Ever wanted to live in a boat? How about a landlocked boat? While walking around the neighborhoods…read moreof Encinitas, I came upon these huge boathouses along side other cottages and smaller homes. So quirky but interesting. I admit, I was kinda shocked to see two large boats sitting in the middle of a residential neighborhood. I had to investigate the history of the building of these large vessels. Neither of these boats have been out to sea although they are only two blocks from the beach. In 1928 Miles Kellogg built the SS Encinitas and the SS Moonlight. He used recycled materials from a demolished bathhouse at Moonlight Beach. This "courtyard architecture" was used in early California and was associated with Highway 101. Both boats were purchased in 2008 by the Encinitas Preservation Association and they will be preserved forever. You might be surprised to know that people actually live in both of these boats so you are not able to climb aboard and tour. You never know what kind of local flavor you will discover just be walking around but I was happy to find these boathouses.

These boathouses are so unique. They're off a street in the middle of a neighbor, and people…read moreactually live on these boats so you can't actually visit inside of them. On Saturdays, starting at 10am, there's a walking tour that discusses the history of the boathouses. This tour runs only on Saturday from 10am-4pm.

I was recently notified that I am now the Baron of Kensington. I had better review my barony before…read moreI get usurped. I am the Duke of the following: Kensington-Normal Heights Branch Library Refer to my separate review. This place is too cute. Stehly Farms Market I reviewed this place, too. I was once the Duke of Kensington Mini Park This one, too! In addition to the above, I can also recommend Kensington Club, Earthwell Refill, and Stella Jean. The Ken Club is one of the oldest bars in San Diego and they are old school. Cash only! I have seen bands here and I have sung Louis Prima and Faith No More during Sunday night karaoke. Check out their calendar of events. Earthwell Refill is a zero-waste shop that sells household and hygiene products. Bring in your empty bottle or purchase or borrow one from the shop. We get our shampoo here. Stella Jean has good ice cream. They do a few vegan flavors. I want to try the Date Shake Cake. Warning: Burger Lounge uses beef tallow to cook their French fries and their onion rings. Enjoy your visit to my barony, a community in which I would never be able to afford to live!

From the many travels that I have taken there is one place that when you walk through the many…read moreparts of the town there have been many places that have been places that have been stuck in time and the places that have the great food and he many smaller places that you can sit outside. The history of one place that has the many places that have the many places such as a cheesecake factory that was only used by Merv Griffin which is one place you may say is what is the place and the many things to discover. There are many that like to take trips through the many older neighborhoods which can be declared as some of the older neighborhoods are some of the many where the older times of San Diego can be found. I had taken the bus from the SDSU neighborhood and wanted to see the many other parts of San Diego that had remained hidden for many for some you have to take the bus to get to. To have taken the bus the travel to the area was a time of 25 minutes I had seen the many stops that when you travel on the San Diego Transit route 11 to the area of Kensington Adams Ave parking you can't find much. From the many years that when you look at Kensington the history of Kensington was the history and the background of Adams Avenue that had a Spanish background in the many house that were during the years of 1926. For many that knew Adams Avenue was streetcar row that in 1913, a massive trolley car barn was built, to store and perform and complete minor services to several hundred trolley cars would exit and enter if through a series of switches off. When you take a look at Adams Ave you are seeing the many areas that was the main track system that would take you to the many stops that would be along the many stops from the Antique Row and further on down Adams Avenue. With the many areas of Kensington, you are on a history walk that takes you to the many areas of the park and the many areas of the neighborhood that you see many of the art works that are still on the walls you see from the tattoo shops and the Lastat's coffee shop no that's not the Vampire it might be. The city of Kensington is one place that you can take a bus up to the area you can walk amongst the many locations and take connecting busses that can take you downtown and over to the area of North Park the many areas people do drive by and not know they have passed by history of the North Park area. As a Yelp Elite is take a day and take the bus you can save gas and time where you can visit the park and the many shops of Kensington and the many areas of Hillcrest you can ride the city bus number 11.

The Embarcadero stretches from the Hilton, all the way through Seaport Village, multiple parks like…read moreTuna Harbor Park and the North and South parks, past the Midway and the Maritime Museum and beyond, along the San Diego Bay!! A very popular area, I've stayed near here almost every time I visit San Diego in one of the nearby hotels. I got in some good runs here daily, as the sidewalk is very wide, and there were plenty of other runners here, especially in the morning. Running or walking, plenty to see and do here!!

A friend drove us here for some sun and exercise. It was…read morenice to catch up with her amongst the beautiful San Diego scenery. Parking was plentiful, the crowds were tolerable and it really was such a beautiful day. We saw plenty of joggers, bicyclists, families, and dogs. It was low tide, so there was someone that crawled down onto the algae covered rocks to take a look at what marine life he could find. I was not equipped to be adventurous as he, but he did look like he was having a time down there at water level! He might have been vlogging as well because he had a camera set up and whatnot. If you happen to visit my lovely hometown, I recommend you come down here and see the definition of "chill" for yourself. Relax and soak it all in, my friends.

North Park is my fave neighborhood in SD! Amazing food scene, rad bars, and eclectic shops. From…read more30th St to Ray St, there's always something new to discover. Can't get enough of this vibrant community

Everything you need is right here. Good food, beer, bars, music venues, beautiful people and even a…read moredistillery! Oddly enough, everything you don't need is here too. Such as, dog poop left on the ground, (no stray dogs here..) urine scented sidewalks, thefts, car break-ins, rude and smelly folks, paid parking in residential neighborhoods. I still go, but even my 20 year old daughter has witnessed the transition since we've been going for about 15 of those years. Everyone thinks it's cool to own a dog but they lack the decency and or common sense to care for them. Carry those little baggies and keep them leashed. Simple right? Apparently not for some. This happens in my neighborhood too, so possibly this is a millennial thing.. Wait, maybe I shouldn't generalize and blame a generation- all ages really do apply here. Pick up after yourself AND your dog. I could name the numerous establishments here, but I do have a few favorites that I particularly like. Sicilian Thing pizza, Crazee burger, Spirits 619, Lefty's, City Tacos, Yog-Art and a few others I can't think of right now. So if you live here you may take Yoga classes that you actually pay for. I couldn't resist taking a snapshot of the sign on the power pole, which suggests your Yoga could be free if you just bend over and pick up that doggie doodoo. Are you up for the challenge or not?

Cardiff by the Sea is a famous surf destination i have never been to till now…read more In front of Tower 15 had the best surf conditions up or down the beach. Today, 2-4 feet at 4 pm. So , when we come back we ll come here first. Lots of private spots to sit. Lifeguard towers but no shade and limited parking.

We moved to Cardiff a little over two months ago after living in Carlsbad and Cabo for the last…read moreyear or eight. Cardiff is completely different than any other North County beach. I've lived in on the app next-door. They call it walkers and composers. And it's very true it's very quiet. It's very artistic and it's this little village with some great great restaurants that are very local. You've got bump coffee with empanadas. You have the greatest donuts at VG. You also have high-end Italian great fish and one of the best grocery stores in North County, bring your wallet because it's the home of Cardiff crack so far it's a really good place to live and it's a great place to visit or camp right on the beach

I would like to extend a sincere "tip of the hat" to Julie in the Finance Department's Utility…read moreBilling Division. Julie is knowledgeable, professional, pleasant, and genuinely easy to work with. She exemplifies what outstanding customer service should be. Having spent 47 years in government service as a firefighter, I know firsthand that working with the public can sometimes be a grind. That's why employees like Julie deserve to be recognized. She represents your City exceptionally well and leaves people with a positive impression of their local government. Please pass along my appreciation and hang on to this lady--she is making your City look good. Respectfully, George E. Lucia Sr. Lucia Risk Reduction & Fire Protection Consulting

I have a lot of friends and family that are in the Escondido area. Each time I visit, it's always a…read moretreat. Downtown where city hall is on main street is such fun with all the restaurants and bakeries. A few friends own some of the establishments and it's always fun to visit. Can't wait to return soon.

Before I forget, let me tell you about how wonderful this ocean front walk is!!…read more I came here a few weeks ago and grabbed breakfast in PB and then took a nice stroll from PB on this path to Mission Beach, one of the best things to do to lift your mood and turn that frown upside down!! So many people here and we can all share the space. I loved seeing everyone out, some on bikes (but they couldn't get thru much), some joggers, some roller skaters, and plenty just getting physical activity in! I honestly was tempted to jog the entire path but was carrying a few things so decided against it. Ill come back next time and just plan to jog it! Great place to get some sunshine, ocean air, nature's medicine! Wish I could give this place 10 stars !!

Ocean Front Walk is one of those places that perfectly captures the laid-back, sun-soaked spirit of…read moreSan Diego. Stretching along Mission Beach and Pacific Beach, it's a vibrant mix of beach culture, people-watching, and nonstop activity. What makes it special is the energy. You've got cyclists cruising by, skaters weaving through the crowd, street performers drawing small audiences, and beachgoers heading straight from the sand to nearby shops and food spots. It feels alive without being overwhelming--there's always something happening, but you can still find moments to just pause and take in the ocean views.

This small farmers market is small but offers many things…read more From freshly baked goods, fresh squeezed lemonade, fresh produce and even pizza! Worth the price of admission, free99!. A good amount of free parking and worth the visit. Open every Friday from 4-7. Am open air makes it ideal to stroll around. Very relaxing vibe with friendly vendors. Ba back soon.

On Friday afternoons at the intersection of Paseo Cardiel and Carmel Mountain Road - the grounds of…read morethe Radiant Life Church parking lot hosts a farmers market between 3:30 to 6:30 PM. There are a few produce stands, a handful of food vendors and a number of miscellaneous vendors selling all sorts of stuff - prepared goods, jewelry, etc. Although I would say it's on the smaller side as far as farmers markets go it was sure lively on a Friday afternoon. It looks to be very family friendly - there is a kids play area and a setup for a musical performer and even a porta potty near the kids play area if that is needed. I sort of came at the tail end of the market hours so some vendors were closing up but I did get to snag some nice butter mochi from Butter Mochi SD. Parking - there seems to be a lot of parking but the market seems to be well attended so you might have to be patient and catch someone leaving. You might want to check their Facebook to make sure they are open or to see what is featured that week: https://www.facebook.com/p/Rancho-Penasquitos-Farmers-Market-61567878002903/