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Enjoy January's Cool Events!
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Celebrate the new year with whale watching, ice skating, destination shopping, museum exhibits, tasty local fare, wine tasting and more! For a complete list of events and local resource information visit PassPortToSanDiego.com
Dive Into Whale and
Dolphin-Watching Tours
Aboard Hornblower!
If you love whales, dolphins, sea lions, and sea birds, hop on board Hornblower Cruises & Events for a breathtaking experience on the open ocean! With two cruises daily, Hornblower’s large, comfortable yachts pass barking sea lions and pods of leaping dolphins as it searches for the legendary gray whales. On the 3 1/2-hour tour, guests are treated to a live narration by an experienced captain and an on-board naturalist (from the San Diego Natural History Museum). Stay cozy and comfortable with both indoor and outdoor seating and a snack bar featuring hot food, a full bar, and souvenirs! Hornblower Whale-Watching AdventureFor $5 off regular admission to a Hornblower cruise, click here: Hornblower Coupon
Sweeten Your Special Event 
at European Cake Gallery!
Order unforgettable wedding and other special-occasion cakes from this Point Loma shop, creating delicious memories since 1975. The shop is the home of the now famous “Swiss Black Forest” cake, and is known for its high quality and reasonable prices. The store offers free, walk-in wedding cake tasting from 9 a.m-3 p.m. Tues.-Sat. Choose from five delectable flavors: the Gallery's signature Swiss Black Forest, White Bavarian Raspberry, Carrot Cake, German Chocolate, and Truffle (dark chocolate with layers of boiled chocolate and cream, similar to fudge). Dozens of designs are offered (page through their picture book), all edible masterpieces as beautiful as the wedding couple themselves. The shop also also whips up birthday, baby-gender reveal and other fun theme cakes plus ready-to-go cakes for last-minute needs. Also pick up assorted cupcakes, pies, seasonal sweets and specialties such as apple strudel. Order online for yourself or for multiple guests. The shop's team can even bring your order out to your car! European Cake Gallery
Watch the Annual Martin Luther King Jr. Parade on Harbor Drive!
Head to Harbor Drive at 2 p.m. Sunday, January 19, 2020, for the 40th Annual Martin Luther King Jr. Parade. This is one of the largest celebrations of its kind in the United States in honor of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.. The parade is filled with dazzling floats, phenomenal high school bands, drill teams, college, fraternities & sororities, churches, peace and youth organizations. Sponsors include the County of San Diego and the Port of San Diego. Martin Luther King Jr. Parade
Sip and Savor at Callaway Vineyard & Winery's Temecula and San Diego Locations!
Experience exceptional wine and farm-to-table cuisine paired with stunning views at this award-winning hilltop winery in Temecula. Established in 1969, Callaway Vineyard & Winery is well-known and for good reason: It offers a premium wine selection and a tasting room teeming with happy patrons. Steps away, guests may enjoy fine dining at Meritage while gazing onto expansive vineyards. Walking tours of the lush and beautiful estate are offered at 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. daily. Naturally, Callaway makes for the perfect backdrop for weddings and special occasions, and the winery considers it a pleasure to help you create precious memories. Also enjoy a taste of Temecula at Callaway's San Diego Gaslamp Quarter location! The Fourth Avenue venue offers tasting flights and wines by the glass.  Callaway Vineyard & Winery in the Gaslamp
Register For the Cabrillo Sunrise 5K Fun Run & Walk!
Register for the Annual Cabrillo Sunrise 5K Fun Run & Walk set for 6:30-8:30 a.m. Saturday, Feb. 8, 2020. The route takes you around the park's most famous landmarks before dropping down 200 feet on the Bayside Trail. Spectacular 360-degree views await all participants, including a pristine view of downtown San Diego and Coronado as the sun rises over the city. Register here
• During regular visits to Cabrillo National Monument, enjoy 10 percent off your entire purchase at the Cabrillo National Monument Visitor's Center here
Skate, Create and Celebrate 
at the Fleet Science Center!
Experience "Winter Paradice," San Diego-style, at the Fleet Science Center through Jan. 26! Trade in your flip-flops for lace-up skates and take a glide session on the Fleet's new synthetic ice rink (you know, because it’s science). When you’re done skating, continue the fun by jumping in the ball pit or sliding down a 31-foot slide in the adult-sized playground exhibition, "Pause|Play." Get crafty with ornament making in Studio X, create your own ice cream flavor in the cafe and immerse yourself in the Fleet's interactive galleries. Skate sessions are reserved on a first-come, first-serve basis starting at 11 a.m. For 20 percent off regular admission to the Fleet Science Center, click here
  Life is Sweet at
Swedish Royal Bakery!
Treat yourself to the sweet life at Swedish Royal Bakery, whipping up dreamy wedding cakes, palate-pleasing pastries and savory sandwiches in Poway. Locals love the family-owned business, known for its authentic Swedish butter cookies, raspberry hearts, raspberry mazarin, biskivi cookies, eclairs, and cream-filled horns. Stopping by for lunch? Flavorful sandwiches such as Smoked Salmon, and Ham and Cheese, start with light mayo spread on golden-brown baguettes topped with drizzles of homemade dressing. The venue's crowning achievement continues to be its delectable Princess Cake, a celebratory Scandinavian dome-shaped delight consisting of layers of sponge cake, Napoleon cream, vanilla cream and raspberry jam all covered in marzipan. Gluten-free, vegan, and sugar-free cakes and bakery items can be made to order. The bakery also offers online ordering and catering. Open every day except Sundays. Swedish Royal Bakery
Get In the Swim at Plunge San Diego at Belmont Park!
Splash into fun at Plunge San Diego! The Mission Beach pool at Belmont Park has swim lessons for every age range, a masters swim team, AquaFit classes, open swim time, floating obstacle course and so much more. On Jan. 3, enjoy Freebie Friday on all Aqua Classes. For current schedules, visit Plunge San Diego online or call (858) 780-4989.
Visit Multiple Museums, Gardens With A Balboa Park Explorer Pass!
San Diego’s Balboa Park is the largest urban cultural park in the United States – no other place boasts 1,200 acres, 65 miles of hiking trails, more than a dozen museums, fantastic gardens, performing arts venues, and the San Diego Zoo! The Balboa Park Explorer Pass provides admission to multiple venues, and is up to a 58% savings over purchasing admission separately. Pass options include One-Day, Multi-Day (good for 7 consecutive days), or an Annual Pass that provides admission all year long. Add the San Diego Zoo to the Multi-Day Pass for a truly unforgettable Balboa Park experience! Click here to learn more and purchase your Explorer Pass.
Race Over to the San Diego
International Auto Show! 
Check out the collection of incredible cars at the San Diego International Auto Show, set for Jan. 1-5. The variety includes more than 400 new-model vehicles that are on sale or about to go on sale. This includes the newest full range of cars and trucks, electric vehicles, plug-in hybrids, exotics, crossovers and SUVs that will fill the San Diego Convention Center in a friendly and engaging non-sales environment. Show visitors can also participate in exciting, fun new features, family entertainment, and interactive activities. Show Information.  One of the many exhibitors will be the San Diego Automotive Museum. The museum is open from 10 a.m.-5 p.m. daily. Enjoy 2-for-1 on regular admission here: San Diego Automotive Museum Coupon
Meet At Milton's For Sky-High Sandwiches, Freshly Baked Treats and More!
Enjoy delicious deli fare and plentiful portions at Milton's Delicatessen, a Del Mar gem which celebrated its 25th anniversary in 2019. The restaurant’s menu has more than 100 items, including favorites such as the freshly made matzo ball chicken soup, the traditional Cobb salad with thickly sliced bacon bits, and the famous Reuben sandwich on freshly baked rye bread (its best seller). Milton’s is also a famous bakery, serving treats such New York Cheesecake, lemon bars and chocolate eclairs, as well as a variety of freshly baked breads. The restaurant’s catering service provides foods and a large banquet room for such events as weddings, bar mitzvahs and business meetings. Come see why customers love to “Meet at Milton’s” for breakfast, lunch or dinner. Open daily. Enjoy $5 Off A $25 Order Here
Set Sail With the Whales at
at Birch Aquarium at Scripps!
Embark upon an unforgettable journey with the ocean experts at Birch Aquarium at Scripps! Witness the longest mammal migration in the world, when approximately 20,000 gray whales pass San Diego on their annual 10,000-mile round-trip journey from the Bering Sea to the lagoons of Baja California. Whale Watching Adventures run twice daily through mid-April 2020, and trips leave from the Flagship Cruises & Events docks in downtown San Diego (about a 20-minute drive south of the aquarium). Buy tickets at Flagship Cruises & EventsWhale Watching at Birch.
Enjoy the Mormon
Battalion Commemoration
Day Parade and Activities!
Learn about the history of the Mormon Battalion and join Commemoration Day set for 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Jan. 25 at the Mormon Battalion Historic Site at the Old Town San Diego State Historic Park, 2510 Juan St. This free living history day includes a parade re-enacting the march into San Diego, beginning at 10 .am. Children can make bricks, ropes, and dolls; grind corn, cook biscuits-on-a-stick, and play other authentic games.  Families are invited to take a photo in period clothing. The Liberty Stand will be in the square to provide information about early history. Center stage will feature singing, dancing and storytelling throughout the day.  Don’t miss the annual Dutch oven cook-off!  The event is open to the community and is free. For more information, call (619) 298-3317. Learn more about the Mormon Battalion Historic Site here
Shop the Old Town Harney Street Market Every Weekend!
Step into history while exploring Old Town San Diego, known as the  birthplace of California. Old Town encompasses a State Historic Park, which contains original adobe buildings and restored sites, recalling the Mexican-American period of 1821-1872. The Old Town Chamber of Commerce helps organize many Old Town events, including the annual multi-day Cinco de Mayo celebration. Not to be missed is the chamber’s Old Town Harney Street Market, featuring handmade works from local artisans 9 a.m.-4:30 p.m. every Sat.-Sun. For more information, contact the Old Town Chamber of Commerce at (619) 291-4903 or visit the Chamber online
Leap Into the New Year at Altitude Trampoline Park in Vista!
Bounce around Altitude Trampoline Park, an indoor 26,000 sq. ft. family fun center filled with wall-to-wall trampolines. Jump into fitness classes, reach new heights with trampoline basketball and a rock-climbing wall, get knocked off your feet on the dodgeball court and flip for the giant foam pit. Show off your acrobatic skills on Walk on the Wall or trapeze. The park, open daily, prides itself on being a safe, clean and fun entertainment option for active families, group parties or simply a great individual workout. Saturday Teen Night, Friday Night Friendzy, Family Fun Packs, Toddler Time and/or Single Jumper Passes are all available for purchase online here.
Shop, Stroll and Dine at Seaport Village!
Stroll about, savor delicious fare and find eclectic souvenirs and gifts at downtown’s Seaport Village. There are 50-plus diverse shops, 13 unique eateries and four bayside restaurants along with four miles of meandering cobblestone pathways plus a quarter-mile slate boardwalk along the San Diego Bay. Live music is also part of the fun.  Learn more about Seaport Village here
Watch Your Order Prepared Tableside at Shogun!
Discover a whole new dining experience at Shogun Japanese Restaurant in San Diego. Master chefs dazzle guests with their samurai-like swordsmanship as they skillfully slice, dice, juggle, and entertain, while preparing delicious entrées on a sizzling Teppanyaki grill. Shogun offers a private party room that can hold 16 people. Open daily for lunch and dinner. Enjoy $10 off Lunch or Dinner here
Cougar Vineyard & Winery Hosts January Events!
Toast to January and the new year at Cougar Vineyard & Winery! 
Get your tickets for:
• Cougar Meets Italy, Jan. 15-16.
• Paint Your Pet On Framed Glass Craft Event, Jan. 22
• Temecula Valley Annual Barrel Tasting Event, Jan. 25-26
• Charcuterie Workshop, Jan. 29 
Space is limited! Purchase your tickets before these events sell out! Cougar Vineyard & Winery EventsOn regular visits, Enjoy a Two-for-One Wine Tasting here
See the Sights on the COASTER, SPRINTER
or BREEZE!
Sit back, relax, and enjoy the ride with North County Transit District! NCTD’s services includes the scenic north-south COASTER commuter train, east-west SPRINTER hybrid rail, BREEZE bus network, FLEX on-demand service, and LIFT ADA Paratransit. In addition to transporting nearly 11 million passengers throughout North San Diego annually, the COASTER and SPRINTER offer a great way to enjoy some inexpensive sightseeing. The COASTER’s double-decker cars traverse the beautiful coastline between downtown San Diego and Oceanside all day long, with stops near beaches, restaurants, and boutiques. The modern and sleek SPRINTER whisks riders past traffic between Oceanside and Escondido with most stations leaving you at the doorstep of theaters, restaurants, and shopping centers. For fares and schedules, visit NCTD online
Start the New Year
With Fresh and Healthy Fare
at 
Prontos Gourmet Market!
Start off the new year with delicious meals at Prontos Gourmet Market! Prontos is THE place to enjoy breakfast and lunch, and pick up dinners-to-go in Carlsbad Village. Prontos offers many specials, along with its amazing array of gourmet foods and specialty items like Classic Shepherd's Pie, Angus Beef Osso Bucco, Greek Stuffed Chicken, Wild Atlantic Salmon, Lobster Macaroni and Cheese. Not to be missed is the large pastry case filled with cobblers, cakes, bars and other homemade treats. Dine indoors or out on the sunny patio. The family-owned market also offers catering for everything from business luncheons to elaborate events. Call (760) 434-2644 or visit Prontos online
Eat, Play and Shop
in Ocean Beach!
Groove to the beat of this eclectic California beach community, famous for its half-mile long fishing pier, OB Street Fair & Chili Cook-Off, OB Oktoberfest, weekly OB Farmer’s Market (Wednesdays 4-8pm) and OB Holiday Parade. Start any visit to “OB” at the Ocean Beach MainStreet Association on Bacon Street. Smiling staffers can recommend favorite eateries, tasting rooms, shops, entertaining events and specialty services. Looking to grab a bite? Pick up fresh Italian fare at Leucadia Pizzeria, a take-out and delivery eatery in nearby Point Loma. Celebrating a special occasion? Order a wedding or other special occasion cake from European Cake Gallery, originators of the now famous “Swiss Black Forest” cake. The shop also produces sweet treats like cupcakes, lemons bars and butter cookies. Down by the pier, enjoy OB’s endless sunsets along with a cool cone from Lighthouse Ice Cream, featuring 39 flavors of the sweet treat — both traditional hard scoop and soft serve. Looking for fun in the sun? Check out Dog Beach, where canines cavort in the sand and surf. Afterward, dog owners venture to the do-it-yourself Dog Beach Dog Wash to clean up their furry friends. Send out a postcard and take care of shipping and printing needs at Ocean Beach Business Center, then start a dream home search with Catrina Russell. Ocean Beach MainStreet Association
Bring the Kids to the 
'Winter Wonder' Spectacular 
at Belmont Park!
Belmont Park, San Diego’s iconic beachfront amusement park, brings families and friends together for the holiday season with its first annual Winter Wonder holiday spectacular weekends through Jan. 5, 2020. The 94-year-old beachside park will offer 10 to 15-foot-tall holiday-themed sculptures, winter-themed activities and entertainment; plus, Illuminated Winter Nights when the sun goes down. There's no place like Belmont Park for thrilling events! For $5 off an Unlimited Ride Wristband, click here: Belmont Park Coupon
Warm Up at The Grand Tea Room in Escondido!
Find yourself steeped in the British tradition of Afternoon Tea at The Grand Tea Room gracing downtown Escondido's Grand Avenue. The venue is perfect for holiday celebrations, fundraisers, bridal showers, or just an afternoon with friends. An elegant tea service takes place three times per day, Tuesday through Saturday, against the backdrop of Victorian decor, floral tea sets, and lacy tablecloths. Choose from a menu of over 40 gourmet loose-leaf teas and savor tea sandwiches, scones, shepherd's pie, quiche, fresh fruit and petite desserts served on triple-tiered towers. Can't commit to the two-hour tea service? The Grand Tea Room offers an a la carte option plus garden-crisp salads and both soup and savory of the day. Inspired patrons are welcome to dress for the occasion, complete with fancy hats and gloves. (The shop also has a complimentary selection of hats should you wish to borrow one for your tea time.) Just remember: pinkies up! Cap off your visit at the lovely gift shop filled with tea-related items. The Grand Tea Room
Catch the NFL Playoffs and
Enjoy Fare at Kansas City Barbeque!
Watch the NFL playoffs on TV at Kansas City Barbeque, an easygoing hangout serving hearty helpings of barbeque and beer in downtown San Diego. Aside from its tasty ribs, the place also serves sandwiches, chicken and beef, and delicious side dishes including cole slaw, beans, fries, to-die-for onion rings, potato salad, corn on the cob, and macaroni and cheese. Lunch is served daily from 11 a.m.-5 p.m. followed by dinner from 5 p.m.- 1 a.m. Happy Hour runs every day from 3:30-6:30 p.m. and features food and beer specials. Late-Night Happy Hour starts at 11 p.m. Learn more about Kansas City Barbeque here
North Coast Rep Presents
'Bloomsday
'
Discover immense talent and exceptional productions in an intimate setting at North Coast Repertory Theatre in Solana Beach. The Rep’s 38th season continues with a slate of diverse plays, including the poignant play "Bloomsday" (Jan. 8-Feb. 2).  Filled with humor, this emotional love story captures the intensity of experiences that pass by fleetingly as an older couple retraces their steps to discover their younger selves. For ticket information, call (858) 481-1055 or book online here
Get Rolling With Wheel Fun Rentals!
Get rolling and see the sights with family or out-of-town guests! Wheel Fun Rentals has multiple San Diego County locations providing the ultimate experience in outdoor fun. Offering everything from traditional cruiser bikes to carriage-like Surreys, Deuce Coupes and tandem cycles, you won't find a larger variety of recreational rental equipment anywhere! With locations at the Oceanside Pier and many in San Diego, including along the Embarcadero and on Coronado Island, Wheel Fun Rentals has your ride covered! Enjoy $5 off any bike rental here
All Aboard A Real Train Ride in San Diego's Back Country!
Take a leisurely journey on a vintage full-scale train through San Diego’s rugged and scenic East County mountains on weekends. Walking tours of the 40-acre museum are included and feature extensive displays of historic railroad artifacts spanning more than 100 years of Pacific Southwest railway history. Seasonal offerings include the spring Easter Bunny train and Engineer for an Hour during the summer, where YOU become the engineer of a huge diesel locomotive under the supervision of a certified locomotive engineer. The museum is open year round and offers its Golden State Limited or Valley Flyer train rides during non-seasonal times of year. Buy one Adult non-special event train ticket, receive a Child's train ticket free here
Flip For Fresh Fare at The Original Pancake House!
Feel right at home dining on fabulous flapjacks, golden-brown waffles, fluffy omelets and other breakfast favorites at The Original Pancake House pleasing palates for generations. A truly impressive selection of pancake flavors ranges from traditional (buttermilk, blueberry, buckwheat) to novel (Georgia pecan, bacon). Specialty items include the signature (and massive) Apple Pancake, baked with fresh granny smith apples and cinnamon sugar to create a rich glaze. Also not to be missed is the oven-baked Dutch Baby Pancake and homemade Corned Beef Hash. Rounding out the delicious menu are crepes, French toast, egg dishes and various meats (bacon, sausage, smoked ham), and freshly squeezed juices. Locations include Vista, Encinitas and San Diego (Convoy Street). Visit this American classic, open daily from 7 a.m.-3 p.m. The Original Pancake House
Spend Time At A 
De Portola Trail Winery!
Raise a glass on the De Portola Wine Trail! This five-mile stretch of wineries on De Portola Road hosts some of the most scenic views of Temecula’s Wine Country. Rich in history, the trail passes through Valle de los Caballos, which translates to The "Valley of the Horses" — an area surrounded by tranquil horse farms with charming white fences, scattered throughout the rolling hills of this picturesque destination. Wineries on the De Portola Wine Trail include:
• Cougar Vineyard & Winery
• Gershon Bachus Vintners
• Danza del Sol Winery
• Fazeli Cellars
• Frangipani Estate Winery
• Leoness Cellars
• Masia de la Vinya Winery
• Oak Mountain Winery
• Robert Renzoni Vineyards & Winery
• Somerset Winery
Learn more about the De Portola Wine Trail here
Have Fun On Mission Bay 
at Aqua Adventures
Kayaks and Paddleboards!
Get out on the water with Aqua Adventures Kayaks & Paddleboards! Aqua Adventures enjoys a dockside location right on Mission Bay in sunny San Diego! Rent stand-up paddleboards, kayaks (single, tandem, sea, outrigger, surf ski), hydro bikes (single and tandem), and canopied Duffy boats. Rent for 90 minutes or more. Just choose your excursion, hop on and go! Glide next to Mission Bay's inlets and isles, taking in fresh air, while spotting seal lions, dolphins and sea birds. The outfitter also offers lessons, SUP yoga on Saturday mornings and popular Paddling With Your Pup clinics — doggie life jackets provided. Make sure to visit the retail shop, carrying top water sports gear. Enjoy $2 off rentals here
Join the Trail to Bay Challenge Hosted By the Living Coast Discovery Center!
Take the Trail to Bay Challenge in 2020 by attending three hikes and one cleanup hosted by the Living Coast Discovery Center. The Trail to Bay Challenge is free to join. Every hike will be guided by an educator and you will learn about the rich biodiversity of our local environment, ways to identify native wildlife and plants, and more. The Living Coast cleanups will take place at various locations throughout the year. You will join other families and volunteers passionate about making an impact in their community and help clean up areas near the bay affected by trash and debris. Groups that complete the Trail to Bay Challenge will get a family four pack valued at $64 (one per household). Upcoming dates are Jan. 12 and Jan. 25. See the full list here. The center is open daily. Enjoy 2-for-1 admission to the center here: Living Coast Discovery Center Coupon
 Enjoy An Elegant Meal at Paon Restaurant or Paon Wine Bar & Bistro!
Savor seasonal fresh fare paired with a world-class wine list at Paon Restaurant or Paon Wine Bar & Bistro in the heart of Carlsbad Village. In addition to the elegant Art Deco dining room and plush cocktail lounge with plenty of seating of its own, the adjacent wine bar has been transformed and is another option for hungry visitors as well as loyal regulars of Paon. The Bistro-style menu features locally grown, organic produce along with escargot, oysters, charcuterie, prime steaks, duck confit, scallops and other daily specials. Paon Wine Bar & Bistro
Shop For Fabulous Treasures
at Bazaar del Mundo Shops!
Fabulous treasures await you at Diane Powers’ Bazaar del Mundo Shops, voted “Best Place to Buy a Gift In San Diego” by the readers of San Diego CityBeat. Located at the north entrance of historic Old Town, the charming village marketplace is overflowing with carefully selected fashions, accessories, folk art, colorful home accessories, artisan jewelry and crafts, handwoven textiles, and so much more. Many are one-of-a-kind collectibles. The Shops also feature an intimate courtyard where guests can read or relax by a sparkling fountain. Steps away, shoppers are invited to nibble on antojitos (appetizers), savor festive gourmet platters or linger over the legendary birdbath margaritas at the award-winning Casa Guadalajara Mexican restaurant. Bazaar del Mundo Shops
Museum of Making
Music Presents 'Music From
the Sound Up: The Creative
Tools of Synthesis' Exhibit
The Museum of Making Music presents “Music from the Sound Up: The Creative Tools of Synthesis” exhibit through April 30, 2020. In this interactive exhibition, you’ll learn about and use a process called “synthesis” to create your own unique sound using the following building blocks: sound waves, light, a sieve or synthesis, taste and space. The museum is open from 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Tuesdays-Sundays year-round. For $1 off regular admission, click here: Museum of Making Music Coupon
Celebrate the New Year
at ARTS DISTRICT
Liberty Station!
Find new art for the new year at FIRST FRIDAY Arts District from 5-9 p.m. Jan. 3 at ARTS DISTRICT Liberty Station! This is San Diego’s most unique, fun and authentic event to find locally made art and gifts. Learn more about First Friday here
• Swizzle, twizzle and glide over Rady Children's Ice Rink, located behind the NTC Liberty Station Command Center at 2875 Dewey Road. Enjoy skating daily 10 a.m.-10 p.m.. through Jan. 5, 2020.  Rady Children’s Ice Rink
Stay San Diego Offers
Vacation, Long-Term Rentals!
Imagine waking up in the morning to a beautiful view of San Diego Bay from your balcony and being within walking distance to downtown San Diego’s attractions, restaurants and shops. Stay San Diego has dozens of beautifully designed, fully-furnished properties for corporate, extended stays and vacation rentals. Choose from luxury condos with swimming pool and downtown views to urban retreats with access to the Trolley — or both! Let knowledgeable professionals help you with sales, leasing or property management. Stay San Diego is located in downtown San Diego's Gaslamp Quarter. Stay San Diego
Toast to Temecula Valley Barrel-Tasting Weekend!
Enjoy unfinished barrel and tank wine samples, as well as finished and newly released wines, at Temecula Valley Barrel Tasting Weekend, a once-a-year barrel-tasting event Jan. 25-26. Wineries will perfectly pair delectable food samplings with their wines. Choose a single-day ticket to experience visits at up to 18 wineries or double your fun with a two-day ticket and enjoy up to 30 wineries! Your ticket includes a one-time visit at each winery and wine and food samplings. You choose which wineries to visit at your own leisurely pace between the hours of 11 a.m.- 4 p.m. on each event date. View participating wineries and purchase tickets here
Enjoy Afternoon Tea
at the Cosmopolitan
Hotel and Restaurant!
Enjoy Afternoon Tea from 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays at the Cosmopolitan Hotel and Restaurant in Old Town. A three-tier plated tower of gourmet offerings await guests, along with a variety of black, green and herbal teas. Make your reservation at (619) 297-1874 or visit Cosmopolitan Hotel and Restaurant online
Dine in the Spirit of Mexico
at Diane Powers'
Festive Restaurants!
Enjoy flavorful Mexican fare around San Diego County at Diane Powers’ collection of colorful restaurants. At Bazaar del Mundo Shops, a beautiful entry to San Diego’s Old Town community, experience sun-splashed days and chile-inspired nights at Casa Guadalajara. The venue is famous for sizzling fajitas, tantalizing handmade tortillas and birdbath margaritas. In North County’s Carlsbad, Casa de Bandini welcomes guests onto its lush patio or inside its vibrant dining room. Enjoy award-winning seafood dishes, traditional combination plates, creative and healthy Mexican salads, and much more. At Casa Sol y Mar east of Del Mar, homemade dressings, salsas and sauces are prepared daily, along with hot corn and flour tortillas made by hand, right in view of delighted patrons. And in East County’s La Mesa, life is always a fiesta at Casa de Pico, which echoes the vibrancy of Old Mexico with its splashing fountains, beautiful patios, strolling mariachis and festive décor. Savor these San Diego favorites, open daily.
Visit Oceanside's Thursday Farmers and Sunset Markets!
Enjoy fresh air and ocean views while shopping for local produce  on Thursdays from 9 a.m.-1 p.m. at MainStreet Oceanside’s Certified Farmers Market. Shop from among dozens of crafts booths for a selection of handmade goods including jewelry, wearing apparel, soap and lotions, seashells, photography and many others. The Sunset Market is from 5 to 9 p.m. Thousands of residents and visitors alike gather each week to enjoy the varied hot food offerings, the eclectic merchandise selections, the gourmet packaged food section and the live entertainment. The Farmer and Sunset Markets are every Thursdays year-round on Pier View Way west of Coast Highway. MainStreet Oceanside
Book Your Winter Cleaning
at The Super Dentists! 
Make your holiday smile sparkle and get your winter cleaning at The Super Dentists! Teeth cleaning is a routine part of a dental checkup, but you may not realize how important regular teeth cleaning can be for your overall health. Medical studies have shown that good oral hygiene not only helps prevent tooth loss, but can prevent heart disease, dementia and issues of diabetes, as well. Book your appointment online here, via text at 1-844-765-1234 or call 1-855-GO-SUPER! Enjoy the New Patient Special Offer at The Super Dentists here
Explore the Marston House Museum & Gardens! 
Take a winter stroll through the Marston House Museum & Gardens, a beautiful historic site preserved by the nonprofit Save Our Heritage Organisation, or SOHO. Explore the grounds and canyon pathways in the shade of towering pine, eucalyptus and oak trees. Learn about one of San Diego's most prominent families and the master architects and landscape designers who worked with the family to create one of the region's most important estates. The Marston House Museum & Gardens is open year-round. Buy One Ticket, Get Another Free at SOHO Museums and Historic sites here
Enjoy Fresh and Healthy
Cuisine at Lanna Thai! 
Delight in elegant ambiance and a deliciously imaginative menu at Lanna Thai Cuisine in Pacific Beach. Lanna Thai offers light and healthy Thai cuisine with homemade recipes passed through generations. Stop in for a memorable lunch or dinner daily. Lanna Thai Cuisine
Find That Timeless Treasure at India Street Antiques/Danish Modern San Diego!
Discover a mecca of imported European antique and vintage furnishings at this large-volume dealer in North Little Italy. Two showrooms house high-quality pieces from many respected brands, with styles ranging from Spanish Revival to Mid-Century Modern. The store has high turnover, offers freighting and delivery, and restoration services with free estimates. A destination for locals since 1991, the store is open 7 days a week and accepts all major credit cards. India Street Antiques/Danish Modern San Diego
CBX Assisted Pass Service Lets You Travel With Ease
Planning a trip to Mexico? Crossing the Mexican border to fly out of Tijuana is fast and easy. For those seeking assistance, Cross Border Xpress offers the new CBX Assisted Pass Service, which includes a CBX single or roundtrip ticket, porter for luggage help, aid with pre-fill of immigration forms, and much more. Click here to reserve.  Buy One, Get One Free CBX Single or Round-trip ticket here
Shop and Dine at Fiesta de Reyes in Old Town!
Whether it’s the authentic Mexican food of Casa de Reyes, the bold yet sophisticated fare of Barra Barra Saloon, the afternoon tea at Cosmopolitan Hotel and Restaurant or a unique gift for someone special, experience what Fiesta de Reyes is all about: great food, fantastic atmosphere and an experience to remember. Call 619-297-3000 or visit Fiesta de Reyes online
Ship Your Packages
at the Ocean Beach Business Center!
Get your items shipped at Ocean Beach Business Center! As a FedEx®, UPS® and USPS® center, you can buy boxes, pack, ship and track just about anything, anywhere in the world as well as rent personal mailboxes for your residence or business. The state-of-the-art equipment and staff expertise allow your creative juices to flow when it comes to creating marketing materials, posters, fliers, brochures, bulk mailers, binding, lamination or even custom design orders. Business center hours are Mon. – Fri. 9 a.m. – 6 p.m. and Sat.9 a.m. – 2 p.m. Call (619) 222-4876 to discuss your next project. Learn more about the Ocean Beach Business Center here
Learn About Cannibals, Read Local Secrets at the San Diego Museum of Man
Unearth a world of adventure at the San Diego Museum of Man, the impressive cultural anthropology museum in beautiful Balboa Park. Visitors can learn about how we live with animals, explore thousands of years of beer history, delve into assumptions about race, and much more. Visitors can also explore the limited-time exhibit, "Cannibals: Myth & Reality," for a thought-provoking look at a little-known side of humanity to discover who cannibals really are. The museum’s newest exhibit, "PostSecret," weaves together original postcard secrets from Frank Warren’s longtime community arts project, “PostSecret,” and local secrets from San Diegans in an immersive, intimate space. See San Diego from new heights on a tour of the iconic California Tower beginning in January 2020. San Diego Museum of Man
Play Classic Arcade Games,
Laser Frenzy and More
at City Fun Center!
Get in the game at City Fun Center, filled with blasts from the past like PAC-MAN and Space Invaders, plus new pulse-pounding pursuits like Time Freak, Laser Frenzy and Laser Tag. Along with driving, video and pinball games, the family-friendly venue also offers Connect 4 Basketball, mini-bowling, two- and four-player air hockey, a cafe and five party rooms (one that even glows in the dark!) City Fun Center is the perfect place for parties, school groups, day camps, civic associations, religious groups, and other organizations with a private room for up to 100 guests. Recapture some memories and make new ones at this exciting attraction for kids of all ages! Enjoy Free Admission with the Purchase of a $10 Game Card Here
Shop Kobey's Swap Meet,
A Bargain Hunter's Paradise!
Discover a bargain-hunter’s paradise and find unique treasures at Kobey’s Swap Meet, open from 7 a.m.-3 p.m. every Friday, Saturday and Sunday! At Kobey’s, you never know what you’ll find and every weekend is a new adventure. Shop for fresh fruit, flowers, toys, antiques and collectibles and so much more. Kobey's Swap Meet at the Sports Arena is San Diego's biggest outdoor market, drawing close to 25,000 shoppers and 1,000 sellers weekly. Admission is only $1 on Fridays and $2 Saturdays and Sundays. Children 11 and under get in free! Enjoy $1 OFF a shopper's admission Saturday or Sunday only here
Dine On the Patio
 at Anthony's Fish Grotto!
Catch a bite at this East County oasis and landmark, serving famous clam chowders, seasonal fresh catches and crispy fish and chips with secret recipes developed by founder Catherine “Mama” Ghio. A La Mesa fixture, Anthony’s features a bucolic setting on a small private pond with an aquatic décor, a pretty patio, a bocce ball court, private cabana, and a dog-friendly dining area. A beautiful semi-private banquet room can also be reserved. Enjoy lakeside views while exploring an extensive menu that also includes succulent lobster, steaks and chicken, salads and pastas. Read more about Anthony's here
Meet Reptiles and Other Animals Up Close at Ecovivarium!
Get up close and personal with reptiles, amphibians, and arthropods at EcoVivarium, an educational nonprofit living museum home to over 200 rescued and donated animals. Thirty to forty Ambassador Animals are featured in the museum each day, so every visit offers new animal encounters! Guests of all ages can touch and hold snakes and lizards of all sizes, meet a tarantula and other exotic creatures at this amazing Escondido Living Museum. Educational guides are on hand throughout guests' visits. The museum also offers scouting, classroom, and assembly programs, plus corporate events and birthday parties that make for a thrilling and memorable experience. Learn more about EcoVivarium online
Savor Delicious
Family Recipes at Marieta's!
Satisfy your South-of-the-Border cravings at Marieta's, a Mexican favorite that customers have loved for generations. The family-owned restaurant is known for its authentic cuisine prepared with quality ingredients, sauces and dressings. Marieta's has three East County locations (La Mesa, El Cajon, Santee), all offering tacos, burritos and tostadas as well as many delicious combination platters (served with rice and beans). Popular menu choices include sizzling fajitas (beef, chicken, shrimp and combination), Enchilada Suizas (with homemade green sauce and sour cream) and Pollo Sonora. Don't miss their lunch specials from 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Mon.-Fri., Sunday Champagne Brunch from 9 a.m.-2 p.m including a free glass of champagne or margarita, and Marieta's famous Happy Hour 2-6 p.m. Mon.-Sat. featuring one free appetizer plus specials prices on house margaritas; Happy Hour prices all day Mon.-Tues. Open daily. Be sure to visit their newest location in AlpineMarieta's
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