Magically Delicious Travel

Pacific Beach Pier

Every time I go to Pacific Beach we find ourselves walking onto the pier. Pacific Beach is iconic for Southern California’s beach life.  Palm Trees.  Surf Shops.  Frozen Yogurt Cafes.  Sports Bars.  Boutiques.  And everyone’s working on their tan. It’s popular with the collegiate crowd.  And that means young adults happy as can be to [...]

Balboa Park Garden Blooms

Balboa Park’s Gardens were ranked among the Best Parks in the World by the Project for Public Places in 2003, for its mixture of horticulture, art and culture. In 1868 San Diego’s founders carved out a large swathe of undeveloped land to create a public park outside downtown.  Today, the park is notable for its [...]

San Diego Fair At Night Sparkles

Ahhhh… I couldn’t resist.  I had to post this picture.  The San Diego County Fair just sparkles at night.   Thank you Optical Bliss (www.opticalbliss.com) for the picture! Oh.. and by the way… the best way to capture this shot is to hop on a motorcycle and park on the side of the road right [...]

It’s officially summer: San Diego Fair in Del Mar

There is something about the fair….it’s the crazy rides… the outrageously delicious food… that just screams Summer Days are here! The San Diego Fair at Del Mar Fairgrounds marks the official start of summer for me.  It runs from Memorial Day to July 4th weekend. And just like last year, I plan on getting on [...]

Big Trees with Massive Roots in Balboa Park

Standing watch at the top of Palm Canyon in Balboa Park are these three massive trees.  Their massive root systems show testament to their age. Click any icon to share and enjoy

Fun things to see at Balboa Park

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Taking Pictures at Balboa Park

We'd quenched our thirst on Margarita's and bid Earth Fair farewell.

Swami’s Beach

One of my favorite beaches in North County San Diego for the 180 views of surfers bobbing up and down in the water as they wait for the next wave. Named for the Self-Realization Fellowship Retreat, Gardens and Hermitage located a few hundred yards north on Highway 101.  Access the beach from a set of [...]