Sea lions at La Jolla Cove.

If you’ve landed here, you’re either planning a San Diego vacation or have just requested rates for a member of my portfolio of hotels.

This is the “start here” page. I share tips for saving money on theme park tickets, our top attractions, popular tours, how to get around, and general information that you’ll want to read to get a feel for a San Diego vacation. Stay tuned for sample itineraries as we are in the process of creating them.

(Hint: It’s pretty great.)

Save Money on Sightseeing

You don’t have to pay gate pricing at most of our best attractions. You can either buy a Go San Diego sightseeing pass or discount tickets a la carte.

Go City San Diego

By far, the most popular sightseeing pass for multiple attractions is the Go San Diego pass because you can choose All-Inclusive or Build-Your-Own. We have an exclusive 10% discount on All-Inclusive passes that can be applied here.

Discounted Southern California Theme Park Tickets

You don’t have to pay gate pricing. I’ve written tips for how to buy discount tickets for San Diego Zoo, San Diego Zoo Safari Park, SeaWorld San Diego, LEGOLAND California, Disneyland, Knott’s Berry Farm, and Six Flags Magic Mountain.

Tips for Planning San Diego Family Vacations

Bringing the kids or planning a multigenerational trip? We have everything you need to plan a perfect San Diego family vacation.

Our Most Popular Attractions

Maybe you think you know what there is to do here, but I assure you that there is more.

How to Get Around San Diego

A rental car is advised, but you can get around without one, if you insist.

Top Tours and Sightseeing

Get out on the water or on the road to see the best of San Diego.

San Diego Hotels

A few lists of the best San Diego hotels.