Kara Wimberly

Kara Wimberly is an aspiring librarian, a property manager, and a freelance writer. They were born in Denver, Colorado; grew up in the South; and spent some years in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. They fell in love with San Diego, California almost 9 years ago and have called it home ever since! They have traveled through more than half of the United States and seeing the rest of the world is on their bucket list. Their favorite activities include driving through California eating the delicious food and admiring the beautiful views!

10 Outstanding Things to Do in Oceanside, CA

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Oceanside is a small beach town just a 45-minute drive north of San Diego. If you have some time to relax and want to avoid traffic, you can also take one of the trains. An Amtrak train will take about an hour, and the Coaster takes about an hour and a half. Upon arrival, you … Read more 10 Outstanding Things to Do in Oceanside, CA

Local’s Guide to the 10 Best Beaches in San Diego, California

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Do you have the winter blues? Are you daydreaming of a sunny getaway on a warm beach in Southern California? Me too, that’s why I’ve compiled the best beaches in San Diego, California! All of these beaches are within easy driving distance of San Diego — great for a San Diego day trip! — and … Read more Local’s Guide to the 10 Best Beaches in San Diego, California

13 Unique Day Trips from San Diego: A Detailed Local’s Guide

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It is nearly November, the heat is finally breaking, and it is the perfect time for a day trip from San Diego before winter sets in! While I think you could hang out in San Diego itself for years and still not see the half of it, I also think this city is the perfect … Read more 13 Unique Day Trips from San Diego: A Detailed Local’s Guide

How to Spend a Weekend in San Diego: 2 Day Itinerary

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San Diego isn’t known as America’s Finest City for no reason! If you love the outdoors, San Diego will be a match made in heaven for you. The food is divine, the weather is nearly always perfect, and the sightseeing never ends because the city is beautiful in any direction you look. You might be … Read more How to Spend a Weekend in San Diego: 2 Day Itinerary

12 Joyful Things to Do in Julian, CA

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Julian is a small village tucked away in a valley just north of Mount Laguna. If you’re lucky, you’ll run into a vacationing celebrity or two, but no matter what time of year, you will definitely meet some interesting, local characters. If you have ever visited Southern California, it is almost certain, someone at some … Read more 12 Joyful Things to Do in Julian, CA