Explore Fascinating Exhibits at the San Diego Natural History Museum! Enjoy $4 Off Admission With Our Coupon!
Explore an enormous cast of an Allosaurus skeleton from the Jurassic Period, a mega-sized replica of an extinct megalodon shark, a Foucault pendulum that proves the earth is spinning — and many more marvels at this Balboa Park institution marking its 150th anniversary in 2024. The venue showcases the natural history of Southern California and the Baja California Peninsula via fascinating exhibits spanning four floors, a giant screen theater, summer camp, free guided hikes, talks, lectures, community science projects and an expansive research collection. As a birthday present to San Diego, the museum will open a new native plant garden...
Celebrate the Month of Love at San Diego Botanic Garden in Encinitas!
Breathe in the fresh air at this plant-lovers’ paradise, a lush urban oasis spanning 37 acres in Encinitas, and home to the West Coast’s largest children’s garden and North America’s biggest public bamboo collection. With four miles of meandering pathways, vibrant sights and smells of more than 5,000 plants from around the world, the San Diego Botanic Garden is a perfect place to celebrate the Month of Love. From a heart-shaped succulent arrangement class, houseplant and gardening workshops, Conservatory Yoga, and more - this month’s schedule of classes and workshops is filled with activities to enjoy as a couple, with...
Lots to Love in February at Santee Lakes Rec Preserve!
Cast a line, rent a pedal boat, enjoy a picnic, and camp out at Santee Lakes Recreation Preserve in the heart of East County. Just a short drive for most locals, this beautiful 190-acre park and RV campground surrounds a chain of seven private, recycled water lakes that are stocked with sport fish year-round. No state license is required; just a permit from the property's General Store. February fun includes Super Bowl Double Deals at Angry Petes Pizza on Feb. 11, and $14 to rent a Pedal Boat on Feb. 14. Check out Santee Lakes' February newsletter here The oasis...
North Coast Rep Continues 42nd Season With ‘Tartuffe’
Enjoy immense talent and exceptional productions in an intimate setting at North Coast Repertory Theatre in Solana Beach. The Rep’s 42nd season continues with Molière’s "Tartuffe," (March 6-March 31), an enduring comedic masterpiece about a charlatan who worms his way into a wealthy family, causing pandemonium. "Tartuffe" is cleverly translated into English verse by Richard Wilbur. Also, enjoy Variety Night shows Mondays and/or Tuesdays ranging from comedy nights to stage readings and musical entertainment. For ticket information, call (858) 481-1055 or book online here
Sign Up For Spring STEM Camps at the Fleet!
Calling all campers! Join Spring STEM Camps at the Fleet Science Center, where new adventures await each day! Kids in PreK-K and grades 1–3 can enjoy a variety of fun and educational science activities April 1-5. PreK-K campers will enjoy "Fairy Tale Engineering." Grades 1-3 will focus on "Ocean Odyssey: STEM Adventures in the Big Blue." Details here Explore 100+ interactive exhibits and fun traveling exhibitions in this inspiring Science Center, Dome Theater and planetarium in Balboa Park. Inside the Fleet Science Center, you can construct marble roller coasters in Studio X, touch a swirling tornado, learn how to generate...
Celebrate Love with a Vineyard Valentine’s Lunch!
Make tracks to Cougar Vineyard & Winery, specializing in 100 percent estate-grown Italian varietals paired with some of the most picturesque views of Temecula Valley. The winery is offers a Sweetheart Special – a heart-themed Lunch for Two with a View on Valentine's Day (First 50 reservations: Chairs and View if outdoor dining available). Package includes a heart-shaped pizza, Caesar salad, two glasses of wine or beer, two heart-shaped triple chocolate, Ghirardelli brownies, and one long-stem red rose. Wine club members/$65; Non-wine club/ $75; Day of/$85. Pre-pay before Feb. 11. and you may reserve two Adirondack Chairs (for 90 minutes...
Treat Your Date to An Evening at The Shout! House, the Dueling Piano Bar in Downtown San Diego!
Looking for the ultimate interactive and fun date night spot? Look no further than The Shout! House, the rock 'n roll dueling piano bar in the heart of the Gaslamp Quarter. A team of exceptional pianists/singers perform in front of large mirrors playing hits from the 1950s to the present. Country, hip hop, pop, musical theater – they know it all. The evening is request-driven and interactive with the audience – from songs to skits to comedy bits – and with the use of multiple teams, the sing-along goes non-stop. To correspond with the venue’s musical motif, The Shout! House...
Soar above Temecula’s Wine Country! Book a Hot Air Balloon Package at Carter Estate Winery & Resort!
HOT AIR BALLOON PACKAGE Uncork excitement in the heart of Wine Country during your stay at Carter Estate Winery and Resort. Reserve our Hot Air Balloon Package and soar over the breathtaking California landscape as you enjoy a one-of-a-kind experience aboard a hot air balloon. Start planning your Wine Country adventure today! Please note that the package is only for one night; if you would like to stay additional nights, please call our reservations department at 951-587-9463. They are available to assist you from 9 AM – 6 PM. Offer Details: One Luxurious overnight stay for two Complimentary Continental Breakfast for...
Unique 45 minute Historic Bay Cruise aboard the 1914 Pilot.
PILOT – Enjoy a narrated bay cruise aboard the oldest active pilot boat in the country! Launched in 1914 to her removal from regular service in 1996, Pilot enjoyed an active career as San Diego’s chief pilot craft – assisting almost every one of the thousands of major commercial ships to enter or leave the bay during that time. Restored by the Maritime Museum of San Diego and relaunched in 2002, Pilot now hosts school groups on “Economy and Ecology” voyages, where students help with navigation and perform water quality experiments while exploring the Bay, in addition to her public...
Immerse Yourself in San Diego’s Naval Legacy!
Swift Boat Naval History Tour Take a High-Speed Bay Tour Aboard a Legendary Swift Boat PCF-816 (Patrol Craft Fast) Includes Maritime Museum General Admission Be a part of history, ride the only active passenger carrying Swift Boat in the country. Feel the power of the twin 12 cylinder 2-stroke Detroit Diesels as you take a behind the scenes 75 minute narrated tour of San Diego’s military history. Tour route heads under Coronado Bay Bridge, Naval Base San Diego, and then Naval Amphibious Base. It then heads back by the aircraft carrier basin and Naval Air Station North Island before returning...