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Explore The Area

Everything within a short walk or drive — the best beaches, local eats, and things to do around your stay.

The Local Guide

A spirited guide to
the coast we love.

We've lived, worked, and raised kids in North County since the early 1990s. This is the guide we'd hand a friend visiting for the first time — practical, opinionated, and updated when things change.

The Local Guides

Curated spots and local insider recommendations across North County.

Farmer's Markets

Farmer's Markets

Every Weekend


Del Mar every Saturday, from 1 to 4. Encinitas sunday from 10 to 2. Solana Beach Sunday from 12-4.

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Discounted surf lessons

Discounted surf lessons

Water

We have a shortlist of instructors we love — beginner-friendly, and reasonably priced.

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Long walks (probably to brunch)

Long walks (probably to brunch)

Slow mornings

A few of our favorite walk-to-brunch loops, mapped and honest about the hills.

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Women-owned wellness & beauty

Women-owned wellness & beauty

Wellness

Facials, massage, breathwork — the studios we send our friends and family to.

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The right beach for you

The right beach for you

Beach days

Where to go with toddlers, tide pools, dogs, or a grandparent who needs easy parking.

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Sustainability & cleanup days

Sustainability & cleanup days

Give back

Volunteer opportunities we love — a great way to spend a Saturday morning with kids.

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Legoland & family excursions

Legoland & family excursions

With the kids

The nearby classics, plus a few less-obvious kid-friendly ideas.

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Escapes to San Diego & LA

Escapes to San Diego & LA

Grown-ups only

Day trips, food itineraries, and how long it actually takes on a Friday.

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