Wednesday, April 18, 2012
The little beach-town of Solana Beach is nestled along the Pacific Ocean's sandy coast approximately 22 miles north of the San Diego airport. It's bordered by Cardiff-By-The-Sea on the north, the chic town of Del Mar (and it's horse race track) on the south, the popular Lomas Santa Fe Country Club on the east and, of course, the sparkling Pacific Ocean on the west.
Temperatures average from 60 - 64 sunny degrees in the winter and 76 - 78 balmy but refreshing degrees in the summer. The near perfect weather and 2 miles of coastline result in a kind of paradise - as a result, home prices average more than $1.5 million.
The city is a favorite destination for visitors who enjoy eclectic shops, great dining, golfing, nightlife, bicycling, beach sports and hiking. Every evening finds visitors and locals gathering at Fletcher Cove to enjoy the sunset.
The popular Cedros District has the quaintness and mystery of an old European side-street featuring more than eighty shops from trendy to antique, chic to bohemian. A little exploring will find authentic furniture from the far east, antiques from Africa, hand-woven tapestries from South America, tony spas, adventure and travel gear, custom hand-made jewelry, health-food restaurants, design studios and one-of-a-kind salons. all combining to make Cedros one of San Diego's most interesting shopping and business areas.
Perhaps the most famous commercial establishment in Cedros is the Belly Up Tavern with a distinguished history of bringing all kinds of music to the San Diego area. The Belly Up has often been voted "San Diego's Best Live Music Venue" by the San Diego Union Tribune, The San Diego Reader and San Diego Magazine. It's been called "one of the coolest music scenes on the west coast" by Rolling Stone Magazine.
On Highway 101 you will find the hub of the commuter rail system. Both the Amtrak and San Diego's commuter train, the Coaster, have stops at the station giving easy access to all the communities along the coast without having to chance the notorious southern California highway system.
Every July the local triathlon club hosts a "beach party triathlon" with a quarter mile ocean swim, nine mile bike ride and three mile run. Thousands of people run, ride, swim, watch, participate and have fun with their family and friends.
The School District serves approximately 2,700 students. Instruction is rich, varied and innovative with an emphasis is on a continuous progressive curriculum. District schools consistently rank at or near the top in the county in testing.
Like many San Diego coastal beach towns, here is a mix of the old and the new. The coastal area is older, built in the 50s and 60s. This main part of town along historic Highway U.S. 101 is a mix of antique shops, older and remodeled homes, galleries, restaurants, hotels, resorts and apartments.
There are lots of beach community accommodations options in the area including Solana Beach Accommodations and Solana Beach Ca Hotels.
Temperatures average from 60 - 64 sunny degrees in the winter and 76 - 78 balmy but refreshing degrees in the summer. The near perfect weather and 2 miles of coastline result in a kind of paradise - as a result, home prices average more than $1.5 million.
The city is a favorite destination for visitors who enjoy eclectic shops, great dining, golfing, nightlife, bicycling, beach sports and hiking. Every evening finds visitors and locals gathering at Fletcher Cove to enjoy the sunset.
The popular Cedros District has the quaintness and mystery of an old European side-street featuring more than eighty shops from trendy to antique, chic to bohemian. A little exploring will find authentic furniture from the far east, antiques from Africa, hand-woven tapestries from South America, tony spas, adventure and travel gear, custom hand-made jewelry, health-food restaurants, design studios and one-of-a-kind salons. all combining to make Cedros one of San Diego's most interesting shopping and business areas.
Perhaps the most famous commercial establishment in Cedros is the Belly Up Tavern with a distinguished history of bringing all kinds of music to the San Diego area. The Belly Up has often been voted "San Diego's Best Live Music Venue" by the San Diego Union Tribune, The San Diego Reader and San Diego Magazine. It's been called "one of the coolest music scenes on the west coast" by Rolling Stone Magazine.
On Highway 101 you will find the hub of the commuter rail system. Both the Amtrak and San Diego's commuter train, the Coaster, have stops at the station giving easy access to all the communities along the coast without having to chance the notorious southern California highway system.
Every July the local triathlon club hosts a "beach party triathlon" with a quarter mile ocean swim, nine mile bike ride and three mile run. Thousands of people run, ride, swim, watch, participate and have fun with their family and friends.
The School District serves approximately 2,700 students. Instruction is rich, varied and innovative with an emphasis is on a continuous progressive curriculum. District schools consistently rank at or near the top in the county in testing.
Like many San Diego coastal beach towns, here is a mix of the old and the new. The coastal area is older, built in the 50s and 60s. This main part of town along historic Highway U.S. 101 is a mix of antique shops, older and remodeled homes, galleries, restaurants, hotels, resorts and apartments.
There are lots of beach community accommodations options in the area including Solana Beach Accommodations and Solana Beach Ca Hotels.
About the Author:
Terry Hunefeld retired in 2008. He spends more than 40 days a year at sea. His special interest is marine animals. He and his wife own a B&B in Solana Beach. Visit: B&B Inns in Solana Beach or Bed & Breakfasts in Solana Beach.. This article, Solana Beach - Fun Activities While Vacationing is available for free reprint.