Nestled along the Pacific Ocean, Solana Beach welcomes you warmly with its sunshine and brilliant blue skies. This beautiful oceanside community, with its small-town charm, is the perfect year-round destination for fun in the sun. Well known for its gorgeous coastline and scenic beaches, this family-friendly community has something for everyone.
If spending a day soaking up the sun and surfing is your idea of paradise, then Solana Beach will not disappoint. Solana Beach surfers take surfing seriously. It is not only a sport but also an art and a way of life. Whether you are a professional, a beginning surfer, or even a voyeur, the nearly two miles of Solana beaches will be sure to captivate, challenge and inspire.
Solana Beach is also home to the 6th Annual Fiesta del Sol. This two day street festival is a wonderful experience for the entire family, celebrating the history and cultures of San Diego residents. Taking place August 13-14, 2011, at Cesar Chavez Park on the San Diego Bay, you will find authentic costumes, live music, delicious food and many vendor booths to peruse.
Enjoy an afternoon at the fabulous Farmer’s Market where you will find some of the best tasting organic vegetables and produce, as well as fragrant flowers, which are all grown locally. A delicious variety of juices, breads, pastries and chocolates are also available and make a tasty lunch. Be sure to visit the crafts area where you will find many beautiful items such as: handcrafted jewelry, clothing and gifts. Taking place every Sunday from 1-5 pm on Cedros Avenue, this is a delightful way to spend an afternoon.
Cedros Avenue is no Fifth Avenue by any means. Fifth Avenue cannot offer the unique pieces to lure you into the various shops and galleries along the way. Every doorway seems to a hold an experience unlike any other. Enjoy a wine you have never come across or make your way toward a fabulous piece for your bedroom, find something you would never find anywhere else. Explore all the wonder Cedros Avenue has to offer.
To enjoy what Solana Beach has to offer, opting for a summer rental is highly recommended. There is no better way to unwind after exploring the city of Solana. Imagine waking up to a breathtaking ocean view or sipping a beverage on a balcony just outside your bedroom. Solana Beach has everything in summer rentals. Vacationers can choose between villas, resort style, condominiums or townhouse, many of them just steps from the beach.
Overall, Solana Beach is a wonderful vacation with hidden gems, sunny beaches, friendly people, and a myriad of activities to choose. Come and join the fun.
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