subject: San Diego Beaches...a Way Of Life [print this page] In San Diego, beaches are a way of lifeIn San Diego, beaches are a way of life. Miles and miles of sandy, sun-kissed beaches enhance the beauty of this stunningly beautiful city. In fact San Diego and beaches are inseparable. Beaches are much more than a place to swim, dive and to sunbathe. They are a source of pride and joy for San Diego residents and a key tourist attraction for visitors on a San Diego beach vacation. There are a number of beaches which dot the San Diego coastline such as
Coronado Beach
Mission Beach
Del Mar City Beach
Blacks Beach
Pacific Beach
La Jolla Cove
Cardiff State Beach
Boneyard Beach
Windansea Beach
Moonlight Beach
Imperial Beach
Ocean Beach Dog Beach
With miles and miles of sandy beaches, it is difficult to pick a favorite. Here is a list of few extremely popular and gorgeous San Diego beaches:
Mission Beach
Lies between Mission Bay to the east and Pacific Beach to the north, Mission Beach is one of the most popular beaches for both locals as well as tourists. If you are planning to come on a California beach vacations especially in summers, make it a point to visit Mission Beach. Large number of people come here in summers to get a breathtaking view of the mid-summer sunset. And it is assured you will not forget watching the mid-summer sunset melting into the horizon even after you vacation to San Diego is over. Besides this, for people who are crazy about adventurous sports, Mission Beach is a paradise. It is a place of endless activities ranging from surfing, diving, swimming, and even hiking and running. The boardwalk at Mission Beach is where all the action takes place. You will find the place breaming cyclists, joggers, strollers and lots more.
Pacific Beach
Immensely popular among youngsters for its rocking nightlife, Pacific Beach is nestled between Mission Beach in the south and La Jolla in the north. Lovingly called as PB by the local people here, Pacific Beach boasts of a wide range of cafes, restaurants, bars, pubs, and lounges. If you are not into drinking or partying, go for roller blading, surfing or play beach volleyball.
Coronado Beach
Located on the ocean side of Coronado Island, Coronado Beach is an ideal place to spend a day relaxing and sunbathing under a big umbrella. Take a stroll on the golden sand, fly kites, play volleyball, build sand castles or shop. In order to enjoy the beaches fully, it is advisable to go for a San Diego lodging from where beaches are located nearby so that you don't have difficulty in commuting.
In case you are on a limited budget, you don't need to stay in a cheap San Diego hotel. There are various good budget hotels which offer amazing San Diego packages, and California vacation packages. Some beaches are great for adventurous water activities, some are known for a magnificent view of sunset, some are best for biking and running and so on. In short, no matter what interests you, be assured San Diego beaches offer something for everyone and anyone.
