A Delicious Evening at the First Annual Taste of La Mesa Village!
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Written By Carolyn Howard On Thursday, April 24, I had the pleasure of attending the first annual Taste of La Mesa Village, a sold-out event that brought the community together for an evening of food, drinks, and fun. A total of 26 local businesses participated, offering "sips and bites" to ticket holders. Most of the stops were conveniently located along both sides of La Mesa Boulevard, making it easy to stroll from one spot to the next. The event ran from 5 to 8 PM, giving...
Ride to the airport, beaches, museums, attractions and sporting events via the trolleys and buses on the Metropolitan Transit System (MTS)!
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Ride to the airport, beaches, museums, attractions and sporting events via the trolleys and buses on the Metropolitan Transit System (MTS), the largest provider of public transportation in San Diego County. MTS provides apps for mobile ticketing (Compass Cloud) and real-time service information (OneBusAway). • MTS Trolley: San Diego’s iconic bright red trolley transports riders swiftly around the city and to surrounding communities on its light-rail line. Three main lines (UC San Diego Blue, Sycuan Green, Orange) operate regular service between 5 a.m. and midnight, seven...
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...
Viejas Casino Wows Guests With Luxurious Willows Hotel & Spa
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Cathy Hendrie PassPort to San Diego Health and wellness has never looked more appealing, thanks to the Willows Hotel & Spa, an adults-only, all-suites luxury property at Viejas Casino & Resort in Alpine. Uniquely, Willows offers a 25-hour room, allowing guests to arrive at their leisure, and check out 25 hours later. Guests who arrive in the evening can check out in the evening, for example. Additionally, visitors are greeted with a walk-in welcome (no visit to the registration desk necessary) by a team member...
Enjoy World-Class Concerts by the San Diego Symphony at The Rady Shell!
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Orchestrate an evening out enjoying world-class performances by the San Diego Symphony, now performing at its newly renovated and revitalized indoor home, Jacobs Music Center. Improved sight lines, acoustics, new seating and finishes, and restored architectural details have combined to create an experience of rich sound and intimacy for the audience and musicians in the nearly century-old hall. Along with its Jacobs Masterworks classical repertoire, the Symphony has reintroduced its indoor Jazz @ the Jacobs and Family Concerts, and added two new series: Currents, often...Explore this impressive venue for an unforgettable Temecula Wine Country experience at South Coast Winery & Spa!
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South Coast Winery Resort & Spa Drink in the rolling vineyards and exceptional estate-bottled wines at this stunning oasis basking in the Temecula Valley sunshine. Along with its sister resort, Carter Estate Winery and Resort, South Coast is regarded as a premier vintner among both discerning and casual palates. Sip and savor bold reds, bright whites and rosés, and sparkling and sweet wines by the glass or bottle. Also uncork aromatic blends and other pronounced flavors from the winery’s Wild Horse Peak label. Two tasting...
Visit this exciting North County Children’s Discovery Museum Celebrating 25 Years! Experience A World of Wonders with Hands-On Activities For Kids Up to Age 10.
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Visit this exciting North County children’s museum and experience a world of wonders with hands-on activities for kids up to age 10. Interactive exhibits focus on science, art, and world cultures and are separated into four distinct areas: Explore, Imagine, Experiment, and Discover. Children can set sail on the Discovery Sailboat, travel to the Kids Global Village, feed chickens in the Children’s Discovery Garden, and uncover a whole dinosaur fossil in the Base Camp dig site year round. Also enjoy the museum’s educational programming...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...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...
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 –...
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...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...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...