THE NEARBY HOLIDAY GETAWAY: Just a winding bridge away from San Diego lies the ultimate nearby holiday getaway for Orange Countians. Whether you want to ditch out on the family gathering, or transplant the holiday celebrations an hour or so South, Coronado Island is the perfect destination. Think of it as something in between Mayberry and
BeverlyHills. World class dining, gorgeous panorama views of the city, rich history, lavish resorts, ample patriotism and even more abundant down home hospitality makeup the tiny island. Here’s where to stay, what to eat, and what fun you can have on Coronado during this holiday season.
WHERE TO STAY LOEWS CORONADO BAY
www.loewshotels.com/Coronado-Bay-Resort
One of 18 unique luxury hotels in the Loews Hotels family, this location has just been completely remodeled using contemporary chic decor and design. The update is just in time for the holidays, when Loews takes cheer to a new level. Among the festivities, 12 unique performances by local bands and entertainment acts, each correlating somehow to the classic “The Twelve Days of Christmas” song. Loews resort was built with an all-inclusive stay in mind. It will be hard to find an excuse to leave, between the gondola rides captained by Santa and the elves, the boat rentals, the tennis courts, the Kids Club and Teen Lounge, and the award winning French restaurant, Mistral, spearheaded by a Master Chef of France. Situated right on the Bay, you’ll have the perfect view of the Annual San Diego Bay Parade of Lights. Did we mention Loews is pet friendly? They even have gourmet room service menus for cats and dogs.
HOTEL DEL CORONADO www.hoteldel.com
Perhaps the most iconic hotel on Coronado Island, is the Hotel del Coronado. Built in 1888, you’ll know it by its grand, Victorian red turrets. It has a storied past. It was the backdrop for Marilyn Monroe movie Some Like It Hot, and has been visited by celebrities, presidents, princes - they even have a resident ghost. You can feel the regal past in the rich wood interior of the resort. Brunch in the lavish Crown Room is not to be missed! Accommodations offered include recently remodeled rooms, or a more private stay at one of the Del’s Beach cottages or villas. Home of the first electrically lighted outdoor
Loews Coronado Bay
Christmas tree in 1904, the Del continues to raise the standard for holiday celebrations on the island, with cookie decoration, holiday crafts for kids, scav hunts, family s’more roasts, and even ice skating by the sea.
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CORONADO ISLAND MARRIOTT RESORT
www.coronadoresortmarriott.com
GLORIETTA BAY INN www.gloriettabayinn.com
This beautiful and quaint boutique hotel is based out of the former mansion/home of San Diego legend John Dietrich Spreckels, a major figure behind the Hotel Del and Coronado Island’s early development. The hotel offers rooms inside the estate, or on an adjoining contemporary wing of the property. Located just steps from the Del and downtown, it’s the ideal location to take
Situated right next door to the Coronado Ferry Landing, a charming collection of shops, art galleries, fine restaurants and casual eateries, this contemporary sophisticated property offers all the amenities with a spa, great restaurants in house, and a fabulous waterfront location. Coronado Island Marriott Resort is also home to a large flamingo pond, the region’s only flamingos outside of the San Diego Zoo and Safari Park!
GORJANA & GRIFFIN BAGS AND ACCESSORIES www.gorjana-griffin.com
Thompson Jewelry Organizer (around $106) and the Griffin Weekender bag (around $395) are great gifts for the stylish travelers in your life.
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