Blog

Wondering what to pack for your upcoming beach getaway? Our practically year-round sunny skies allow for pretty easy packing, and you’ll more than likely just need warm-weather essentials. But with that being said, some of the most essential items are easily overlooked – so make sure you have these stowed away in your luggage before…

Exploring the island with your kiddos soon? You picked a great spot – Coronado is filled with family friendly activities for the laid back days spent at our sunny beaches and the adventure packed ones filled with surfing and venturing across the bay on the ferry! Planning a vacation can be a little bit stressful,…

One of the best parts of staying in Coronado is the variety of dining options you have – so many restaurants you’ll visit are sure to offer something unique, homemade, and delicious. Here are some of our favorite places for casual dining on island; all of these places are family friendly and will have something…

Only have an hour or two to cruise around Coronado with us? It might seem intimidating trying to do it all with limited time, but no worries! Although our little island is filled with activities that could keep you entertained for the whole day, an hour or two is enough time to sight see the…

“No matter how dreary and gray our homes are, we people of flesh and blood would rather live there than in any other country, be it ever so beautiful. There is no place like home.” – The Wonderful Wizard of Oz. …And Coronado was, in fact, a Winter home to Frank L. Baum, most famously…

  There’s always more to something than meets the eye, and that couldn’t be more true when talking about Coronado. Our little island may be a popular destination spot, but it still holds its fair share of lesser known traits! I’m going to let you in on a few secrets about Coronado… SECRET #1 –…

Looking for a festive new tradition this year? Look no further! The only thing better than cruising around our beautiful island in your own golf cart is doing it at night and watching the scenery light up with joyous Christmas decorations, hot cocoa in hand! Reserving your night ride is easy, and exclusive to Coronado…

Forget busy malls and endless circling for parking this holiday season – Coronado is home to dozens of local shops, all with a unique selection for everybody on your list this year! With many being locally owned, you’ll be giving back to the community as well. Something that makes Coronado special to me is the…

Christmas trees line Orange Avenue, Candy Cane Lane is aglow, and homes are adorned yet again with twinkling lights and inflatable friends from the North Pole – the most wonderful time of the year has returned to Coronado! And you don’t need to look far for holiday festivities. Bundle up! Ice skating by the sea…

  Here on the Island, pets are (well deservingly) considered part of the family. Strolling along the local streets, you’re sure to see a wide variety of “pawsh” breeds accompanying their human companions in strollers, riding ‘shotgun’ on golf carts, and paddling their way along the bay. There’s a ton of activities for pet enthusiasts…

Who doesn’t love a good deal!? Certainly not anyone that I know of!!!! Sure, Coronado is among the pricier areas in San Diego County, but that doesn’t mean you have to knock it off your “places to visit” list. If you’re looking to save some of that hard earned cash flow during your visit to…

So you’ve decided on the perfect location for your get-away, San Diego’s Coronado Island!!! With vast activity options to suit even the most finicky of travelers, you will “Nado”(haha!) be disappointed! Read on for some fun & sunny, yet sage suggestions on what to do while you’re here! Day #1– Ahhh, you’re finally here!!!! Welcome!…