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Speechless Sunday: San Diego Bay Sailing

02-26-12
Kelly Mac Group (800) 928-1672 San Diego Beach and Luxury Realtors

Speechless Sunday: San Diego Bay Sailing

San Diego Bay was made for sailing. Beautiful scenery, there is usally a breeze strong enough for a fun sail. And, of course, if you want more challenging just go rip it up on the Pacific Ocean.

Here is a photo we took last year when the RC-44 Yacht Races were in town.


San Diego is THE Place for Sailing!


Speechless Sunday: San Diego Bay Sailing

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Big Waves Delight Surfers and Tourists in San Diego!

01-09-12
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Big Waves Delight Surfers and Tourists in San Diego!
 
For several days last week we experienced big (huge in some places) waves.  These waves were caused by storms in Japan, 8,000 miles away.  It was unusual because our weather was picture perfect, 70s and sunny at the beach.  Typically, when waves are this big in San Diego it is because of local winter storms.  San Diego has seventy miles of coastline and there are many famous, iconic surf beaches here.  Also, a lot of surf legends live in San Diego or have lived here.  Local surfers were ecstatic about last week's waves!  Not sure if local surf god, Ralph Machado, was out there but, if he was, the conditions were perfect.

Ocean Beach San Diego Big Waves

Beside thrilling the surfers, the waves also entertained the tourists, locals and media.  When I shot this video (scroll down) we were at the pier in Ocean Beach and the parking lot next to the pier was full of media trucks.  The pier (longest on the West Coast) was closed because the water actually was over the pier several times.  If you get a chance walk out on the pier and have clam chowder or fish and chips at the small restaurant right on the pier.  My video was just shot on my phone cam so it didn't do justice to how big the waves actually were.  In Ocean Beach waves topped 15 feet!  At Boomer Beach in La Jolla they were even bigger, 17 feet.  And surf favorite, Swami's in Encinitas, thrilled surfers with 12 feet waves.  

Big Waves Hit San Diego Coast

Pounding waves could be heard a half mile inland.  Waves this big can be dangerous so only the most experienced were out surfing.  I heard one guy had his surfboard cut in half by the waves.  It has been over a year since waves this big have hit San Diego.  Luckily there was no subsequent flooding.  Lifeguards were definitely earning their money and had to make a few rescues.  At least two or three people received mild to moderate injuries.  For the most part, everyone up and down the San Diego coast, were just excited to witness the natural spectacle.  I love the fact that the sea is always changing and never get bored walking the beach, San Diego Bay or getting out on the water in a boat.  No, I haven't been on a surfboard yet.  Maybe some day, in the 1 to 2 foot wave range :)

Enjoy some of the photos we snapped the other day and remember to scroll and check out my quick video.

Ocean Beach San Diego Big Waves
Big Waves Hit San Diego Coast

Big Waves Hit San Diego Coast


Ocean Beach San Diego Big Waves








Big Waves Delight Surfers and Tourists in San Diego!
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Speechless Sunday: Point Loma San Diego Sunrise

01-08-12
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Speechless Sunday: Point Loma San Diego Sunrise


I have posted a few sunset photos but here is a sunrise picture we took a couple of weeks ago. No re-touch, these are the actual colors Mother Nature gifted us with!

Picture was taken in Point Loma, looking east over San Diego Bay toward Downtown San Diego and the mountains behind.

Sunrise over Point Loma San Diego

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Start 2012 At The La Jolla Shores Polar Bear Swim!

12-31-11
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Start 2012 At The La Jolla Shores Polar Bear Swim!

How to start the New Year? Hmmmm here's a great idea, healthy, fun and free. Put on your suit and goggles and take a dip in the Pacific Ocean. Tomorrow, January 1, 2012 at 10AM the La Jolla Cove Swim Club will host their annual Polar Bear Swim at La Jolla Shores Beach. Last year approximately 300 people participated. Many just wade into the chilly water (should be about 58 degrees) but the Master's Swimmers actually swim a two mile course. There will be lifeguards on duty and, at least one, on a jet ski. A kayak support team will also be there. After the refreshing swim, participants will enjoy Starbuck's and some terrific pot luck goodies. I hear several people bring fantastic chili and other dishes to help warm the swimmers. Weather in La Jolla Shores should be great, low to mid 60s!

Kellogg Park La Jolla Shores

Kellogg Park in La Jolla Shores is at 8200 Camino del Oro, La Jolla, CA 92037. Click this link for our video tour of La Jolla Shores, the Orange County Register (newspaper) proclaimed it... "The best beach in the area!" La Jolla Shores is certainly one of my favorite communities.

Happy New Year!

Start 2012 At The La Jolla Shores Polar Bear Swim!
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New Year's Eve 2011 San Diego Style!

12-30-11
Kelly Mac Group (800) 928-1672 San Diego Beach and Luxury Realtors
New Year's Eve 2011 San Diego Style!

San Diego New Year's Eve 2011


If you are like everyone else I have talked to, you are ready to bid adieu to 2011 and welcome 2012. But how? Well, here in beautiful San Diego, we have about a gazillion options for celebrating the New Year.

Whatever you choose, please stay safe and healthy. No drinking and driving. There is a new service here that you might want to try out. You notify them of where you are and two people come to your location, one drives you, in your car, and the other is a "chase" vehicle. This service is provided by Rides By Request, and was started by a University of California San Diego graduate. An alternative to taxis and the trolley you can find more about their service at RidesByRequest.com

If you haven't made your celebratory New Year's Eve plans already here are some ideas........


Anthology, 1337 India Street (Little Italy) (619) 595-0300 Anthology.com - This supper club is a favorite of mine. They have great food and terrific live music, usually jazz, blues or rock. For NYE they are offering a special dinner show, dinner will be a four course delight then you get to dance and party to The Trip, a classic rock cover band. $125 to $165 per person.

The Strip Club (not that kind), this is a high end steak restaurant in the Gaslamp. For the gourmands (or just Foodies) the popular restaurant will start with a special cocktail or Champagne flute, wonderful dinner featuring an entree of either lobster tail, steak, filet mignon or sushi grade Ahi, and finishing with an incredible desert of classic cheesecake or chocolate mousse cake. $49.95 per person (sounds pretty reasonable) 340 5th Ave (Gaslamp District) (619) 231-3140

Searsucker, also in the Gaslamp District, Innovative, hip, premier chef Brian Malarkey, is preparing an incredible feast for New Year Eve's patrons. It will be a 5-course dinner and toast to help you ring in the new year. Searsucker.com, 611 5th Ave, (619) 233-7327

Okay, you've had a great meal, now it's time to party!

Big Night San Diego New Year's Eve Gala, Hilton San Diego Bayfront - 11 different party areas with lots and lots of food, drink, music and dance. $119.99 to $279.99 BigNightSanDiego.com or 877-772-5425

NYE 2012 at W Hotel (Little Italy Downtown) - Glitter + Glam 5 rooms full of DJs and glitter balls! $55 to $80, Site for W Hotel or (877) 782-0104

Bar West NYE 2012 Midnight Masquerade - Bar West is a hot Pacific Beach club and will celebrate with a beachy night club mode $40, 959 Hornblend St., Pacific Beach BarWestSD.com

Feathers, Fur, Top Hats and Confetti - Also in party happy Pacific Beach. The fun event will be at the Turquoise Cafe Bar Eurpoa, 873 Turquoise Street. $70 to $100

New Year’s Eve Beach Party

  • Location and Time: Catamaran Resort Hotel Pacific Beach, 3999 Mission Blvd., Mission Beach, 8 p.m.-1:30 a.m.
  • Price: $140-$160
  • Why go: Ticket prices include drinks and foods, plus four rooms of entertainment. Guests can upgrade to the VIP ticket ($160) where they can step on a boat and play casino games and have additional entertainment.

The Pearl Hotel's NYE Party, 1410 Rosecrans St, Point Loma ThePearlSD.com Enjoy a prix-fixe dinner, complimentary midnight toast and music by DJ Dex Diego

New Year's Eve Party with Bayou Brothers and Michelle Lundeen, The historic Cosmopolitan Hotel, Old Town Party with a Cajon twist! $39.95 with dinner, show only is $20 in advance, $25 at the door. OldTownCosmopolitan.com

Comedy Club New Year's Eve with Jeff Richards, Mad House Comedy Club Horton Plaza Downtown San Diego $50 MadHouseComedyClub.com

Sand and Sea New Year's Eve Ball, Sheraton Hotel & Marina 1380 Harbor Drive, (619) 584-5574 $175

New Year's Eve Block Party - House of Blues 1055 5th Ave (Gaslamp District) $25 www.HOBBlockParty.com

New Year's Eve Party Cruise Flagship Cruises and Events 1050 N. Harbor Drive $75 to $110 A cruise on beautiful San Diego Bay sounds like a great way to start the New Year! http://www.flagshipsd.com/dining-and-specialty-cruises/special-events-and-holidays/new-years-eve-dance-cruise

NYE Gala at the Hotel del Coronado

  • Hotel del Coronado, 1500 Orange Ave., Coronado 7 p.m.
  • Price: $275 per person; $325 per person for preferred ring-side seating.
  • Why go: Spend the evening in the gorgeous, iconic Hotel Del for a champagne reception in the Crown Room followed by a lavish dinner in the Ballroom, dancing and a champagne toast at midnight.
  • http://www.hoteldel.com/holidays.aspx#2

NYE Gala on USS Midway

  • Location and Time: USS Midway, 910 N. Harbor Dr., San Diego, 8 p.m.-1 a.m.
  • Price: $169, tax and gratuity are included.
  • Why go: All USS Midway Museum Members get a $25 discount on the ticket price. And guests get to view the firework show on the bay from the deck of the flight carrier as well as enjoy an open premium bar, elegant dinner buffet and live music from The Big Daddy Orchestra.
  • www.Midway.org/NewYears

La Jolla Wine Tasting Tours

  • Location and Time: Your house, Dec. 31 at 11 a.m.
  • Price: $149 per person.
  • Why go: La Jolla Wine Tours will pick you up from your house or hotel and take you on a six-hour wine tour, filled with food, fun and wine tips. It's a great way to spend your New Year's Eve day without worrying about transportation or crowded ballrooms.
  • www.LaJollaWineTours.com

La Jolla La Valencia Hotel

  • Location and Time: 1132 Prospect St., dinner 5 to 9 p.m. and party 9 p.m. to 1 a.m.
  • Price: Dinner is $59 per person. Party is $50 to $75.
  • Why go: Dine and dance the night away in one great location. The hotel's La Sala Lounge will serve as ground zero for the festivities including music by Wayne Foster and La Valencia tapas and drinks
Well, the above ideas should get you started. As you can see there are many options to have fun and celebrate here in America's Finest City. Pick one (or two) and Have a Very Happy New Year!!!

P.S. For New Year's Day, instead of lounging in the Lazy Boy eating chicken wings and watching football, you can go participate in the La Jolla Shores Polar Bear Swim at 10 AM. Bring your Speedo and take a dip in the majestic Pacific Ocean. Great way to start the year off right.

Good Bye 2011

New Year's Eve 2011 San Diego Style!
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