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Sep 07 2021

DAY TRIP: Balboa Park

Head south about 20 miles from Solana Beach and you’ll find one of the oldest parks in the United States dedicated to public recreational use. Since 1835, Balboa Park is where culture and nature meet. Lush grounds, from gardens to forests, fountains to playgrounds, and sweeping architecture from Spanish Colonial Revival to mid-century Modern span the heart of the Park. More than 17 museums filled with everything from dinosaurs to space travel, science to the study of humankind, photographs to old masters, and automobiles to orchids. Plays, musicals, orchestras, ballet, heritage dancing, song, and the World Famous San Diego Zoo, round out a vast array of things to see and do.
Balboa Park Website

Museums for All Interests

Balboa Park boasts 17 museums and cultural institutions with an incredible diversity of collections. From art, science, and space to humans, architecture, and international culture, there’s something for everyone.

Favorites include:

San Diego Natural History Museum (theNAT)

San Diego Automotive Museum

Museum of Photographic Arts

Fleet Science Center (with IMAX)

Performing Arts

With more than 10 dedicated performance spaces, and additional stages and entertainment added for different seasons and special occasions, you can always be swept away into another world through an inspiring performance.

Be sure to check out Sprec kel s Organ Pavilion, the largest outdoor pipe organ in the world with free weekly concerts on Sundays or catch an acclaimed performance at The Old Globe Theatre built in 1935 and modeled after Shakespeare’s Old Globe in London.

Attractions Around The Park

There are hidden gems all over the 1,200 acre historic urban cultural park including the California Tower. The nearly 200-foot-tall Tower and Dome of the California Building are covered with intricate carvings, colorful tile, and glass beads. While exploring the park, you may also find the El Cid Statue, Spanish Village Art Center or the Moreton Bay Fig tree.

An Abundance of Gardens

Balboa Park has 19 lush, unique, landscaped, gardens from end to end. Most well known is the Botanical Building and Lily Pond, but be sure to take a walk through the Inez Grant Parker Memorial Rose Garden and the Japanese Friendship Garden.

San Diego Zoo

100 acres in size, the “World Famous San Diego Zoo” was a pioneer in the concept of open-air, cageless exhibits. It is well known for its lush, naturalistic habitats and unique animal encounters and is home to more than 3,700 rare and endangered animals representing approximately 660 species and subspecies and a prominent botanical collection with more than 700,000 plants.

San Diego Zoo Website

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Aug 25 2021

DAY TRIP: Carlsbad

Eight miles north of Stubbs is the coastal town of Carlsbad. A charming town with a European influence, this “Village by the Sea” is filled with excellent restaurants, diverse shopping centers, historical destinations and world famous attractions. If you’re looking to take a day trip, here’s a sample of some of the fun and educational things you can experience just up the coast.

K1 Speed

At K1 Speed Carlsbad, all ages can experience the thrill of head-to-head action! Perfect for families, friends and co-workers looking for something fun to do, Arrive & Drive racing allows individuals to come in anytime, without a reservation, and race in our high-performance all-electric karts.

https://www.k1speed.com/carlsbad-location.html

Leo Carrillo Ranch

Leo Carrillo Historic Park, is a historic estate in Carlsbad, California. The rancho was built as a weekend retreat for actor Leo Carrillo (The Cisco Kid), who designed the property in the style of Spanish hacienda estates. If you’re visiting in the spring, the resident peacocks will be displaying their grand feathers in search of a mate. Walk around the beautiful grounds for a quick historical and educational trip.

https://carrillo-ranch.org/

Museum of Making Music

When you step into the galleries (and back in time) you’ll see outstanding examples of musical instruments, many of them displayed in vintage music store settings. You’ll also hear some familiar tunes in audio and video clips, have many hands-on opportunities to pick up and play a variety of instruments, and discover the innovative ways that the music industry has grown over the years. It’s an insider’s view of the world of making music.

https://www.museumofmakingmusic.org/

Village Faire – Restaurants and Shops at Carlsbad Village

With its New England-style architecture with a Caribbean flare, this enclave of over 36 restaurants, shops and services surrounds a family friendly fountain courtyard, located just a block from the beach and train station.

There are numerous shops to purchase your beachy California souvenirs. Be sure to visit The Compass restaurant for lunch.

https://www.shopvillagefaire.com/

Legoland California is filled with more than 60 kid-powered, kid-tastic rides, shows and attractions all built for fun and geared for families with children between the ages of 2 and 12! Inside LEGOLAND, you can enter a world of knights and princesses to conquer the Dragon Coaster. Kids can drive their own cars at Driving School.

Legoland Water Park features more than seven slides, sandy beaches and the unique Build-A-Raft River plus Pirate Reef and LEGO Legends of CHIMA Water Park comprising 10 acres of water fun!

Sea Life Aquarium is your child’s first interactive guide to the life of the sea, combining active hands-on learning with fascinating educational talks and up close encounters with sea creatures including sharks, octopi and rays!

https://www.legoland.com/california/

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Aug 02 2021

COMMUNITY FOCUS: Del Mar Shores Terrace

Four Views of Del Mar Shores Terrace in Solana Beach — Four views of Del Mar Shores Terrace

Views, Views Views!
With over 80 one and two bedroom units, Del Mar Shores Terrace is a bit more intimate than some of the other complexes on the bluffs. A warm feel with lush landscaping, “DMST” has direct access down stairs to a beach that locals love to surf. Great location is within walking distance to the Del Mar Racetrack and Fairgrounds, plus shopping and a variety of restaurants. Underground parking garage keeps your vehicle secure.
Something for Everyone
Oceanfront views are yours at many of the units at Del Mar Shores Terrace, however you can still hear the waves crash from one of our more budget-friendly non-ocean view condos. Direct beach access by way of the stairs will take you to the sandy shores of the Pacific.

Gorgeous Vistas
Live the southern California lifestyle with an oceanfront pool and spa. There are plenty of places to sit along the bluffs to search for dolphins and treasure the blue Pacific Ocean.

Stubbs manages 10 properties at Del Mar Shores Terrace, 9 oceanfront and one with a peek view.

Stubbs DMST Properties

Coastal
DMST17 – Sea La Vie – Oceanfront
DMST21 – A Shore Thing! – Oceanfront
DMST22 – Breathtaking Bungalow – Oceanfront
DMST32 – Sandy Dreams – Oceanfront

Executive
DMST13 – Bright, Beachy Beauty – Oceanfront
DMST25 – Enjoy Some Sea-clusion – Oceanfront
DMST3536 – Sea Forever – Oceanfront
DMST79 – Sea-renity – Peek View

Luxury
DMST26 – Oceanfront Top Floor – Oceanfront
DMST42 – Bluetique on the Bluff – Oceanfront

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It’s no wonder San Diego was hailed by Golf Digest as “one of the top 50 golf destinations in the world.” Whether you’re looking for ocean views, desert sun or mountain vistas, every one of San Diego county’s 86 courses will challenge your skill level and delight your senses.

In 2021, Torrey Pines Golf Course hosted the third USGA championship for the South Course and the second time it played host to the national championship.

Since you have golf on your mind, here are a few local public courses easily accessible from all of our Stubbs Vacation Rentals.

TORREY PINES GOLF COURSE – La Jolla

Located in La Jolla, California, Torrey Pines Golf Course sits on the coastal cliffs overlooking the Pacific Ocean and is recognized as the premier municipal golf course owned and operated by a city. It offers two picturesque and, due to its yearly hosting of the PGA TOUR’s Farmers Insurance Open event, widely recognizable championship 18-hole golf courses. It is surely the most accessible public facility for the die-hard enthusiast wishing to play at a world-renown facility that nearly all golfers know by name.
TorreyPinesGolfCourse.com

LOMAS SANTA FE EXECUTIVE GOLF COURSE – Solana Beach

Lomas Santa Fe Executive Golf Course was voted one of the “Top Short Courses,” by Golf Range Magazine for the past two years. Lomas Santa Fe Executive features panoramic ocean views paired with cool ocean breezes, and is described as “a hidden and under-used jewel” by the San Diego Union Tribune.
LomasSantaFeGC.com

ENCINITAS RANCH GOLF COURSE – Encinitas

Encinitas Ranch Golf Course is located on a magnificent sweep of bluffs and has a constant view of the Pacific Ocean throughout the golf course. Golfers appreciate this golf course layout because of its many golf amenities – such as five sets of tees, open fairways, and bunkers. Everyone has a chance to post their low score when they play Encinitas Ranch!
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AVIARA GOLF CLUB – Carlsbad

Named by Golf Digest and Golf Magazine as one of the best resort golf courses in America, Aviara Golf Club overlooks the Batiquitos Lagoon nature preserve in beautiful Carlsbad, California. The only coastal California course designed by Arnold Palmer, Aviara Golf Club features a memorable layout: par 72 over 18 holes and 7,007 yards uniquely sculpted around rolling hillsides, native wildflowers, and plenty of bunker and water challenges.
GolfAviara.com

And for the kids:
PELLY’S MINI GOLF – Del Mar

Pelly’s Mini Golf course has cute décor and pleasant general ambiance. The grounds are well maintained and feature trickling waterfalls and ponds with Koi and goldfish. The general tone is more natural “garden” and less sugary “candyland.” There are two courses to choose from: Surfin’ Safari and Ocean Adventure. Educational facts are located at each hole.
DelMarGolfCenter.com/PellysMiniGolf

FUN FACT! Carlsbad, California is called the “Golf Manufacturing Capital of the World.” Over 35 golf companies call Carlsbad home, including Callaway, TaylorMade, Titleist, Cobra, and Fujikura shafts.

Stubbs Vacation Beach Homes manages nearly 100 properties in Solana Beach, Del Mar and Encinitas.

Call us today to book your next stay in San Diego! 858-792-7368 or 800-378-8221

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