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Coronado Vacation Weather Author: Coronado Cookie Jul 14

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Well, it is a little bit late, but the summer weather has finally arrived and hundreds of tourists are enjoying their Coronado vacation.

The thick marine layer has dissipated and the days dawn clear and sunny. For the first couple of days, I was startled by the brightness of the mornings and felt a little over exposed. Now I am once again used to the sun-filled days that are more the norm for Coronado.

Even though it is a week day, the Coronado beach is crowded, the sidewalks are filled and the streets are grid locked.

While I appreciate the draw to our town, the influx of hundreds and hundreds of tourists and day trippers can leave a local somewhat frustrated while trying to go about daily living. Luckily, I know the back roads, alleys and shortcuts!

I can’t begrudge the boost to our economy and to my friends who own businesses here. Nor would I deny anyone the experience of enjoying Coronado.

Coronado really has so much to offer visitors. So many come just for the beach, but as with any seaside town, some wonderful eateries offer delicious food. And, there is any number of delightful shops and places to stay.

One of the neat things about the layout of Coronado is that being in the village by the beach has a totally different feel it then being by the bay and the Ferry Landing. Luckily, since the peninsula is so small, you can visit and experience both.

What is your favorite, the village or the Ferry Landing?

Category: Coronado Living | Tags: Coronado island vacations, Coronado surf, Coronado tourism, Coronado travel, Coronado vacation, Coronado vacations | 2 Comments

Hotel del Coronado Welcomes Christmas Author: Coronado Cookie Nov 29

Hotel del Coronado Christmas Lights

Thanksgiving is my favorite holiday ~ a day to gather with family and friends and simply appreciate all that we have. In addition to its own meaning, Thanksgiving is the kick off for the Holiday Season. I think the season officially starts at the end of the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade with the arrival of Santa Claus.

This weekend, as I drive, walk and ride my bicycle all over Coronado, I see houses being adorned with bright lights, decorated Christmas trees standing proud in front windows and store windows festive with holiday ornaments. They all seem to appear suddenly to herald the start of the holidays.

One of the most beautiful holiday tributes is the Hotel del Coronado outlined with 100,000 twinkling white lights. It is a magical sight as you drive west over the Coronado Bridge with the ocean and Point Loma in the background especially at dusk.

As I’ve said many times, Coronado embraces every holiday and celebrates each of them to the max. The Hotel del Coronado joins in the Holiday Season with gusto. Each year a theme is chosen and the resort is adorned from head to toe with holiday décor. This year’s theme is “Merry and Bright” and I am looking forward to experiencing the magic.

Although the lights have already been placed on the outside of the hotel, the official launch happens next Wednesday, December 2 from 4pm to 7pm. The event, called “Holiday Festival…A Family Celebration,” includes the arrival of Santa Claus and his elves at Santa’s Village, the lighting of the tree in the lobby, musical entertainment, hot cocoa and other libations and the opportunity to ice skate beach side at the outdoor ice-skating rink on the Windsor Lawn. The festivities will culminate with a spectacular fireworks show.

With the Hotel’s event on Wednesday and the upcoming Holiday Parade on Friday, by the end of next week Coronado will be in full holiday bloom. Coronado is one of the best places to experience some holiday enchantment. So, come on over and fill your spirit with holiday cheer.

Another Day in Paradise Author: Coronado Cookie Nov 21

Since moving to the San Diego area, my brother Bill has coined a phrase that he joyfully utters repeatedly, “Another day in paradise!”

That sentiment shows exactly how I feel about living in Coronado. Not a day goes by that I don’t feel very blessed and lucky to live here. Walking through the village, riding my bicycle along San Diego Bay, collecting shells on the beach while watching the dogs surf on Dog Beach – this is all a part of my life in Coronado.

And, it’s not just about the beauty here; a big part of the attraction of living here is the strong sense of community. Sure, we have thousands of tourists and visitors every year, but at its heart, Coronado is a small town with small town values. It is evident in our weekly community newspaper, The Coronado Eagle. Distributed every Wednesday, The Eagle is a free publication that keeps the locals up to date on Coronado news, events, sports, weddings, births, and deaths – all the things that happen in our daily lives.

Coronado is a “Navy” town and as such, there is also a strong sense of patriotism here. North Island is home to the Naval Air Station and in land mass encompasses more than half of the island. Many of those who currently serve or have served over the years have made Coronado their permanent home. When a ship deploys, yellow ribbons spring up all over town and when it returns the island is dotted with hand made welcome home signs.

Some of my favorite times in Coronado are during the annual special events. There is the Holiday Parade the first Friday of December, the Flower Show in April, the Summer Concert Series, the Independence Day Parade and the Halloween Open House. Participation runs high at these events and they highlight the spirit of Coronado.

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