Romance is in the air!

I know it's a bit early, but have you been thinking about doing something special for that 'special' someone in your life on Valentine's Day? No? Well you should! What a great opportunity to focus on the romantic part of your life, right? Absolutely!

We thought we'd entice you to come stay with us - we love romance, too : ) We're putting a dozen roses and a box of chocolates in each room as well as offering a champagne breakfast when you stay with us for Valentine's weekend! It can't get more romantic than that can it? Well it can....but the rest is up to you!

Pssst....we were voted "Best Place to Kiss"...now isn't that romantic?




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Have you been Naughty or Nice?

Blogging?! Who has time for Blogging? There are only 8 days left until Christmas and I've been out shopping! And what a whirlwind it is out there this season...I thought I'd share some of my favorite shopping spots with you, you know, just in case you are still in need of the perfect gift!

Carlsbad Premium Outlets
5620 Paseo del Norte, Suite 100
Carlsbad, CA 92008
(760) 804-9000

And the best part? It's only 10 minutes away from us!

Cedros Avenue Design District
Located in the beautiful town of Solana Beach, just 2 miles south of Cardiff.
(pssst....my favorite store is Solo....you have to check it out!)

La Jolla
Located just 20 minutes south of Cardiff (via the beautiful Coast Hwy)...amazing art galleries and boutiques - you're going to need an entire day for this one, believe me!

The Forum at Carlsbad
Another great place to shop that is only 10 minutes from us...a beautiful shopping center that is somewhat of a hidden gem! My favorite - The Paper Source - a great store for cards and gift supplies...go there now!




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Perfect for the Holidays!

Skating by the Sea

The Hotel del Coronado is pleased to present in its fifth year a unique Southern California experience – outdoor ice-skating overlooking the Pacific Ocean. The Del’s 10,000-square-foot Windsor Lawn, located just steps from the sand, will be transformed into a picturesque ice rink for guests and visitors this holiday season. Holiday music will fill the air and guests can purchase hot chocolate and libations.

~ November 25 - December 18 ~
daily: 2pm - 5pm & 6pm - 9pm
weekend & holiday matinee: 11am - 1pm

~ December 19 - January 3 ~
daily: 2pm - 5pm & 6pm - 9pm
daily matinee: 11am - 1pm

Three-hour sessions cost $20* for adults and $15* for kids (ages 10 years and under); two-hour matinee sessions cost $15* for adults and $10* for kids (ages 10 years and under). Skate rental is $5 per person.

A portion of the 2009 skating proceeds will benefit the Make-A-Wish Foundation® of San Diego.

*The matinee session in the only 2-hour session. Must pay for entire session regardless of time spent skating.

Directions to the Hotel del Coronado can be found here...






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Of Local Importance....

California Surf Festival
Oceanside, CA
Nov 19-22

The California Surf Festival celebrates awareness and support for surf history preservation through the California Surf Museum. It is an international event destination bringing people from all over the world to Oceanside, California, to experience surf culture through films, music, art, photography and
interaction with those who embody the culture as well as highlight the surf community of California.
The California Surf Film Festival, produced as a benefit by the California Surf Museum (CSM) in Oceanside, will include exciting and groundbreaking new surf films with many of the filmmakers in attendance.


Del Mar Antique Show
Del Mar Fairgrounds
Fri - Sun, Nov 20-22

More than 250 antique dealers from throughout the Western United States will be selling antiques and collectibles during the three-day run of the show, which marks its 50th year this fall. This year's show is subtitled the "Century of Style Design Show," with a focus on antiques from the 20th century, including Arts & Crafts, Art Deco, Mid-Century Modern and Art Nouveau pieces. There will be booths specializing in crystal, glass, pottery, art, jewelry, silver, Americana, primitives, furniture and paper ephemera. There will also be antique and restoration artists on hand for consultations on wicker, damaged glass, crystal, porcelain, pottery, rugs and jewelry.

Read the full article here....


San Diego Bay Wine & Food Festival
Embarcadero Park North
San Diego
Nov 18-22

The much anticipated 2009 San Diego Bay Wine and Food Festival is quickly approaching! Come join more than 8,000 tastemakers including legendary winemakers, celebrity chefs and others with great taste (just like you!) on November 18-22, 2009. You won't want to miss the five-day wine and food extravaganza featuring 170 world-class wineries and spirit producers, 70 of San Diego’s award-winning fine dining restaurants, gourmet foods, celebrity chefs, wine dinners, cooking classes, wine tasting classes, live and silent auctions, personalities, wine tastings, and unlimited food samples!




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Well, Hello......

So we've been a bit busy here with weddings as of late. In fact, I have some great pics I'd like to share with you....






Please check out the rest of the pics (scroll down Fritz's blog to the second wedding!) and Fritz's great work at fritzharmon.com

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Spooktacular....

It's Halloween this weekend! Here are a couple of things to do this weekend that just might be 'spooktacular'!

Dia de los Muertos
Sunday, Nov 1, 10am - 4pm
Mission San Luis Rey
Oceanside, CA

More details here...


Something that runs every Friday, but is especially cool this time of year is...

The Rocky Horror Picture Show
Midnight Showing Every Friday Night
Special 9m Show on Halloween (Saturday night)
La Paloma Theater
471 S. Coast Hwy
Encinitas, CA


And if you like creative, but definitely not spooky then check out...

Carlsbad Village Street Faire
Sunday, Nov 1, 8am - 4pm
(Grand Ave. from Carlsbad Blvd. to Jefferson St.)

More details here...






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Coast to Coast

We had a wonderful couple stay with us this weekend, of course all our couples are wonderful (!), but what made this couple stand out was their modus operandi for the weekend. They started their Sunday morning watching the sunrise in Boston and then hopped on a plane to be here for sunset that night! Isn't that a great way to spend a day...seeing the sunrise on the east coast and seeing the sunset on the west coast? I give them super high marks for being romantic.....


For those of you that don't have those kinds of plans for the weekend, here are some suggestions!

Zenbu Sushi Bar
2003 San Elijo Ave
Cardiff

They have local lobster specials going on!!

Check out the menu here...


At the Del Mar Fairgrounds this weekend:

Harvest Festival Original Art & Craft Show
Fri/Sat/Sun, Oct 23-25
10am - 6pm

Tickets, Hours, Location


And for you bookworms....

Dean Koontz Book Signing
Canine Companions for Independence Southwest Regional Center
124 Rancho del Oro Drive
Oceanside, CA 92057

Bestselling author Dean Koontz will do a special book signing at 124 Rancho del Oro Drive in Oceanside, California on October 24. Dean Koontz will address the crowd at 11AM. Immediately following, he will sign copies of A BIG LITTLE LIFE and I, TRIXIE WHO IS DOG. Both titles will be available for purchase at the event. Early arrival is encouraged to secure a spot in line. All author's proceeds from the books benefit Canine Companions for Independence, which provides assistance dogs to people with disabilities completely free of charge. In addition to the signing, attendees can enjoy assistance dog demonstrations, campus tours and live music. Visit www.cci.org/koontz or call (760)901-4300 for more information.

Click here for more details...


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