SAN DIEGO, CA — While San Diego’s tacos and burritos are legendary, they’re only one facet of the city’s diverse culinary scene. In recent years, San Diego has emerged as one of the country’s most exciting fine dining destinations, thanks to several innovative chefs and restaurateurs who have received both international and national acclaim — and the city itself was named one of the top food cities in the U.S. in Conde Nast Traveler’s 2025 Reader’s Choice Awards. Here, you can find Michelin-starred experiences and fine-dining tasting menus, often delivered […]

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The lush, picturesque Valle de Guadalupe in Ensenada, Baja California, has come into its own as one of the leading wine destinations on both sides of the border. The valley is located 80 miles from San Diego, California, making it easily accessible by car to Southern California locals and visitors who want a taste of Wine Country–with an international twist! One of the premier winery destinations in this region is the El Cielo Resort. Tuscany in Baja California If you have ever visited Tuscany, Italy, the moment you enter the […]

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Tired of the massive cruise ships packed to the brim with thousands of tourists? Not interested in that kind of generic, high-density vacation but still want the unparalleled sightseeing and relaxation of a scenic cruise? Then maybe an Uncruise is the right cruise for you. UnCruise Adventures is unlike any cruise I’ve done in the past. And I quickly found myself warming up to the concept. After spending a day on a special “behind the scenes” excursion, I realized that UnCruise reinvents the idea of what a cruise can be. […]

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The rooftop edges over dramatically – at its most precipitous drop, one would fall maybe 10 feet if they weren’t careful. There is no railing guarding the edge of the roof leading to the steps to the lower level. But one afternoon a gentleman showed up with his portable welder and began welding together a metal railing before ultimately installing it. We began chatting – his initial questions were about politics. Always a hook conversation starter possibly leading towards conflict but in our case, it only led to agreement. He […]

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This 25 acre palm studded oasis founded by two Canadians sits on the edge of the Sierra de la Laguna foothills, a short drive from the center of San Jose del Cabo. Depending on the route one may pass through over narrow dirt roads – past primitive looking pens holding cows – a complete contrast in comparison to the well-kept and orderly grounds of the resort. ACRE (pronounced, ahh-cray) is known for its quiet setting among the naturally growing palms, organic gardens (this is no ordinary farm stay!), a mango […]

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Every fall, more than 20,000 Pacific gray whales begin to migrate south from their feeding grounds in the Bering Sea to their breeding grounds in the warm waters of Baja California. They pass by Mendocino County twice: going south from November through February, and going north from February through May. With an average lifespan of 50 years, they swim an astonishing 10,000 miles each and every year. Calves are at least a month old before they migrate north with their mothers, so they travel slowly and close to shore. Numerous […]

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The octopus arrived at our table on a plate illustrated with the two hands of the many workers who helped produce this gorgeous dish. At Bracero Cocina de Raiz in San Diego, Baja cuisine advocate Chef Javier Plascencia invites guests to witness and celebrate the efforts of all the workers—including produce pickers, grapevine pruners, and fishermen—who help them produce such incredibly creative and flavorful dishes in a Mexican style completely their own. Bracero Cocina cuisine knits together Baja and California as well as Mexico’s culinary past and present. Every dish […]

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Loreto, located on the Sea of Cortez in Mexico’s Baja California, was one of famous oceanographer, Jacques Cousteau’s favorite places in the world. He first visited Loreto in 1980 and appropriately called it “The Aquarium of the World”. Yet, it remains a hidden gem to many people even to their ‘next door neighbors’ in the United States. Loreto is merely a 2.5-hour flight from Los Angeles. Alaska airlines offers nonstop service from LAX, Westjet offers seasonal non stop flights from Calgary and Aéreo Calafia offers flights to Loreto from select […]

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Tacos and enchiladas are tastes as familiar to Americans as burgers and fries. While I share a hunger for these Anglicized palate-pleasers, nothing beats the authentic cuisine that lies south of the border. When I crave the unadulterated tastes of Mexico, I dream of the flavors that I have savored in Puebla. In a country loaded with gastronomic riches, Puebla is a culinary oasis. What to Eat in Puebla Puebla is a safe and vibrant city located 85 miles Southeast of Mexico City. It is one of Mexico’s beautiful Colonial […]

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JEOPARDY!’ And Lindblad Expeditions-National Geographic Announce the JEOPARDY! Explore the World Sweepstakes NEW YORK, October 21, 2013 — JEOPARDY! and Lindblad Expeditions-National Geographic have announced the upcoming JEOPARDY! Explore the World Sweepstakes set to begin this month as part of JEOPARDY!’s season-long celebration of their 30th anniversary season. The Explore the World Sweepstakes will provide 30 extraordinary voyages for viewers and their guests to some of the most incredible destinations on the planet. The promotion is an outgrowth of a multi-year collaborative relationship between JEOPARDY! and Lindblad Expeditions. Partners since […]

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Oct. 11-14 Foodie Extravaganza Highlights Region’s Quintessential Cuisine and Wines TIJUANA, Mexico, Aug. 22, 2012 – The second annual Baja California Culinary Fest will celebrate the region’s artisan fare and premium wines in cities throughout Northern Baja on Oct. 11-14. Featuring special dinners, interactive events, cooking classes, competitions and entertainment, the region’s bountiful ingredients will take center stage with special guest stars from Sinaloa and California. Headlining this year’s festival is an exclusive six-course guest chef meal merging the flavors of Baja and Sinaloa, a state also famous for its fresh […]

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My friends call me “Wheels.” My story begins in 1950, after polio left me ‘confined” to a wheelchair but certainly not “by it.” Inspired by the book Into A Desert Place by Graham Macintosh, my story unfolds into a road trip through Baja, California with my friend Jack. A quick adventure over 7 days and 2000 miles provides a lifetime of memories of a frontier land south of the border that in 1972 presented challenges to all travelers, especially the disabled. Our agenda called for entering Mexico from the border […]

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Moon Baja by Nikki Goth Itoi From the stunningly clear water glistening in the sunlight photo that is pictured on the front cover this book quickly draws you into the wonders of Baja California. From multicultural Tijuana just south of the US border all the way down to Cabo San Lucas on Baja’s southern tip, this is the go to guide for this region of Mexico. Helpful sections in the beginning of the book warrant a look including the best of Baja road trip, scuba diving, island hopping and seaside […]

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One of the Next 500 Marquis Los Cabos Facebook Fans Will Win 2 Vacations Cabo San Lucas, Baja California Sur, Mexico (April 5, 2010) – Coconut Keeper, Whale Spotter, Towel Fluffer – Oh My! The 237-suite beachfront Marquis Los Cabos Resort has extended the deadline to win a free-vacation by inventing the ‘World’s Most Awesome Hotel Job’ in its debut Facebook contest. Now through April 30, the next 500 people to become Facebook Fans are eligible to win two free vacations by submitting a one-minute video describing a job they […]

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Prestigious Awards and Recognitions The September 2009 issue of DOG FANCY magazine recognized San Diego as ‘America’s best big city for dogs.’ Based on reader nominations, San Diego was awarded this recognition for the presence of dog-friendly activities, restaurants, businesses, dog parks, medical specialists, pro-dog legislation and other criteria. Readers of Successful Meetings magazine recently awarded the San Diego Convention & Visitors Bureau with the prominent 2009 Pinnacle Award for the 16th year in a row. The award signifies outstanding commitment to hospitality excellence and a consistent delivery of superior […]

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