This week’s post is dedicated to exploration and we’re not
talking about just exploring the streets of San Diego. From space to land to the sea, we’ve
got adventure on the mind. Thankfully,
our lovely city has everything you need for a daring and unforgettable good
time.
Let’s start with underwater exploration. The ocean waters are warming up, and
now is perfect time to snorkel or scuba dive at La Jolla Cove. This is, with a doubt, the most popular
and beautiful place to explore life under the sea, and we suggest you get a
dive in before the busier summer months.
The north-facing beach means its waters are calm and crystal clear and
the sea life (sea lions, seals and fish) has grown accustomed to its many human
visitors. Just remember, this is a
protected area so there’s no touching the marine life.
From underwater exploration to exploring the open seas; what
conjures up sailing around the ocean more than historical pirates? We’ve highlighted the Maritime Museum a
couple of times (like Here and Here), and there’s a good reason: they have great activities
for the whole family. This
Saturday and Sunday are their Pirate Days, a boisterous event everyone will
love, complete with a pirate costume contest for the tots. The kids will love the carnival games,
the treasure hunt, and the crafts.
The parents will enjoy the knot tying, rope making, and sword fight
demonstrations.
San Diego has many parks that you can get lost exploring in,
but one of our favorites to explore comes with a stunning view. Mount Soledad Veterans Memorial in
Soledad Park gives you a 360-degree view of the city and is a beautiful tribute
to those veterans who have served this country. The memorial sits 822 feet above San Diego and honors more
than 2,700 veterans with plaques for each one. There are open grass areas, perfect for picnics, and
descending nature walks to get close and personal to the wildlife. At the top, gazing north, look for the
cliffs of Torrey Pines and to the south, Coronado and Mexico.
On Saturday, May 16th, the San Diego Air &Space Museum will have its 12th annual Space Day Celebration. Not all of us can explore space in real
life, but this will be your chance to touch a meteorite, talk to space experts,
and design your own space patch.
As part of the special day, the museum’s space galleries are open for
viewing, including a flown Apollo spacecraft, moon rocks, and space suits. Kids can build and fly a paper rocket
and grab a free poster on their way out.
This will truly be a fascinating event. The fun starts at 10 am and goes until 2 pm. Kids 17 and under are free with a paid
adult.
Whether you want to explore subterraneous worlds or outer space (vicariously, of course), San Diego, is the place to be. Mission Bay can be your base camp to ultimate adventure. Just be sure you’ve packed your snorkel mask, sea legs, hiking boots, and space helmet.
