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What is the most romantic spot in San Diego, California?
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Seaport Village is nice for a date, but the fact is, it's a tourist location and everything there costs money. I feel that San Diego is full of romantic places that don't cost anything to visit.
Why not take a walk through Balboa Park in the late afternoon/early evening? There are lots of beautiful gardens and fountains and the buildings themselves are gorgeous, especially when they're lit up in the evenings. All of that is free (and there is plenty of free parking all over the park) but you could spend money if you wanted to by visiting one of the museums, seeing a play at the Old Globe Theatre, or eating in one of the restaurants (The Prado is a personal favorite of mine--they have a great happy hour). And it's definitely romantic--Balboa Park is incredibly popular for both weddings and wedding photos.
Another choice is Sunset Cliffs, which is located between Ocean Beach and Point Loma. The views are spectacular anytime of day, but as you can probably guess from the name, it's especially breathtaking at sunset. It can get crowded at that time of day, so plan on getting there well before sunset to make sure you have a place to park. You can sit in your car and watch the sunset, but it's nice to bring a few blankets and snuggle up right on the cliffs. Another popular place for wedding/engagement photos, and I've actually witnessed proposals here, too!
Why not take a walk through Balboa Park in the late afternoon/early evening? There are lots of beautiful gardens and fountains and the buildings themselves are gorgeous, especially when they're lit up in the evenings. All of that is free (and there is plenty of free parking all over the park) but you could spend money if you wanted to by visiting one of the museums, seeing a play at the Old Globe Theatre, or eating in one of the restaurants (The Prado is a personal favorite of mine--they have a great happy hour). And it's definitely romantic--Balboa Park is incredibly popular for both weddings and wedding photos.
Another choice is Sunset Cliffs, which is located between Ocean Beach and Point Loma. The views are spectacular anytime of day, but as you can probably guess from the name, it's especially breathtaking at sunset. It can get crowded at that time of day, so plan on getting there well before sunset to make sure you have a place to park. You can sit in your car and watch the sunset, but it's nice to bring a few blankets and snuggle up right on the cliffs. Another popular place for wedding/engagement photos, and I've actually witnessed proposals here, too!
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I grew up in San Diego and lived there for most of my life.
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I have to vote for Seaport Village in San Diego. There is just so much there.
FANCY YACHTS
Starting at the south end, meander by and ogle all those fancy yachts. Then see who can find the most romantically named yacht. “My Darling”, “Getaway” and “Lovers Loft” are all great possibilities. And ask your sweetie where she would like to go if she could go anywhere in the world. This is the stuff of dreams.
FASCINATING SHOPS
Next wander through some fascinating little shops. It doesn’t cost a penny to browse, and many of them are surprisingly inexpensive. There is
· A palace filled with mystical crystal pieces to wish upon;
· Tropical wear for guys and gals and little’uns ;
· Authentic, elegant silver and turquoise pieces;
· Luxury bath items (have one custom made for custom sweetheart);
· Scandinavian treasures;
· Books, fancy and fanciful;
· Beautiful jewels, both real and unreal;
· Christmas memories, any time of the year;
· Music boxes to set your heart in a flurry;
· A beer store for the guy in your life;
· A hat store to look chic or silly.
· Animals of all sorts to keep your honey company when you are away.
… and lots more. Over 50 unique little stores altogether. And lots of little munchie places, and super restaurants too.
PERFECT PICNICS AND FLYING HIGH
Right smack in the middle is the San Diego Marina Park, a lovely park perfect for picnics and flying kites.
I took my sweetie to the Park a few days ago. I was thrilled to find the Poppy Picnic Table, just sitting there waiting for us. It really is all decorated with California poppies in bright golds and yellows, with painted seats just right for us two.
After lunch we visited some people from Denver who were flying kites. They were kind enough to let us try out the strings and feel the tug at our heartstrings too.
A ROMANTIC HORSE DRAWN CARRIAGE
As we were leaving the San Diego Marina Park, a horse drawn carriage came by, with personally guided tours through the Gaslamp District of San Diego. This was just too romantic to pass up. No, this is not free, but it is not expensive either.
ROMANTIC CRUISE SHIPS
Feeling refreshed, we continued on. Next is the San Diego harbor area for cruise ships, and there was one there on our afternoon. We dreamed of faraway places as we hopped onto a harbor cruise. The cool ocean breezes wafted by.
FUN RICKSHAWS
My sweetie was feeling a bit tired when we got back, so we hopped onto one of those little rickshaws that college boys drive. These are delightful bicycle-driven carriages for two. Ours was decorated like a leopard. Personally, I thought a lion decoration would be more tasteful, but we took it anyhow.
MAI TAIS AND SUNSETS
The leopard-rickshaw took up back up to the restaurant area, where we sat with a mai tai and watched the sun go down over the blue Pacific. What a sunset.
As the lights in Harbor Village began to twinkle on, we decided to call it a day. But we will be back. Soon.
ps -- One more thing: The carousel! Who can't feel a flight of fancy with painted ponies flying by.
FANCY YACHTS
Starting at the south end, meander by and ogle all those fancy yachts. Then see who can find the most romantically named yacht. “My Darling”, “Getaway” and “Lovers Loft” are all great possibilities. And ask your sweetie where she would like to go if she could go anywhere in the world. This is the stuff of dreams.
FASCINATING SHOPS
Next wander through some fascinating little shops. It doesn’t cost a penny to browse, and many of them are surprisingly inexpensive. There is
· A palace filled with mystical crystal pieces to wish upon;
· Tropical wear for guys and gals and little’uns ;
· Authentic, elegant silver and turquoise pieces;
· Luxury bath items (have one custom made for custom sweetheart);
· Scandinavian treasures;
· Books, fancy and fanciful;
· Beautiful jewels, both real and unreal;
· Christmas memories, any time of the year;
· Music boxes to set your heart in a flurry;
· A beer store for the guy in your life;
· A hat store to look chic or silly.
· Animals of all sorts to keep your honey company when you are away.
… and lots more. Over 50 unique little stores altogether. And lots of little munchie places, and super restaurants too.
PERFECT PICNICS AND FLYING HIGH
Right smack in the middle is the San Diego Marina Park, a lovely park perfect for picnics and flying kites.
I took my sweetie to the Park a few days ago. I was thrilled to find the Poppy Picnic Table, just sitting there waiting for us. It really is all decorated with California poppies in bright golds and yellows, with painted seats just right for us two.
After lunch we visited some people from Denver who were flying kites. They were kind enough to let us try out the strings and feel the tug at our heartstrings too.
A ROMANTIC HORSE DRAWN CARRIAGE
As we were leaving the San Diego Marina Park, a horse drawn carriage came by, with personally guided tours through the Gaslamp District of San Diego. This was just too romantic to pass up. No, this is not free, but it is not expensive either.
ROMANTIC CRUISE SHIPS
Feeling refreshed, we continued on. Next is the San Diego harbor area for cruise ships, and there was one there on our afternoon. We dreamed of faraway places as we hopped onto a harbor cruise. The cool ocean breezes wafted by.
FUN RICKSHAWS
My sweetie was feeling a bit tired when we got back, so we hopped onto one of those little rickshaws that college boys drive. These are delightful bicycle-driven carriages for two. Ours was decorated like a leopard. Personally, I thought a lion decoration would be more tasteful, but we took it anyhow.
MAI TAIS AND SUNSETS
The leopard-rickshaw took up back up to the restaurant area, where we sat with a mai tai and watched the sun go down over the blue Pacific. What a sunset.
As the lights in Harbor Village began to twinkle on, we decided to call it a day. But we will be back. Soon.
ps -- One more thing: The carousel! Who can't feel a flight of fancy with painted ponies flying by.
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