So, you're looking for things to do in Carlsbad, California? Well, we’ve got you covered. Whether you're thinking of a move or already live in town, here are some fun things to do…
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With 6 miles of coastline, Encinitas has plenty of beaches. But…not all of them are kid friendly. Some have stairs, some have cliffs, some are hard to access. With 2 kids of my own, I know there are a few important factors to consider when heading down to the ocean. Here’s what’s important when cruising to the coast…..
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Whether you skate, have kiddos, or need a place for your dog to run around - here you go. The 44-acre rec area features multi-use sports fields, a huge skate park & open space. Go enjoy a picnic and let the kids explore the newly shaded awesome playground. The day this was filmed it was a bit rainy and a lot of the…..
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If you want to get outside and explore a little head on out the the preserve. A neat smallish open space located between El Camino Real and Encinitas Blvd. Featuring a myriad of easy trails to check out. The main entrance is a dirt parking area just off Manchester Ave. Bring the fam out, go for a jog, or just meander around…..
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Let's take a quick trip down Encinitas' premier ocean front street, Neptune Ave. This street, perched atop the beautiful cliffs that span this little stretch of heaven, features beach front bungalows all the way to extravagant dream homes. If you are interested in what is currently.....
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Get off the couch and away from this screen and get on down to Annie's Canyon Trail. The canyon is a sight to see in your very own backyard. We are some lucky folks to be living in such a beautiful place and have this basically just off the freeway, located off one.....
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There are many things that collect at my house and need to find a new home. Since I don't like to just throw away anything that could be reused, recycled, or properly disposed, I am always trying to find new ways to get rid of my piles. From batteries to clothes to old CFL light bulbs.....
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Does this park have parking? Can I let my dog off-leash? And the all important, what's the rules for beer and wine? All those answers and more are here at your fingertips. This quick guide will allow you to quickly navigate the basic questions you may have regarding your.....
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Before you read this through, you must first figure out what success means to you. In your own life, heart, and mind, what do you define as a success? It is probably different for everyone and can be anything from money to good health to setting a Guinness Book of.....
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How are businesses built? First, the idea is born. A plan is then concocted, this plan is executed, and, if successful, a business has blossomed. To help grow this concept from idea to successful product or service, a lot of blood, sweat, tears, tenacity, thought, help, time.....
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It seems these days that there is 5K every other weekend. They have become a prevalent piece to many-a-persons' weekend. 5k runs are a positive, fun way for people to get involved locally and contribute to a worthy cause. I have seen these events advertised for a bit now.....
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Going green, being sustainable, protecting the environment...remember the 3 R's? Whatever you would like to call it, I'm all for eco-consciousness. When I was younger, we didn't have the big blue recycling bins, so my folks took it upon themselves to recycle what they could. We.....
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One of the many goals that I set up for myself is to read more. What does that mean? Well, in 2015 I read half of a book, so 3/4 of a book would be more. Actually, the goal for 2016 was 5 books. Sitting here mid-October, my total is 1 (i did just pick up a Napoleon Hill paperback).....
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I am one of the lucky ones, born and raised in San Diego - what more can you ask for. Birthed in Oceanside, lived in Vista while I was young, had a good run in San Marcos, college at SDSU, party years in PB, and a few years back, bought a house in Encinitas. Man-o-man have I.....
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New Encinitas has everything one would need within a short 5-10 minute drive. Bisecting this area of the city is El Camino Real. This main thoroughfare is surrounded on either side by one of the many business's offering anything from sushi to spices. There are a number of big box.....
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Olivenhain sits in the Easternmost part of Encinitas, bordering the prestigious community of Rancho Santa Fe. Olivenhain, impressive in its own right, has a completely different feel and layout from the other four areas.....
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Historic Encinitas. Old Encinitas. Downtown Encinitas. You can refer to this part of the city in many ways, but anyway you slice it, this is the Heart of Encinitas. Start out by finding a parking space, which can be a little hectic at.....
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Leucadia, CA. Of the five Encinitas communities, this has to be the funkiest...in a great way. Leucadian locals have a motto - “Keep Leucadia Funky.” This beachy colony has always tried to maintain its small, arsty, chill .....
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Cardiff, Cardiff, Cardiff. Is it true that the entire culture and identity of Cardiff-by-the-Sea revolves around the iconic statue at the end of Chesterfield Dr., on Highway 101, named “Magic Carpet Ride," but known to the locals as “The .....
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