We’re deep into summer: the sun is bright, the sand is soft, and the ocean is so inviting. For what remains of your summer break, take a day …
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Sweet Fun in the Sun

Strawberry season is here! This beloved red fruit is a favorite among San Diegans, served on plates and in recipes new and old. But for …
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Springtime Wonderland

Did you know that ranunculus is Latin for “little frog”? You can “leap” into the new spring by visiting the largest collection of ranunculus flowers in San Diego: …
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This summer, navigate your way up and down the California coastline

This summer could lend to some wonderful excursions that are really just a road trip away – pretty much …
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When San Diegans aren’t boasting about the beautiful weather, they may be bragging about the joy of living in such close proximity to alternative climates. Travel a mere hour from …
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1. Some local parks host their own snow days where they manufacture snow for sledding and snow play.  Check yours, or swing by Hilltop Park Recreation Center’s Winter Wonderland …
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While the weather in North County may say summer, the apple trees in Julian are whistling fall, and the u-pick orchards are in full swing. Head east on Highway 78 …
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You’ve probably visited Torrey Pines State Beach, stretching from La Jolla to Del Mar, but if you haven’t headed up the hill, you’ve seen only a fraction of what the …
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