This time of the season comes with fun activities and
holiday shopping. It also comes with a few natural gifts you may not find
anywhere else. The beaches contain a few pearls of nature’s artistic handiwork
on full display. The best part about the show is that it is free. You may want
to consider walking along Coronado beach, grabbing a bit to eat, and enjoying
some of the other activities in the area.
Hotel del Coronado was built as a resort in 1888 and was
pronounced a historic landmark 1977 (1).
Over the holiday season it hosts a beach front ice skating rink, carolers, and
many other historical activities. This is their 125 year of holiday
celebrations. Visitors can walk along the beach front, grab a beverage in their
bar, or order something to eat in the restaurant. It has been a favorite of
stars and movies since 1920 (2).
During our evening trip we drove a few miles from Coronado
Beach to the San Diego Bay Parade of Lights. Around 80 ships line up for
display and make their way around the bay (3). People line the pier and other hot spots on the
waterfront to watch the ships slowly cruise through. Some have Santa on them,
others elves, and yet others have a whole tropical Christmas theme.
