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The Magic Castle
Literally no idea when I first became aware of The Magid castle, but I can guarantee it had something to do with Neil Patrick Harris. My NPH had once been The President of The Magic Castle, so when I first started researching my 2019 trip, I looked it up. So here’s the thing, The Castle…
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Walk to Naval Base
Coronado Island is not only famous for Hotel Del, but also the home of the Naval Base that trains the Navy Seals. I setout on the mile and half walk to the entry to the naval base and took in the gorgeous houses and aircraft flying over.
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The Grounds
There are not enough words to discuss all that is Hotel Del Coronado. The grounds, restaurants, beach, you name it, and it is amazing!
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Ice House Museum and Tour
I love a tour… I love learning about places, and when presented with the Ice House Tour, I knew I wanted in! . The walking tour began in what was once the Hotel Del’s Ice House and as the name denotes is now a museum. A small group and I then spent the morning meandering…
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Inside Hotel Del
There is so much to do and see here! First, my room was nicely sized and incredibly comfortable. Every turn has a new alcove, I found Kate Morgan’s room, there’s tons of shopping with est. 1888 practically being a museum as well as a being a unique gift shop.
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Hotel del Coronado
You will find iconic images at every turn at this famous hotel. Every room is unique and full of character. Nicknamed, Hotel del, roaming the grounds felt like I was in a different time.
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Hotel Del Coronado
This is not some ordinary hotel…it is an experience! Although now a Curio Collection by Hilton, this hotel holds an enormous amount of history and worth all the money I spent on the most expensive night in a hotel I have ever booked. If you want to do this I suggest you become a Hilton…
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The Madonna Inn
When I was looking for a hotel for a night between Big Sur and LA, I stumbled upon The Madonna Inn in San Luis Obispo. I had actually read up on it and driven past it during my 2019 trip, but NOTHING prepared me for my stay. To be honest, I was prepared for a…
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The Pine Inn, Carmel
If you know anything about seventh grade Stephanie, you know I loved two things more than anything: a boy whose eye I never caught and Danielle Steel books. Summer’s End setting was at times in Carmel by the Sea. Deanna meets Ben in front of his beach house. Walking the beach, I looked for the…
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The Magic Castle Hotel
After walking through the lobby of The Magic Castle Hotel, you are instantly transported onto the set of Melrose Place. Seriously, this place was once an LA apartment complex that looks just like you’d imagine, but it is so much more. Truly magical with complimentary snacks, ice cream, soda, and even a popsicle hotline. Oh,…
