The Sitterwise Blog

Tips, guides & San Diego fun.

Family travel advice, hotel features, date night ideas, and more from the team that’s been caring for San Diego families since 1981.

If you haven't been down to San Diego's downtown waterfront lately, here's your sign. Starting March 1, 2026, three of the city's most...

Books

Superbook first came out in 1981, when I was 6. I don’t remember ever seeing it at that time, but I was fascinated...

Crafts

From Donna K, our resident toys-and-games expert, who recently went digging on Pinterest.com for some fun new ideas! Though I have......

San Diego Fun

San Diego is well-known for its major amusement parks – the World Famous San Diego Zoo, Sea World, Legoland, the Safari Park –...

San Diego Hotels

Looking for a place to stay over the holidays where you can totally immerse yourself in the seasonal experience? Look no further than......

Crafts

I call them pipe cleaners, but I hear that, these days, it is more politically correct to refer to them as chenille sticks....

San Diego Hotels

You will find luxury in the heart of San Diego at the US Grant Hotel. Situated in the beautiful Gaslamp Quarter, this hotel...

San Diego Hotels

It’s starting to get cooler outside, and you might need a place to get all warm and cozy. The Lodge at Torrey Pines...

San Diego Hotels

Getting the most out of San Diego is a breeze at the Paradise Point hotel. From amusement park rides to whale watching, Paradise...

San Diego Hotels

The Loews Coronado Bay Resort is ranked one of Parents magazines “10 best beach resorts for families.” I can tell you from personal...

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