EXPLORING A QUAINT MINING TOWN | JULIAN, CA | SAN DIEGO REAL ESTATE

If you’re ever in Southern California and looking for a day trip, I highly recommend exploring the small town of Julian. This quaint mining town is located in the mountains and is full of history. There are plenty of things to do in Julian, from hiking to shopping to eating at local restaurants. In this …

Things to do in San Diego | Surf, Sand and Sun in Agua Hedionda Lagoon

Carlsbad Lagoon is one of San Diego’s most popular places to visit. It’s seven miles of surf and sand, make it an ideal spot for a wide range of outdoor activities including; swimming, sunbathing, windsurfing, kayaking or just soaking up the California sunshine. Also known as Agua Hedionda Lagoon, is a saltwater wetland and watershed. …

Things to Do in San Diego | La Jolla Cove

La Jolla Cove | One of San Diego’s Most Photographed Destinations

La Jolla Cove, One of San Diego’s Most Photographed Destinations Located just along the edge of La Jolla Village, surrounded by beautiful sandstone bluffs, sits the picturesque La Jolla Cove.  Perhaps one of San Diego’s most photographed destinations, La Jolla Cove is home to hundreds of sea lions, often found lounging on the nearby rocks …

Cedros Design District | Things to Do in San Diego

Cedros Design District in Solana Beach is a Prized Treasure in North San Diego

“Cedros Design District in Solana Beach is a Prized Treasure in North San Diego” Located in Solana Beach, just a short stroll from the beach, sits the hip and trendy Cedros Design District. Filled with more than 85 unique shops, where you can find everything from home furnishings and jewelry stores to quaint cafes and …

Del Mar Dog Beach

Del Mar Dog Beach A Local San Diego Favorite

Where the surf meets the turf, Del Mar, CA is an upscale coastal community boasting a rich history and old-world charm. Del Mar is Spanish and when translated it means“of the sea” or “by the sea”. Although this city that translates to by the sea, there is so much more to offer than their beautiful …

Historic Oceanside Pier

Historic Oceanside Pier Offers Endless Entertainment

Located in Northern San Diego County sits Oceanside, California. Oceanside is a quintessential beach town with six miles of white sandy beautiful coastlines. Oceanside is true to Southern California’s laid-back vibe and is often referred to as “The Village by the Sea”. The town has been attracting tourist from the beginning of 20th century with …

Annie's Canyon Trail

Annie’s Canyon Trail | Things to do in San Diego

Annie’s Canyon Trail tucked away in the southeast corner of the San Elijo Lagoon Ecological Conservancy Reserve in Solana Beach. Just south of this trial is the famous surfing community, Cardiff-by-the-sea. On a clear day from the peaks of the heals of Annie’s Canyon Trail, you can see the both professional and novice surfers. The …

San Diego - Family Vlog - April 2017 - San Diego Birthday Celebration

San Diego Birthday Celebration | Cafe Gratitude – Little Italy – Waterfront Park – Coronado

a This year I turned the big 34, and it’s my first birthday as a dad so Kari wanted to do something special for my San Diego birthday celebration. She had a whole day planned out going around San Diego and just having a little fun birthday with the family. We were supposed to visit …

San Diego - Point Loma Lighthous - Cabrillo National Monument

New Years at Cabrillo National Monument & Point Loma Lighthouse

Today is New Year’s Eve and Kari and I took Makena to the Cabrillo National Monument & the Old Point Loma Lighthouse.  Randon and Melissa came with us, and they brought their son Lukas as well.  It was a beautiful day in San Diego, but a bit chilly.  From the monument & lighthouse  we were …

San Diego - Encinitas - San Diego Christmas

Makena’s First San Diego Christmas

December 25th, 2016 was Makena’s first Christmas. The original plans for our San Diego Christmas was one that put us away out in Orange County and Riverside County. We were to spend time with family and friends. However, being that we’re still adjusting to being new parents and having a newborn has its many challenges due …