Spa sanctuaries, superlative shopping, beachfront dining,
late-night dancing, wine tasting and more—San Diego
has it all for your next girlfriend getaway.
Girls’ Getaway
STAY
For oceanfront digs, check into
Tower 23 (723 Felspar St.), a
sleek retreat and study in white,
located in pulsing Pacific Beach.
Settle into the downtown scene
with a stay at chic Hotel Z (521
Sixth Ave.) where guests are
welcomed with cupcakes and
coffee and a fleet of bright yellow
bicycles. Cool off in the rooftop
pool at Andaz San Diego (600 F
St.) and then enjoy the cabanas
and cityscape views. Kona Kai
Resort & Spa (1551 Shelter Island
Drive) sports a fun pool scene,
tiki bar, dockside dining, a private beach with fire pits and a
divine spa. Grab a paddleboard
or kayak and cruise through the
yacht-filled marina at sunset.
EAT
After some retail therapy at Fash-
ion Valley mall, hit True Food
Kitchen (7007 Friars Road) for
healthy gourmet eats like kale
guacamole or a smoked turkey
wrap, with plenty of vegan, veg-
etarian and gluten-free options
as well. Cafe Chloe (721 Ninth
Ave.) is a cozy French bistro in the
East Village, perfect for moules
frites and gem salads. Hit happy
hour at The Lion’s Share (629
Kettner Blvd.) to experience some
of the city’s most innovative craft
cocktails and creative appetizers
like truffle and prosciutto deviled
eggs. There’s always a party going
on at The Field Irish Pub (544
Fifth Ave.) a lively Gaslamp spot
for authentic Irish eats, pints and
live music. Brooklyn Girl (4033
Goldfinch St.) is a boho-chic neigh-
borhood eatery for beet salads,
shrimp tacos, and wood-fired
pizzas. The colorful and always
festive Hacienda Casa Blanca
Mexican Restaurant & Cantina
(700 N. Johnson Ave.) in El Cajon
calls for frothy margaritas and
ceviche tostadas.
PLAY
Glide across the bay with
your own private captain on a
Seaforth power boat or motor
SCENIC SIPPING
TEMECULA VALLEY WINERIES
Temecula Valley has more than 30 vineyards for tastings and tours. Here are a few favorites.
Monte De Oro Winery
This stylish winery
specializes in red wine aged
in French oak and offers
a nice bistro menu. Sit
and sip on the patio while
enjoying live music and
panoramic views.
35820 Rancho
California Road
Ponte Winery
This country retreat crushes
it with 300 acres of grapes,
a snazzy tasting room and
marketplace for gourmet
gifts, alfresco dining in
flowering gardens and a
charming boutique hotel.
35053 Rancho
California Road
Avensole Winery
At this sprawling estate you
can sip vintage wines, nibble
on cheese and charcuterie
on the patio by the pond, and
enjoy live music and painting
classes on the weekend.
34567 Rancho
California Road
Foot Path Winery
This quaint, family-owned
vineyard and organic farm
makes only red wine and
offers tastings in their
metal barn.
36650 Glen Oaks Road
For more information, go to
visittemeculavalley.com
Tower 23
yacht ( seaforthboatrental.com) for a day on the water with
your BFFs. Catch a flick, along with dinner, drinks and
dessert, at The Lot (7611 Fay Ave. and 2620 Truxtun Road),
luxury theaters in La Jolla and Liberty Station. Or if you’re
in the mood for edgy live theater, head to the San Diego
Rep ( 79 Horton Plaza), housed in the Lyceum downtown.
