Shop, Dine and Play by the Bay at Seaport Village!
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Nestled along the San Diego Bay with its coastal breezes and views of the Coronado Bridge, Seaport Village is a stunning 14-acre waterfront shopping and dining complex in downtown San Diego. It offers eclectic shops, fine and casual dining and family-friendly entertainment. Finding a favorite flag, trying on eco-friendly clothing or appreciating exclusive art are just a few of the offerings at the 50-plus diverse shops dotting the village. Visitors can also grab a bite at more than a dozen eateries cooking up everything...
Leucadia Pizzeria & Italian Restaurants Serve The Best Pizza, Pasta and Salads In Town! They Deliver Too!
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Choose from over 20 piping-hot pizzas at Leucadia Pizzeria & Italian Restaurants’ locations in Encinitas and University Town Center/La Jolla. Aside from their famous pizzas (with a choice of gluten-free crust), the restaurants are known for delicious pastas, fresh entrées, subs, salads and desserts. Each location has a full selection of cocktails, wine and local beers on draft and Happy Hours run 4–7 p.m. Monday-Friday. Both La Jolla and Encinitas restaurants include large patios, perfect for casual banquets! For reservations, delivery or...Enjoy Specialty Boutiques, Seaside Dining, Live Music, Pop-up Events and More at this Open-Air Del Mar Gem!
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Take in shimmering ocean views and stunning sunsets at this multi-story open-air plaza offering upscale shopping and dining as well as a bakery, a gelateria, beauty salons and a fitness studio. Perched on a corner in the seaside village of Del Mar, the complex features a collection of men’s and women’s boutiques carrying everything from distinct apparel and footwear to fine jewelry and designer sunglasses. Women can find everything from chic maxi dresses to tailored tops and bottoms as well as gifts and...Get Delicious Mexican Fare at Frida’s Tequeria Restaurants!
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Get true Mexican fare at this taqueria hot spot, where locals and out-of-town foodies line up for fresh and flavorful Tijuana-style tacos. Located at the corner of East Valley Parkway and Fig Street, Frida's also serves up quesadillas, burritos, tortas, quesa tacos, mulitas, fries, and papas rellenas (savory stuffed potatoes). Street taco classics include carne asada, adobada, pollo, carnitas, papa con chorizo, birria, chicharrón, and cabeza — all topped with a choice of onions, cilantro, salsas, and/or creamy guacamole. Guests simply order at the register,...
Explore wonderful shops, restaurants and services at Village Faire in Carlsbad! There’s something for everyone!
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The Village Faire Shopping Center in historic Carlsbad Village sits about a block from the ocean. Set in New England-style architecture surrounding a fountain courtyard, the center’s boutique shops include beauty, fitness, a day spa, clothing, gifts, jewelry and imports. Dining covers a wide range of cuisine, including Mediterranean, Italian, Southwestern, Californian and Japanese, not to mention burgers, gelato, smoothies and coffee. Other establishments include a surfboard shop, art galleries, real estate services and a UPS Store. A great way to spend a day exploring...
Gather at Vinaka Cafe For Fresh Coffee, Pastries and Sandwiches!
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Grab an espresso or hang out while savoring specialty coffees at this sunny seaside cafe on the upper level of Carlsbad Village Faire. Enjoy fresh pastries, 100 percent natural ice cream, made-to-order sandwiches (everything from turkey & avocado to fresh veggie wraps), smoothies, cakes and pies. A favorite of locals for 28 years and a laptopper’s paradise, the shop offers free WiFi, a coffee and tea refill, and a relaxed atmosphere in which to work or play games. Welcoming staffers and outdoor seating overlooking the...
Enjoy a taste of Americana at this inviting venue, blending fine wine with classic automobiles.
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Enjoy a taste of Americana at this inviting venue, blending fine wine with classic automobiles. The vineyard produces award-winning local estate wines and features the world’s largest collection of American convertibles (spread across three separate buildings), plus Coca-Cola memorabilia, vintage household appliances, and other blasts from the past. Located off Highway 395 and Interstate 15 north of Escondido, the winery sits in a quiet, pastoral setting amid orchards and shaded picnic grounds. Motorists simply turn into the property off Champagne Boulevard, named for the “champagne...
MainStreet Oceanside’s Farmers and Sunset Markets The Place to Be Thursdays All Year!
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PassPort to San Diego For free, family fun and fabulous fare, head to MainStreet Oceanside’s Farmer’s Market on Thursdays mornings and Mainstreet’s Sunset Market on Thursday evenings. This dynamic duo of tasty and entertaining events attract thousands of Oceanside residents and visitors each week. At the morning farmers market, stock up on fresh fruit, bread and flowers, buy handmade goods, jewelry, soaps, lotions, art, as well as artisan-baked goods, organic dips and sauces. Enjoy the ocean breezes while strolling and sampling all the offerings at...
Get up close and personal with reptiles, amphibians, and arthropods at EcoVivarium!
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EcoVivarium is an educational non-profit living museum home to over 200 rescued and donated animals. Thirty to forty Ambassador Animals are featured in the museum each day, so every visit offers new animal encounters! Guests of all ages can touch and hold snakes and lizards of all sizes, meet a tarantula and other exotic creatures at this amazing Escondido Living Museum. Educational guides are on hand throughout guests’ visits. During the summer, week-long camps focus on animal care, habitats, and STEAM-based explorations. The...
Sing Along at The Shout! House: San Diego’s Ultimate Dueling Piano Experience
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By Carolyn Howard PassPort to San Diego If you’re looking for an unforgettable night out in San Diego, The Shout! House in San Diego's Gaslamp Quarter is the place to be! Whether you’re celebrating a birthday, bachelor or bachelorette party, anniversary, date night, or just a fun evening with friends, this lively, dueling piano bar and eatery guarantees a fantastic time. What Makes The Shout! House So Special? At The Shout! House, it’s not just about great food and an extensive drink menu – it’s...
Get Cookin’ With Fresh Olive Oils, Vinegars, Herbs and Spices at Old Town’s Temecula Olive Oil Company!
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Savor complimentary samples of fresh, antioxidant-rich olive oils, vinegars, herbs and spices at this culinary shop, one of two locations in Old Town San Diego. The bright boutique is a popular stop for locals and tourists strolling San Diego Avenue, Old Town's main thoroughfare. Family-owned and operated, this company of premier Southern California olive oil growers produces signature offerings such as Fresh Blood Orange Olive Oil, described as "an orange kissed by a raspberry." Vinegars include Fresh Apple Balsamico Bianco, perfect for summer salad dressings or...
Discover your new favorite wine at this corner gathering spot in downtown San Diego!
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Savor international wines and West Coast vintages at this family-owned artisanal wine importer in downtown San Diego. The venue at the corner of Fourth and Cedar features a gorgeous giant teak tasting bar and knowledgeable servers inviting patrons to saunter up and sample. Floor-to-ceiling windows, warm lighting and large wood and metal chandeliers go well with the sips. Flights consist of five wines with a classic version for $16; and a reserve for $24. By-the-glass, flights, or bottle options are paired with an exceptional menu of...
Travel to Ramona For An Unforgettable Winery Experience!
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Discover award-winning reds, whites and rosés produced in Ramona Valley AVA (American Viticultural Area) and Highland Valley, home to 45-plus wineries nestled in the heart of San Diego County. A short drive from Interstate 15 and just east of Poway and Escondido, all are family-owned, cultivating grapes and bottling estate-grown varietals right on the premises. Enjoy the chance to meet the owners and winemakers, and take in sweeping vistas and warm sunshine, while sipping on personal favorites alongside new releases. All wineries feature beautiful tasting venues, and...Hang Out With Adoptable Kitties at The Cat Café in Downtown San Diego!
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Start feline fine at this coffee and cat lovers' paradise, serving up hot drinks and snacks along with playtime purrs in downtown San Diego. Guests make a reservation online for a one-hour visit with cuddly, heartwarming kitties who hang out in a bright room filled with fluffy beds, toys, cat trees and scratching posts. Admission includes a food or drink item. Once inside, patrons may pet and play with about a dozen cats or simply gaze blissfully in their direction. Most of these furry bundles...
Explore the New Hands-On Exhibit ‘Above & Beyond’ at the San Diego Air & Space Museum!
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Blast off to outer space in the new immersive exhibit "Above & Beyond” at the San Diego Air & Space Museum. There are more than 20 interactive stations that explore the ingenuity and science behind human flight — from the Wright brothers’ triumph at Kitty Hawk in 1903 to plans for expeditions to Mars. From games to simulations and engaging narration, there is something for everyone: Design and test-fly a supersonic jet. Experience flight as a bird or futuristic wing-flapping aircraft. Take an elevator ride...Shop All Your Jewelry Needs in One Location at San Diego Jewelers Exchange!
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Shop this gem inside a historic building with eight floors of vendors offering jewelry, appraisals, repairs and custom designs. Find diamonds and gemstones, gold and silver Items, watches and so much more. Also choose from a wide selection of loose stones and have a custom piece created. Whether shopping for an engagement ring, wedding band, sparkly bracelet or other pretty bauble, find it all in one convenient location! Also enjoy great service and affordable prices. The exchange is located in downtown San Diego. Building Hours:...
SPACE: Our Greatest Adventure at San Diego Air & Space Museum
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SPACE: Our Greatest Adventure, an educational, interactive, one-of-a-kind – and most important of all FUN! -- special exhibition exploring mankind’s quest for the stars and how space exploration impacts our daily lives. SPACE: Our Greatest Adventure is separated into four distinct zones – Welcome to the Space Age, The Race to the Moon, Life in Space Today and Our Future in Space. With hand’s-on learning experiences, selfie stations on the Moon, Mars and the International Space Station, and informative videos and smart touch screens...
Visit Balboa Park’s Japanese Friendship Garden & Museum
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Find peace and enjoy meditation among the ornamental plants, colorful Koi pond and beautiful Bonsai display in this expansive Balboa Park garden. Considered to be a living work of art in Japanese culture, the garden also features a meandering path flanked by artfully arranged rocks, shrubbery and trees. The garden is a popular venue for weddings and corporate events and has both indoor and outdoor facilities. Docent tours are free with paid admission, and special exhibits are also a must see while visiting! 2215...
Experience an evening of wonder and dining in La Jolla or San Diego!
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35% Off All 2024 ADMISSION -USE CODE: PASSPORT35 Pull an appearing act and enjoy a night out at Mystique Dining or The Prestige Magic Lounge & Showroom, featuring “magic so close you can taste it.” The sister venues provide the ultimate blend of luxury and enchantment: a lavish multi-course feast, followed by a captivating 45 minutes of extraordinary magic from world-renowned performers. At Mystique in downtown La Jolla, guests may check in with the bartender and order a drink (sodas are complimentary) before the evening...
Nicole Assef, Coldwell Banker West, Will Help You Find Your Next Dream Home!
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Buying a home is one of life’s biggest investments, so it’s crucial to find a trustworthy realtor who connects you with the community. Nicole Assef, a 10 year San Diego resident with East Coast roots, excels in helping first-time buyers, seasoned homeowners, and out-of-town relocators with luxury and second-home properties. Coldwell Banker West, with 12 San Diego County offices, is a four-time Platinum Status award winner by Anywhere Leads, offering both regional and global reach. This is vital for Nicole’s relocation niche, as relocating to...