California’s Most Chill Coastal City! Instantly Captivated 🌴

If you love sunshine, beaches, cute animals, and a sense of history—San Diego absolutely deserves a spot on your travel list! 🇺🇸 San Diego is rich in history, originally inhabited by Native Americans, later ruled by Spain and Mexico, and finally becoming U.S. territory. This multicultural fusion is deeply reflected in the city’s landscapes and daily life. 🌟 Must-Visit Attractions 🌟 📍 Victory Kiss & USS Midway Museum ✨ A super classic landmark! The “Victory Kiss” sculpture is right next to the museum. 📸 Be sure to climb onto the deck of the USS Midway aircraft carrier! So many fighter jets to photograph, and you can even listen to veterans’ stories—truly inspiring! 🎫 Ticket: $26/person (recommended to book in advance on the official website) ⏰ Duration: 2–3 hours 🚢 Bay Cruise—A Super Worthwhile Experience! 👉 Highly recommend a boat tour of San Diego Bay! 🚤 The tour includes guided commentary, passing by the naval base, Coronado Bridge, and offering distant views of the USS Midway and the downtown skyline. This time, I was lucky enough to see the U.S.’s most advanced stealth aircraft carrier! 💰 Around $30 per person for a 1-hour tour. The sea breeze feels amazing, and the photos turn out gorgeous! 🏨 I stayed at the Westin—the tickets were complimentary! Remember to apply sunscreen; the temperature may not be high, but the UV rays are strong. 🚗 Drive to the Victory Kiss sculpture—there’s affordable parking nearby. 🦭 La Jolla Beach · Get Up Close with Seals! Who can resist?! Seals and sea lions lazily sunbathe on the rocks here 😍 📍 Navigate to La Jolla Cove, 1100 Coast Boulevard Park for free along the coast where you find a spot. ⚠️ Remember to keep your distance and not disturb them! 🌅 Watching the sunset here in the evening is absolutely romantic! Highly recommended. 💐 Balboa Park｜Step into Spain This place is a free paradise for photography! 🏛️ Vintage Spanish architecture, fountains, gardens… Every shot feels like a masterpiece! The park also houses over a dozen museums and the San Diego Zoo 🐘—worth spending half a day exploring slowly. 📸 Must-photograph spots: Lily Pond and California Tower! 🌮 Old Town Mexican Heritage District Transport yourself to Mexico in an instant! 🇲🇽 Colorful houses, handicraft shops, authentic tacos, and margaritas 🌯 🍽️ Recommend Cafe Coyote—their Mexican cuisine is super authentic! Around $60 for two people is more than enough. We ordered too much and even had leftovers to take away. 🎵 Weekend live band performances make the atmosphere lively! — 📌 Practical Tips 👗 Outfits: It’s windy by the sea, so bring a jacket and a sun hat! 🚗 Transportation: Recommended to take a taxi or drive between attractions—parking is relatively convenient. 🍴 Food: Besides Mexican cuisine, the seafood in Little Italy is also fantastic! 📅 Recommended duration: 2–3 days for a more relaxed experience. #Travel #USA #SanDiego #California #CaliforniaTravel #Foodie #Beach #RomanticDestinations #MyTravelGuide #SeasideGetaway