Visiting North County San Diego and looking to surf? Watch out! What might start as a vacation activity can easily turn into a lifestyle. Next thing you know you will be saying, “Meet me at Nautical Bean Coffee Company at 6AM for Dawn Patrol” (surf lingo for surfing at sunrise). We will get more into surf lingo later, first things first, what board did you pack? If the board under...
Here’s Your Ultimate Guide to Making Your Vacation Rental Profitable If you’re looking to join the vacation rental bandwagon, your initial questions are likely to be: What is VRBO? How does VRBO work? Is it any different from Airbnb? Over the past few decades, the short-term rental market has grown in leaps and bounds. While travel rules and restrictions put travel and tourism industry activities to a screeching halt during...
Located between San Diego to the south and Orange County to the north, Carlsbad is steadily building its reputation as a major dining destination. State Street is a food-lover’s dream and is the main hub of the Village. Several new restaurants have recently popped up on this street and State Street is also home to the city’s Michelin-star restaurant. Read on for some of our favorite restaurants – old and...
If you have bought a property in San Diego and want to take advantage of the vacation rental market, you’ll be searching for the best Airbnb management company you can find. But if you have no experience in this area, you may not know how to whittle down the field of candidates to arrive at the perfect choice. So, how do you choose an Airbnb management company in San Diego...
San Diego’s coffee scene has exploded in the past few years, with more options than ever to satisfy that need for caffeine. We’ve put together a list of 10 of our favorite cafes in North County San Diego. You’ll find spots where you can slowly sip on some coffee while people watching, neighborhood favorites where you can grab a cup of joe to go and cafes where you can order...
San Diego is well known around the world for its craft beer but North County is particularly a great place to try the most amazing local brews. San Diego has the perfect climate and lifestyle to find the right time and occasion to visit a brewery. Read on for some of our favorite breweries to visit in North County San Diego. 1. Viewpoint Brewing Company 2201 San Dieguito Dr Suite...
Temecula is an over 160 years old winery region located just 40 miles north of San Diego. The first wine grape was planted by Spanish missionary Padres in Temecula in 1820. Fast forward to today and there are nearly 50 wineries in the region. Temecula is also known for its championship golf courses, and stunning scenic hot-air ballooning. With its short drive from San Diego, Temecula can make for a fun quick...
Sell or rent? Homeowners often face this question. If you own a home in San Diego, that you no longer use as your primary residence, or if it is an investment property, what should you do? Unfortunately, there’s no objectively right answer to this question. When it comes to selling vs renting, the final decision lies in where your financial situation is at that time, and how you wish to...
(Updated January 30, 2026) Legoland California is located in Carlsbad, California. The founders of Haustay are Carlsbad locals and as Carlsbad locals with little kids, we have been to Legoland many times. We want to help you navigate Legoland so you can make the most of your day. Gates open at 10:30 AM most days, now lets get started! 🚗 Parking at LEGOLAND California: Standard vs. Preferred As you pull...
A home is a huge asset, but a second home in which you don’t reside in can be an income producing asset. If you know how to rent out your house as a vacation rental, you can generate a steady source of passive income. However, how much you earn also depends on the condition in which you keep your vacation rental. There are several other factors that we will discuss...
Encinitas, located in North County San Diego, was recently named of the of the best surf towns in the world. Approximately 25 miles north of San Diego, between Solana Beach and Carlsbad, and about 95 miles south of Los Angeles, Encinitas is your quintessential beach town. Rich in surf culture, amazing places to eat, drink and see – Encinitas is where it is at if you want to experience true...
O’side (as locals lovingly call it) is a beach-side escape where you can explore everything from sandy beaches to a booming farm-to-table food and craft beer scene and even a quaint New England-style harbor. Oceanside as a town is growing so read on for five new spots to check out in this ideal coastal escape just in time for summer! 1. The Famous ‘Top Gun’ House 201 N Myers St,...
