Are you a fan of ocean activities or a true art lover? What do you do to relax? Spend a day at the beach, swimming and getting tanned, or maybe you’d rather admire some creative, fresh art pieces? At Laguna Beach, a small quaint town south of Los Angeles, you don’t have to choose. An amazing stretch of coastline and beautiful cliff top settings are natural gifts of this city. They called thousands of artists throughout the years and now Laguna Beach can boast with dozens of art galleries and renowned art festivals. The exquisite atmosphere wouldn’t have been complete without the high number of classy boutiques, where you find everything from seashell chandeliers to wind chimes. Go to the beach: and you’ll find heaven It goes without saying that the seven miles of amazing sandy beaches are a thrill for any beachgoer. Many tourists like to go for a swim and soak up the sun. But surfing on California’s best waves and diving into the magical underwater world are also common activities among visitors and locals. And we’ll share a little local secret with you: try the 1000 steps beach. You’ll feel as if you rented your own beach. It is true that climbing up and down the 200+ steps can be a bit difficult. But the gorgeous empty beach is very rewarding, we assure you. Laguna Beach Artwalk: FREE art, music, drinks and friends Every first Thursday of each month is Open Studios Day in Laguna Beach. If you are an art lover, this event is custom made for you. But even if you are just an amateur, we are sure you’ll enjoy the event. Artists are onsite and very fun to talk to. They usually tell interesting stories about their work so you’ll get valuable insights. Above all, almost all galleries offer free wine and other drinks, free snacks & live music. Take the Artwalk and feel the great artistic vibe! Dolphin and Whale Watching Safari: have you ever kissed a dolphin? From tens of dolphins and cute baby dolphins jumping in and out of water to majestic Blue Whales, you’ll get to admire the most amazing creatures of the marine world. After seeing bottlenose dolphins, Gray Whales, Humpback Whales, Orca Whales, this ocean adventure will become your favorite excursion and you’ll come back every year to meet your marine friends. Laguna Culinary Classes: become a gourmet professional and impress your friends and family It’s fun and educative. You explore different culinary styles and techniques and learn to prepare delicious menus. Only top notch ingredients are used and the best part is that you can take the food home. If you are a wine lover, you’ll surely like Wine Basics course or Food & Wine Pairing classes. Wouldn’t it be nice to go home after your relaxing holiday and be a pro in pairing wine with your favorite dishes? Eva’s – a Caribbean Kitchen: where awesome meets fresh and tasty Of course, the rum: sugar cane rum, vanilla rum, mango rum. And any kind of Caribbean cocktails based on rum you can think of for a tipsy fun time. But beyond this, the fish here is really fresh, the jerk pork is mind-blowing and the Callaloo soup (made with okra, coconut milk, clam and lobster base) will definitely become the favorite dish of seafood lovers.

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Ever wanted to live in the 20's and experience the rush of going underground to party? You might be interested in San Diego speakeasies.

  Gas Lamp Speakeasy Located on 708 4th Ave in San Diego, and open every  night after 8:00 pm, this speakeasy boasts nightly entertainment of Jazz and Blues and carries a 1920's old time vibe. Providing food from Henneseys next door and hand crafted cocktails, this bar is sure to impress you. The website states that the house rules are; No Religion, No Politics, If you want to approach a lady, you should do so with a drink, Booths are for communal seating, and if you want a fancy cocktail, it's going to take a minute so be patient. When it comes to San Diego speakeasies, this one is a classic.

Source: yelp.com Prohibition If you are looking for a genuine speakeasy vibe, look no further than Prohibition. With a decoy store front doubling as a Law Office, you can enter through the secret door at 548 5th Ave in San Diego on a first come first serve basis Thursday through Saturday after 7:00 pm. Starting at 9:30 is the live entertainment, and in suit with other 1920's themed bars there are a few strictly enforced house rules: no cell phones at the bar, no parties larger than six, drink with an open mind, no unsolicited advances on female patrons, and the dress code strictly enforced (collared shirts for men, no athletic shoes, no sandals, no shorts, and no ball caps). As for San Diego speakeasies, this one will make you feel classy!

Source: sandiegoblog.com   Noble Experiment  Another speakeasy with a secret entrance, this one is probably the hardest to notice or find. Hidden behind a wall of faux beer barrels in the back of The Neighborhood restaurant at 777 G St in San Diego. With even the most secretive of sites, you click on a key to place a reservation and must use one to get in on the night of in order to experience the entertainment and customized drinks made my "mixologists". Word is, the Dealer's Choice is the regular favorite. If you are looking for the most secretive of San Diego speakeasies, come here for a good time.

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