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Cruisin' in Coronado... The Hamptons of our Harbor! |
July 29, 2009
Written by Molly
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 Some Like It Hot!! Or at least Marilyn Monroe enjoyed all that The Hotel Del Coronado had to offer. This is one of our FAVORITE date destinations in all of San Diego. For the two of you who have never been to Coronado, it is the Hamptons of our harbor. Prepare to feel like you are a wide-eyed, 16 year old on the dawn of your family vacation as you ride your beach cruiser down the extra-wide neighborhood streets.
PLAY DATE: Bike Rental- Ferry Ride- Hotel Del Coronado (Options: Sun Deck Bar & Grill, Ocean 1500, Sheerwater, Eno, Babcock & Story Bakery, Spreckles Sweets & Treats, Mootime Creamery, Cabana Bar, The Spa at the Del, or a Picnic)- il Fornio or Candelas for dinner.
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A Day of Play at the Wave House |
August 17, 2009
Written by Molly
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 A couple who plays together... stays together! The Wave House in Mission Beach is a one-stop shop for all of your fun... and it's a great way to try surfing if you are afraid of sharks. If an 8-year-old can do it so can you!
PLAY DATE: A Day at the Wave House: Ride the Practice Wave in the Back (Boogie-Boarding o.k. too)- Qualify for the Big Wave- Celebrate with Drinks- Grab Lunch While Watching Others Crash!- Then onto more Fun at Belmont Park (Rollercoaster, Glow-in-the-dark Golf, etc.)
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Kayak in the Cove... PLUS a Picnic in the Park or Piatti's Brunch |
August 07, 2009
Written by Molly
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 Need to get out on the water but don't have any friends with boats? Then rent a kayak in the La Jolla Cove and get to sea! This weekend fun takes into consideration that water-play can leave you with a whale-like appetite...
PLAY DATE: Kayak Tour- Purchase Picnic Supplies and Homemade Sandwiches at The Cheese Shop- then walk down to Kellogg Park overlooking the beach and Picnic- OR- Kayak Tour that includes a "pre fixe menu" style brunch at the popular Piatti's restaurant.
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Day Sail or Sunset Cruise on the Bay |
August 20, 2009
Written by Molly
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 "We cannot direct the wind, but we can adjust the sails." Bertha Calloway. When life starts getting in the way of your play, the best plan for getting back on course is to get out to sea. There is nothing that FORCES you to relax more than being on a boat in the middle of the ocean or even in our beautiful bay. Your blackberry won't work out there, but bring it anyways... Maybe you will get lucky and it will fall overboard!
"Read More" for some sailing suggestions that include learning to sail, racing an award winning boat, or just relaxing and enjoying the view...
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July 28, 2009
Written by Molly
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 Entertaining visitors from out of town... OR... wanna play "STAYCATION???" A great way to spend time in the sun in San Diego is to rent a "story-telling" mini go-car with a GPS voice system that gives you a personalized tour of Downtown, Hillcrest, Balboa Park, Point Loma, etc. These little cars get a lot of attention- like bees playing in a hive of honey!! They call it "The cure for the common tour." (This is wallet friendly date as well.)
PLAY DATE: Lunch at Burger Lounge- GoCar Tour- Drinks at Waterfront Bar & Grill to discuss what you've learned.
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August 12, 2009
Written by Molly
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It's turf and surf without the calories! If you like to get your exercise while having fun then this is the play date for you. This triathlon involves biking in the mountains (Mount Soledad if you will), Kayaking in the ocean, and running... a short distance to get your picnic supplies.
PLAY DATE: 2 hour bike ride down from the top of Mount Soledad- 1.5 hour kayaking tour- then run to the Cheese Shop for picnic supplies so you can celebrate in the sun at Kellogg Park overlooking the beach!
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Sit Back, Relax, and Enjoy the Ride! A Day in Solana Beach |
August 18, 2009
Written by Molly
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 We all know San Diego is great by car, boat, and plane... but did you know that it is top-notch by train? This first-class eco-friendly "play" is so balanced it provides relaxation, exercise, gourmet food, and great views... oh, and did I forget shopping?! (Guys- forget you read that part.)
PLAY DATE: Rent Bikes (or bring your own)- Grab some coffee (or "irish coffee"- alcohol allowed) and take the Coaster to Solana Beach (Bikes ride for free)- Get Breakfast at Claire's on Cedros or a muffin at Zinc- Shopping on Cedros- Lunch at Naked Cafe (or to-go for a picnic) or People watching at Pizza Port- Then some relaxing beach time at Fletcher Cove Beach Park!
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Downtown Rooftop Bike Bar Crawl |
July 30, 2009
Written by Molly
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 There is nothing more fun than exploring the Gaslamp's hot hotel hideaways by beach cruiser. These locals-friendly lounges inspire sabbaticals in the sun! Not only do you get extra Vitamin D, you don’t have to deal with stressful parking fees... Your doctor would be proud!
PLAY DATE: Bike Rental- Top of the Hyatt @ Manchester Grand Hyatt- Float @ Hard Rock Hotel- Altitude Sky Bar @ Marriott- JBar @ Hotel Solomar- Eden Rooftop Bar & Lounge @ Ivy Hotel- Siren @ Se San Diego.
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December 31, 2009
Written by Molly
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 From our Christmas date competition (but good for any holiday- especially a Sunday Funday!): "This year my husband and I said goodbye to costly gifts and hello to handcrafted romantic dates in our pursuit to prove that thoughtfulness is the reason for the season..."
PLAY DATE: Wine Tasting and Brunch at Wine Steals in Point Loma- Par 3 Golfing at Sail Ho.
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Dare to Fly? SD Finally has a Zip Line! |
August 06, 2009
Written by Molly
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 Fly like a Condor at the San Diego Zoo's Wild Animal Park! Their new 2/3 of a mile long zip line, called "Flight Line," takes you through part of their 900 acre animal reserve.
PLAY DATE: SD Wild Animal Park Tour- Flight Line- Food and other Facilities Located in the Park.
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