Relax Your Way in San Diego

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Relax your cares away this weekend with a spa visit in San Diego. Life can get stressful through work, relationships and friendships, but with a great day of relaxation these cares can melt away and rejuvenate you for the week ahead. San Diego has some great spas that are all within a short distance of Ariva Apartments. Make sure to book ahead to get your preferred treatments on your day away. 

Paradise Point

This mission bay location is more than a place for tourists to escape. It is also a great place that locals can relax on a day away from real life. The Spa at Paradise Point offers services that reflect the spa’s island geography and seaside culture. They offer massages, body treatments, bamboo scrubs, facials and more at this vacation destination at home. They also have services for children and teens if you want to take a friend or family member. Make sure to make your treatment appointment ahead of time because they do fill up fast. 

Grand Del Mar Spa

The Spa at Grand Del Mar is one of only 27 five-star spas in the country. This gorgeous spa features one of a kind treatments that will let your worries fade away in this gorgeous setting. The Spa at Grand Del Mar features a comprehensive treatment menu that includes facials, massages and their own custom organic product line. You also get many complimentary spa amenities with a scheduled spa treatment. These amenities include an adult relaxation pool, fitness center, fitness classes, valet parking, wet and dry saunas, indoor whirlpools, relaxation lounges and more. Make sure to reserve a spa appointment for these great treatments and amenities by calling 858.314.2020.

Rancho Bernardo Inn

The Spa at the Rancho Bernardo Inn uses treatments to nourish your body, skin and soul. This spa specializes in using the freshest ingredients for all of their spa treatments. These ingredients will not only relax you, they may make you hungry as they include strawberry, avocados, yogurt and honey. You can experience these fresh ingredients in their massages, body wraps and facials. You can learn more about their individual treatments at their spa menu.

These three spas are sure to help you relax on your day away. Do you have a favorite spa in the San Diego area? Let us know what it is by commenting under this post on our Facebook Page!

Date Night in San Diego

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Summer flings, long term relationships and first dates all come with some pressure. You want to make sure you plan the perfect date to make sure your get a second or just to surprise your loved one after a few years. Dinner and movie dates are great, but we always love being creative with events and parties. San Diego has some great creative date nights for you to plan this summer.

“I’m On A Boat”

We do not suggest singing this The Lonely Island classic on your date, but it did give us a great idea for a date your loved one would not expect.  Speed Boat Adventures’ features 90-minute group tours that let you get on the water and see some great sights in San Diego. You can see the US Navy submarine base, the USS Midway and the Coronado Bridge among others as you fly along the water.  Make sure to make reservations early as these tours can fill up fast with tourists.

Relive Your Fifth Grade Field Trip

You can relive your elementary school years without all of the awkwardness. Take your date roller skating at Skateworld. Tie up your skates and play all the games from your elementary school years. You can also skate around to the current hits or request nostalgic 90s songs for you and your date to sing along too. 

Sweet Tooth Fun

Do you have a sweet tooth for chocolate? Take your date to Dallmann Fine Chocolates for a chocolate-making class at the production kitchen in El Cajon. You will learn all the skills that are necessary to make those fancy little chocolates you get at bakeries and chocolatiers. You even leave with a gift for your date. Every student leaves with their own box of chocolates.

A New Take on Dinner and a Movie

Yes, we said to stay away from dinner and a movie, but this is an event that we will make the exception. The Pearl Hotel’s Dive-In Theater is on Wednesday evenings. You can grab a bite at their restaurant then sit with your date in a pool chair with a dinner cocktail. You can even enjoy the movie from the comforts of The Pearl Hotel’s Pool. 

These are just four of the great date night ideas that you can plan close to Ariva Apartments. We hope that whether this is a first date or a 300th date that you can have fun with these unique date ideas. 

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Summer Activities in San Diego

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We are lucky enough to live in Ariva Apartments, but sometimes you want to explore the outdoors instead of relaxing in your own home. San Diego has plenty of summer activities for you to enjoy with friends and family. Golf courses are a great way to spend an afternoon in the gorgeous San Diego sun. There are so many places that are close to Ariva Apartments, that you can check out a new course every weekend this summer.

Stadium Golf Center

If you just want to escape for a few hours and work on your golf stroke, then the Stadium Golf Center is where you need to go. This deluxe driving range and batting cages has many options for you to work on your technique all afternoon. If you are having trouble with your swing, you can even explore the many golf lessons that Stadium Golf Center has to offer. Finally, after a few practices, head to their golf shop to get a new polo for your next golf game. 

Epiphany Golf

This gorgeous state-of-the-art facility is perfect for the golf beginner. Do you want to learn how to play a full course with friends or coworkers? Start simple and take a few lessons at Epiphany Golf. You can learn the techniques behind every aspect of the game including short stroke, driving the ball, and reading the green. They have lessons for all ages and all ability types. You can check out their website to schedule a lesson today. 

Pelly's Mini Golf

Maybe you just want to have some fun with friends this weekend. Pelly's Mini Golf is the perfect place to unwind and have some fun with your loved ones. There are even group rate specials if you are looking for a birthday party or work event.  Pelly's is about a fifteen minute drive from Ariva Apartments, but there are many activities to incorporate into your weekend around the golf center. 

These are just three of the many golf courses you can enjoy in and around San Diego. You can find prices and more information about tee times at the websites listed above. We hope you get the perfect hole in one on the course this weekend. 

Comic-Con San Diego

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Star Wars, Star Trek, and even Jurassic World are some of the most popular movies of all time. These along with other great movie franchises will all be showcased at this year's Comic-Con in San Diego. Comic-Con is a gathering of comic book fans and creators to appreciate the world of comics. This extends to movies, T.V. shows, books and other forms of entertainment. You are not going to just see superheroes at this international convention. In the past, shows like How I Met Your Mother and Lost have also made appearances. Take a look at the schedule this year, and see what celebrities and previews you want to see for 2015-2016.

Comic-Con International is held at the San Diego Convention Center. The convention center is a short 10 minute drive from Ariva Apartments. However, this convention has grown so much over the past few years, it usually extends to satellite locations, such as amusement parks and hotels. This year there are plenty of great programs to look forward to from some of the biggest names in Hollywood.

Are you a superhero fan? Warner Bros. has one of the biggest panels at Comic-Con this year! You can meet the cast of Batman v. Superman, while seeing some exclusive previews from the big summer blockbuster.

LucasFilms will be in attendance at the convention this year. The new Star Wars movie has been hyped for almost a year now, but this convention will give us a chance to maybe preview the highly anticipated movie. This panel will be standing room only as LucasFilms is one of the most popular groups at Comic-Con.

Finally, are you more of a television fan? Comic-Con is where you want to be this year. Panels discussing The Walking Dead, Game of Thrones and Supergirl will all be in appearance with many more joining them. You can get the scoop and preview the upcoming seasons of your favorite television shows, while meeting your favorite characters and actors.

These are just a few of the many great panels and shows that are attending Comic-Con International this year. If you have a badge or not, there are still many ways you can enjoy this annual convention. You can click here to learn about how you can enjoy the convention without a coveted badge.

San Diego Fireworks

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The Fourth of July is almost here! San Diego has some of the best fireworks in the United States, so we can not wait to watch them on Saturday. However, where is the best place to watch the fireworks this fourth? There are so many options throughout the city that are close to your home at Ariva Apartments.  Keep reading to decide where you will spend your Fourth of July in San Diego.

Big Bay Boom Fireworks Show

The biggest event in San Diego is the Big Bay Boom Fireworks Show. This is the 15th year for San Diego's largest Fourth of July event. The fireworks are discharged from the San Diego Day off four barges. The show begins at 9 p.m., and lasts for about 18 minutes. You can hear music by listening to radio stations 105.7 FM and 1090 AM that is broadcast to go with the fireworks.  To find out the best locations to watch this show, go to their website bigbayboom.com.

Escondido's 52nd Independence Day Festival and Fireworks

Grab a picnic basket and head to Grape Day Park's annual Independence Day Celebration. This festival is sponsored by the California Center for the Arts. 20,000 people are expected to head to the park to enjoy live entertainment, food, music and more. The festival ends with a performance by the 1st Marine Division Band of Camp Pendleton, followed by fireworks at 9pm.

Coronado Independence Day Celebration

Do you want to escape the city for this Fourth of July? You can take the ferry from downtown San Diego to Coronado. There are festivities all day starting with a run/walk at 7am. You can also enjoy an art show, parade, music and more at this all day celebration. The celebrations end with a 9pm Fireworks Display over Glorietta Bay with it being simulcast on radio station 96.5 FM.

These are just three of the many great celebrations that are happening in and around San Diego. Plan ahead to get a great spot for these all day festivals. Do you have a favorite Fourth of July spot, comment with your plans on our Facebook Page!

San Diego Essentials

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It does not matter if you have lived in San Diego for years or if this is your first month, there are certain places every San Diego resident should visit.  These essentials are important for tourists and residents alike in learning about this gorgeous city. These places include historic sites, attractions and new updated businesses. Many of these locations are close to your home at Ariva Apartments. Keep reading to see what essentials you need to visit soon.

New Attractions

A brand new nine story public library opened in downtown San Diego in 2013. This gorgeous structure is made up of glass and steel between the indoor and outdoor spaces. This library includes a three story reading room that gives you a perfect view of the Coronado bridge. This library along with Petco Park has given downtown San Diego a new life. Shops, cafes and attractions have opened throughout the downtown neighborhood.

Another attraction in San Diego is the open-air fish market at Seaport Village every Saturday.  You can purchase all of your favorite fish including their catch of the day for your weekly meals.  Make sure to visit even if you are not purchasing, it is interesting to watch the industry that once made San Diego famous.

Classic Attractions

Coronado is the perfect place to visit and take a step back in time. This bike-friendly area feels like you have traveled back to the 1950s.  The Hotel Del Coronado is famous for being a location in Marilyn Monroe's movie "Some Like It Hot".  Travel back in time and visit this gorgeous beach town with a great story to tell.

Balboa Park is perhaps one of the most famous parks in San Diego. This park is 1,200 acres and it is sometimes compared to Central park in New York City.  It is even home to another "San Diego Essential".  The San Diego Zoo in Balboa Park is celebrating its 100th anniversary.  Make sure to visit these classic attractions this summer in San Diego.

These are just some of the great attractions and historic locations that you should visit when visiting or living in San Diego. What is your favorite "San Diego Essential"? Comment below this post on our Facebook page.

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Father's Day in San Diego

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Father’s Day is this Sunday June 21st. Many people rack their brain on what to get their father or where to take them. However, San Diego has many Father’s Day events for all different interests. Before you plan your special day with your dad, read our blog to learn about all of these great events close to Ariva Apartments.

Progressive Insurance San Diego International Boat Show: June 18-21, 2015

This weekend is the Progressive Insurance San Diego International Boat Show.  Take your Dad to check out the best boats and marine accessories for his summer weekends in the water. You can also have some fun with the many activities the boat show has to offer. You and your dad can take a chance with stand up paddle boarding or try to learn to sail on the sailing simulator. If you are hungry after all of the great boats you got to explore, make sure to grab a bite at the many food options the Boat Show has to offer. Click the link above to learn more about this annual event.

Airshow San Diego: June 20 & 21, 2015

Maybe boats are not your thing. Then, take your Dad to check out Airshow San Diego this weekend. Classic cars and vintage aircrafts are on display for you to see. The event is this Saturday and Sunday at Gillespie Field in El Cajon. Finally, make sure to look up into the sky to see some vintage and current aircraft fly above your head throughout the airshow. 

Brats and Beer on the Bay

This Saturday from 11am-3pm go to Brats and Beer on the Bay with your Father. You can enjoy a nice lunch with your dad before heading to the Californian for a three hour excursion. This event fils up fast so make sure to buy your tickets before Saturday.

These are just three of the many Father’s Day events happening this weekend around San Diego. To see some other options for your Father’s Day weekend, make sure to visit KPBS.org. We hope you have a wonderful Father’s Day weekend!