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Best Transportation Options to Coronado

Posted in Advice to Travelers 6 years, 9 months ago

Walking off the plane at your destination brings a wave of relief and excitement. That lasts just about until the moment you realize that you still have to navigate to your accommodation to truly start your vacation. Seasoned travelers can attest to the tricky logistics often accompanying moving from the airport to, well, just about anywhere. To help smooth over your ride, and get you to paradise faster, here are the best options for getting from the San Diego Airport to Coronado.

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Do You Need a Car on Your Coronado & San Diego Vacation?

Posted in Advice to Travelers 6 years, 9 months ago

You invest precious resources into charting your ideal Southern California adventure. Especially if you are flying in from another part of the country—or the world—you’re counting on spending your treasured vacation days soaking in the sun on the beach, trying your hand at our water sports, or treating your palate to our incredible cuisine. Ultimately it’s a positive investment in you and your family. 

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Comic Con Without Badges: What’s on Tap for 2017

Posted in Advice to Travelers, Coronado Activities , San Diego 7 years ago

We get it. Comic Con badges are nearly impossible to snag these days. That doesn’t mean you need to miss out on the entire experience. Should the badges elude you, commit to joining the underbelly comic event. This takes place outside the convention walls, down alleys, tucked away in warehouses, and in basement bars.

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Comic Con Tips from a Local

Posted in Advice to Travelers, San Diego 7 years ago

Compared to basically every other conference around, Comic Con is a completely different beast. Seriously, what other conference encourages walking around like a zombie? We also can’t remember a single other conference where the attendees skipped the bulk of the event to spend three days outside waiting in line for a panel.

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Why Coronado is the Best Dog-Friendly Vacation Spot

Posted in Advice to Travelers, Coronado Activities 7 years, 1 month ago

Spring fever is in the air and it’s time for you and Fido to hit the road. With countless destinations at your fingertips, you might be wondering how Coronado ranks on the list. More importantly, what Fido will think of the experience once you get there.

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How to Do San Diego in a Day

Posted in Advice to Travelers, San Diego 7 years, 1 month ago

With all the splendors right at your fingertips in Coronado, you can go an entire vacation without ever venturing out to our iconic neighbor San Diego. Should that skyline lure your over, though, here’s how to master America’s finest city in a single day.

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2017 Food Festivals in Coronado and San Diego You Can't Afford to Miss

Posted in Advice to Travelers, Coronado Activities , San Diego , San Diego Must-Eats 7 years, 2 months ago

Not to brag, but in Southern California we sure know how to throw a great shindig. Whether you’re looking for a family-friendly event, refreshing cold brews or delectable dishes, we have you covered every which way. 

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Best Dog-Friendly Beaches in San Diego and Coronado

Posted in Advice to Travelers, Coronado Activities 7 years, 2 months ago

What’s the point of bringing Fido to the beach if he has to hang out at the hotel the entire time you visit? While we pride ourselves on the caliber of our rooms at Coronado Inn, we know that your pup doesn’t want to spend the entire day stuck indoors.

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Best Dog-Friendly Hotel in San Diego & Coronado

Posted in Advice to Travelers, Coronado Activities , San Diego 7 years, 3 months ago

Let’s face it; choosing a dog-friendly hotel comes down to more than just the ability to bring your pup into the room with you. Location matters. Opting for a dog-friendly hotel in an oasis of neighborhood dog restrictions only makes for a headache bringing your dog out of the room.

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2016 Holiday Season in Coronado

Posted in Advice to Travelers, Coronado Activities , Holiday Tips 7 years, 4 months ago

’Tis the season for merriment, cheer, and jubilation! While we may not enjoy the traditional white Christmas, Coronado glistens each holiday season. Our streets light up with spectacular displays, unique holiday events speckle the calendar, and the white sandy beach mirrors any snowscape around, all while enjoying our 70-degree weather and constant sunshine. Add in eggnog, and you’ve got the perfect recipe for your holiday festivities.

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Winter Activities That Make Coronado Paradise All Year Long

Posted in Advice to Travelers, Coronado Activities , Holiday Tips 7 years, 4 months ago

While the rest of the country bundles up to watch temperatures continually dip into dismal lows, in Southern California we keep our shorts out and our flip-flops handy all winter. In fact, January proves to be the sunniest month year after year.

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Delightful (and ethical) Animal Encounters in San Diego and Coronado

Posted in Advice to Travelers, San Diego 7 years, 5 months ago

Delighting visitors and locals alike, Southern California’s diverse wildlife provides some of the most memorable encounters around. Celebrating the natural marine life in the Pacific Ocean, visitors can discover anything from the harmless leopard shark to the giant gray whale along the coast. Start venturing inland and you’ll find an entire world of biodiversity hosting creatures from around the world. The phrase “lions, tigers, and bears” doesn’t do it justice.

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