North County San Diego offers an abundance of excellent golf courses, with over a dozen choices to suit any skill level. Here are some of our top picks for public courses in the area, listed without any particular ranking. 1. Torrey Pines Golf Course The world renowned Torrey Pines Golf Course has hosted the PGA Tour since 1968. The 36-hole City of San Diego muni course is popular with over...
Although not located in North County San Diego, the coastal town of La Jolla is worth the drive from any of our vacation rental properties. La Jolla is a unique coastal town offering visitors a broad range of activities, sights, and delights. From tastebuds to earplugs, this is one town where you can see and do it all. Here’s a list of 10 noteworthy things to do and see. Please...
San Diego is known as “America’s finest city” for a reason. Beautiful weather, endless beaches, vibrant city life, and patriotic spirit offer plenty of events and firework shows for a memorable 4th of July weekend. Here’s a comprehensive guide to help you plan your Independence Day in America’s Finest City: 1. Hit The Beach San Diego’s beaches are always a hot spot for 4th of July celebrations. What better way...
While San Diego is known for endless sunshine, we must have rainy days too. Rain or shine, San Diego has plenty of indoor options for fun. From aquariums to museums, here are six ideas to keep you busy on a rainy day in San Diego. Birch Aquarium 2300 Expedition Way, La Jolla, CA 92037 Located on a bluff overlooking the Pacific Ocean, Birch Aquarium features more than 60 habitats of...
Fall is a great time to visit San Diego. In October and November, the weather is ideal usually in the 70’s with the sun shining and a decrease in the summer crowds making for a great time to visit. October is an especially great time to be a kid in San Diego as all month long select museums, aquariums, gardens, zoos, restaurants, hotels and more around San Diego let...
It’s officially fall in San Diego and despite the warmer weather and sunny skies, there are plenty of fall festivities happening around town to celebrate Autumn! From apple picking to Dia de los Muertos, these six fall activities will get you into the fall spirit. Day Trip To Julian The historic gold mining town, Julian, is fun to explore year-round, but their most popular time of the year is the...
If you’re a lover of the outdoors, San Diego is by far one of the best cities to visit (or live!) in the country. With its favorable year-around climate and diverse array of landscape options, hiking in San Diego is a must. And as a bonus, after your hike, you can make like a local and treat yourself to the best beers and tacos around! San Diego has a...
San Diego is a great place to visit any time of the year, but from March to April, a more temperate climate makes for a less crowded City. This is an ideal time to check out all that San Diego has to offer from beaches to world-class theme parks, there is so much to do in this Southern California paradise. Read on for some ideas on what to do...
Whether you’re coming for the day, weekend or longer, Catalina Island is a great place to escape for the day or the weekend. Getting there is an adventure all its own with a ferry or helicopter ride across beautiful southern California waters. From shopping to thrilling adventures on a zip line or paddle board, Catalina Island is brimming with activities and things to do. Unwind at the end of the...
According to Urban Dictionary, Galentine’s Day- celebrated on February 13th, the day before Valentine’s Day, is a day to honor all your gal-pal relationships, whether you’re single or not, and shower them with love and attention! Fun Fact- Galentine’s Day came about from an episode of Parks and Rec in 2010 and has become a “must celebrate” for all the gal pals alike. Below are six fun ideas to get...
The fun part about planning a Valentine’s Day activity for you and your significant other, is it can be as elaborate or as simple as you want, and still just as romantic! Below are six fun ideas to help plan out your special day in San Diego this year! 1. Take a Sunset Cruise Nothing says Valentine’s Day like a romantic sunset cruise on the water! Downtown San Diego’s Valentine’s...
There’s no such thing as having too many options for a good dessert. Just like working out and never skipping leg day, you should never skip dessert! Read on for 13 of our favorite places for delicious eats to check out while staying at one Haustay’s vacation rentals. 1. Sprinkles Cupcakes – 8855 Villa La Jolla Dr, La Jolla, CA 92037 Located in La Jolla, this delicious cupcakery is a...
