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La Jolla

This jewel of a city boasts an inviting downtown area, and is home to the illustrious Prospect Street, awash in trendy boutiques and high-end restaurants. A short walk brings tourists to La Jolla Cove, home to sea lions and sea birds basking on the rocks, as well as an unrivaled view of the Pacific Ocean cliffs.

Coronado Island

Driving onto Coronado Island is like entering a world all its own. Rich in history, this community has a hometown feel. Walk southward down the city's main strip, Orange Avenue, and end up at the famous Hotel Del Coronado. Then visit the shores along Ocean Avenue, desirable for being less inundated with tourists than similar San Diego beaches.

Pacific Beach

P.B. is home to an active crowd that enjoys the lively community's wide range of social activities. From mingling on the sand to browsing street-front shops and restaurants, there is always something new to discover here. Rent a beach cruiser bicycle, check out Crystal Pier, and steal the night for yourself at one of the beach's busy bars.

Santa Barbara

Also known as the American Riviera, Santa Barbara is home to sandy beaches and majestic mountains. Relax and enjoy luxurious day spas, or take a hike to the hot springs near Gaviota Peak. Whatever your passion might be, Santa Barbara offers big culture in a small community. Posh restaurants, swanky boutiques, and edgy art galleries are among the list of things to experience.

Palm Springs

Check into an exclusive resort and lounge by the pool while soaking up some vitamin D, or push your luck by betting at the luxurious Casino Morongo Resort & Spa. Should the desert bring you luck, Casino Morongo is conveniently located next to the impressive Cabazon Outlet Mall. Don’t want to spend your earnings? Visit the desert’s beautiful wildlife at the Moorten Botanical Gardens.

Las Vegas

Who knew there could be so much to do in just 4.2 miles? Located about five hours northeast of San Diego you will find this oasis of entertainment. The Las Vegas strip holds a variety of attractions, from comedy shows, burlesque entertainment, and a sea of sights and sounds. Go ahead and take yourself on a faux trip to Europe by visiting the Venetian for a gondola ride through Venice, followed by dining in a fifty-story replica of the Eiffel Tower at Paris Las Vegas Hotel. Whatever you decide to do, Vegas will exceed your expectations.

Anza Borrego State Park

Home of the endangered Peninsular bighorn sheep, Anza Borrego is a bit different from surrounding deserts. A two-hour drive from San Diego puts you in California’s largest state park, decorated with craggy terrain and miles of off-roading opportunities. Hike the park's over five-hundred miles of unpaved trails, and keep your eyes peeled for roadrunners, golden eagles, kit foxes, mule deer and iguanas.

Julian/Lake Cuyamaca

Leap back to the year 1870 by driving out to the small town of Julian, only an hour out from San Diego. Before arriving at your destination, take some time to appreciate beautiful Lake Cuyamaca. Rent a boat, take a picnic, or enjoy an easy nature hike. After a day spent on the lake, any of Julian's popular bed-and-breakfasts have never sounded so inviting. Take a ten-minute drive north and arrive in this historic, quaint town, famous for its apple pies, horse-drawn carriages and mom n' pop shops.

Temecula Wine Country

Get swept off your feet, literally. Enjoy a romantic hot air balloon ride above the plush vineyards and rolling hills of Temecula, California. Once landed, sip on delicious wine from one of the many family owned wineries, or take a stroll over the wooden boardwalks of Temecula's Old Town. For nature lovers, absorb the fresh air on a hike through the Santa Rosa Plateau Wildlife Preserve, boasting nine-thousand acres of unique ecosystems and forty-nine endangered species of plants and animals.