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    People walk along a paved path at San Diego Botanic Garden under blue skies and sunshine in December.

    San Diego in December: Weather, Events, Things to Do, & Insider Tips

    What San Diego in December is like. I live here and share tips for the weather, holiday events, what to pack, things to do, and hotels.

    A guest ice skates in front of Hotel del Coronado in November.

    Hotel del Coronado Christmas & Holiday Events + My Stay Review

    I skated, built gingerbread houses, saw every Christmas tree, stayed overnight, and booked in countless clients during the 2025 holidays at Hotel del Coronado. Here’s the event list and my insider’s take on everything.

    Guests ride the San Diego Zoo guided bus tour through the park.

    San Diego CityPASS: 12 Reasons to Buy, Best Price & FAQs

    Why CityPASS San Diego might be the best sightseeing pass for your vacation. Learn what it includes and how to use it.

    The San Diego Air and Space Museum at Balboa Park is participating in February's Museum Month where tickets are half-off.

    San Diego Air & Space Museum: Highlights, Tickets & Tips

    What to know before visiting the San Diego Air & Space Museum including how to buy tickets, insider tips, not to miss highlights and more.

    Mission Pacific outdoor swimming pool

    Mission Pacific Hotel Oceanside: Review & How to Book VIP

    Learn why Mission Pacific is one of my favorite Oceanside hotels and why you’d book with Hyatt Prive benefits for extra value.

    A red card on display at San Diego Automotive Museum.

    San Diego Automotive Museum: Highlights, Tips & Tickets

    What to know before visiting the San Diego Automotive Museum including how to buy tickets, insider tips, not to miss highlights and more.

    Things to Do in Balboa Park: San Diego Model Railroad Museum

    San Diego Model Railroad Museum: Highlights, Tickets & Tips

    What to know before visiting the San Diego Model Railroad Museum including how to buy tickets, insider tips, not to miss highlights and more.

    Screenshot of a Hotel del Coronado Virtuoso page

    Your Guide to Booking Hotels with VIP Benefits on Virtuoso.com

    Learn how to use my Virtuoso.com site to book hotels with extra benefits and what to expect during and after the process.

    A Ferris Wheel at Valleyfair

    How to Buy Discount Valleyfair Tickets: 10 Cheap Ways

    Only reliable ways to save on Valleyfair and Soak City Waterpark tickets, so you don’t waste time on coupons and promo codes that don’t work.

    Two small water slides at the Park Hyatt Aviara pool.

    8 Best Hyatt Hotels in San Diego Our Readers and Clients Book Most

    My top picks for Hyatt hotels in San Diego include one of our best luxury resorts, three beachfront options, and downtown hotels.

    Aerial view of Kings Pond

    Four Seasons Resort Hualalai Review & How to Book VIP

    Everything to know about Four Seasons Hualalai including how to book in with extra perks at no additional cost.

    A turtle at SeaWorld and elephant at San Diego Zoo collage.

    San Diego Zoo vs. SeaWorld San Diego: Which Is Best to Visit?

    Learn whether SeaWorld San Diego or San Diego Zoo is the best for your vacation if you can only choose one theme park. I have memberships to both.