In a town known for craft beer, San Diego’s cider scene is a small (and exciting) alternative Like most of the country, craft cider in San Diego makes up only a small portion of the local beverage scene. But cider is growing in popularity, thanks to its natural lack of gluten, relatively low alcohol content and the fact it’s simply a delicious drink. For what San Diego cideries lack in numbers, they more than make up for with quality, with a diverse array of flavors and finishes to excite even […]

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Kevin Baugh is the founder and president of the Republic of Molossia, a self-proclaimed micronation in the Nevada desert. Since 1977, he has transformed his homestead into a whimsical sovereign state, blending humor and creativity into its governance. Q. For those who may not know about the Republic of Molossia, could you explain what Molossia is, what this micronation means to you, is it open to visitors? A micronation is a tiny, self-declared country, in our case located fully within the US.  The Republic of Molossia was founded on 26 […]

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Southern California’s iconic 55 acres of ranunculus and gardens will be the colorful backdrop for artist, Alex Heveri’s, traveling exhibit, “Glass in Flight” CARLSBAD, Calif. (February 1, 2025) – The Flower Fields at Carlsbad Ranch will open its gates to springtime enthusiasts beginning Saturday, March 1 2025 for friends and families to wander amongst the colorful fifty-five acres of Giant Tecolote Ranunculus: a flower renowned for its large, double-petaled blooms that sit atop tall, straight stems. For the 2025 season, The Flower Fields at Carlsbad Ranch is thrilled to welcome its […]

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Murrieta Hot Springs, California,  Geothermal Resort Review I first discovered the benefits of thermal springs as a young bride living in Southern Germany.  My life there included visits to picturesque towns which evoked scenes right out of the “Sound of Music.”  But nothing quite surpassed the rejuvenation and relaxation I felt after a dip in one of the many thermal pools that dotted the Bavarian countryside. I had the pleasure of soaking in thermal mineral waters in Baden-Baden and Bad Tölz, as well as in many other geothermal spas throughout […]

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Iconic Hall of Fishes to be reimagined into immersive Pacific Ocean experience La Jolla, CA (September, 2024)—Birch Aquarium at Scripps Institution of Oceanography at UC San Diego announced Living Seas, a reimagined exhibition that will replace the aquarium’s famed Hall of Fishes next summer. The exhibition, the largest capital improvement since the aquarium was built in 1992, invites guests to journey through the Pacific Ocean in order to inspire a love of nature, a sense of place and ocean optimism. “Generations of San Diegans have been inspired by our Hall […]

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Located mere minutes from downtown San Diego this 1200 acre park is a mix of museums, gardens, theatres, appealing architecture and the world-famous San Diego Zoo. The oldest museum in the park is the San Diego Natural History Museum founded in 1874. And the park is home to the world’s largest outdoor pipe organ. Arguably the center of the park is along ‘museum corridor’ a walk way passing by the most prominent of the museums and one of the most picturesque scenes in all of the park, the Lily Pond […]

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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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-This year, there will be 14 grape harvests and one winemaking event in Dolores Hidalgo, San Miguel de Allende, San Felipe, San Diego de la Unión, Comonfort and Silao. – Guanajuato has positioned itself in the wine market and also increased its numbers significantly. DOLORES HIDALGO C.I.N., Guanajuato, Mexico — July 19, 2023 — In Guanajuato, the state’s annual grape harvest is appreciated and celebrated. This past weekend, producers and wine lovers gathered to celebrate the beginning of “Vendimias Guanajuato” at the Wine Museum here in Dolores Hidalgo. Last Saturday, […]

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Summer Nights Returns to Encinitas 37-Acre Urban Oasis While Savage Gardens Will Have a Four Month Residency in the Garden’s Conservatory Encinitas, Calif. – San Diego Botanic Garden (SDBG) is beckoning locals and travelers alike with a summer lineup featuring a fresh slate of events. The fan-favorite Summer Nights (July 13 – August 17, 2023) will be returning on select Thursdays and feature extended hours until 8 p.m., concerts, special events, along with specialty food and drink packages. The traveling exhibition, Savage Gardens, will run from July 1 through October […]

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Pasadena, California (June 2023) – June in Pasadena is especially pretty, with live music and arts and cultural events popping up across the city’s popular shopping, dining, cultural, and landmark areas. The enchanting rose gardens are in full bloom, pride events paint the town, and Visit Pasadena, the city’s official tourism organization, celebrates pride with a citywide Pride campaign with the simple, yet powerful message that “All Are Welcome in Pasadena.” What Pride Means in Pasadena History is hardly ever tidy, but Pasadena, California has been proudly celebrating all identities […]

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Written by James O. Gump, professor emeritus of history at the University of San Diego, this book explores Andre’s early life, growing up in Russia including personal experiences, hardships and his viticulture and enology training, all of which built character traits that would ultimately lead to a distinguished and influential career as a winemaker. Written from a rich historical perspective, this account of Andre’s life highlights the significant influence he had on not just Napa Valley but also the American wine industry as a whole. His consulting, vineyard decisions and […]

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Events The Annual San Diego Restaurant Week returns April 3 – 10, 2022 with over 90 participating restaurants offering prix-fixe menu options throughout San Diego County. Participating restaurants will offer three-course dinner menus for $20, $30, $40, $50 or $60 per person and/or two-course lunch menus for $10, $15, $20 or $25 per person. The participating restaurants span across the county from the South Bay to the borders of Oceanside and Fallbrook. Tickets are not necessary, but reservations are recommended. The Without Walls (WOW) Festival by the La Jolla Playhouse […]

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The great outdoors is in! And there is no better place to take it all in than San Diego. From open-air movie and music venues to an array of al fresco dining options to a plethora of recreational offerings, there is no shortage of ways to revel in the sunshine while safely enjoying all that San Diego has to offer. Al Fresco All Around Streetside standouts include Little Italy’s Nolita Hall restaurant and bar with its eclectic boho style and downtown’s Gaslamp Quarter, which closes its Fifth Avenue to traffic […]

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“Every season is beautiful but autumn is my favorite. Everyone is out and about but more bundled up. It’s a fun time,” says Summer Barron, Spa Director at Lake Arrowhead Resort and Spa. Born and raised in Lake Arrowhead, California, Summer is the perfect person to inform me about the area, the resort and what makes it such a popular choice by those in the know. Lake Arrowhead is a private lake and community nestled at 5200 ft. (1500 m) in the San Bernardino Mountains, just a short drive from […]

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My youngest son is about to fly the coop and start college, joining his older brother in the fall at San Diego State. This means that my wife and I are about to become empty nesters, giving us the chance to fly the coop ourselves and travel more. With this looming rebirth of freedom, I am beginning to look into the wonderful (and complicated!) game of acquiring points as a means of knocking down the costs of airfare, lodging, restaurants, and other travel expenses. Although I’m a rank newbie in […]

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