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San Diego Museums Beyond the Usual Spots

San Diego Family Guide San Diego Museums Beyond the Usual Spots Five hands-on places where kids can climb, build, and ask a hundred...

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The 3 O’Clock Problem: A San Diego Back-to-School Guide

San Diego Family Guide The First Bell Rings Monday San Diego Unified is back August 10. A little setup this weekend buys you...

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Back to School Countdown: Getting San Diego Kids Back on a Routine

San Diego Family Guide Back to School Countdown Earlier bedtimes, calmer mornings, and a routine everyone can actually live with — a few...

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San Diego Splash Pads: Where Families Cool Off This Summer

Free fountains, gentle bay water, and a few shady places to sit while the kids wear themselves out. San Diego summers are gentle...

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Comic-Con with Kids (and a Little Time for the Grown-Ups)

Costumes on every corner, a convention center the size of a small city, and a plan that keeps everyone happy — including you....

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The Great San Diego Jellycat Hunt

Where to find Jellycat plushes in San Diego — Seaport Village, Geppetto's, Pigment, and a Julian day trip. A family outing guide from...
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How to Find a Babysitter in San Diego (Without Posting in a Facebook Mommy Group)

Date night is this week. You made the reservation weeks ago, and you’ve already rescheduled it twice just to get to this point....

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Less Planning. More Playing.

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Mom’s Day Out: The La Jolla Version

Book a sitter, phone a friend, and head to La Jolla. Shorehouse Kitchen, Jeff's Beach Burgers, and The Lot -- no kids required....
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Rave Reviews, San Diego Fun

Visiting the San Diego Zoo: A Well Rounded Experience for Families

Thousands of animals, wide open pathways, and a pace that works for every family — the San Diego Zoo is one of those...

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Discovering the San Diego Air & Space Museum: A Great Family Outing

Real aircraft, space history, and hands-on exhibits in the heart of Balboa Park — the San Diego Air & Space Museum is the...

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Why SeaWorld San Diego Is a Family Favorite

Marine life, thrill rides, and live shows all in one place — SeaWorld San Diego is the kind of day that keeps kids...

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Exploring the Reuben H. Fleet Science Center: A Fun Filled Day for Families

Finding activities that keep kids entertained while also offering something meaningful can make all the difference on a family trip. The Reuben H....

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