For more than sixty years, Mother Nature has transformed the rolling hills of North San Diego County into one of the most spectacular and coordinated displays of natural color and beauty anywhere in the world. The nearly fifty acres of Giant Tecolote Ranunculus flowers that make up the Flower Fields at Carlsbad Ranch in Carlsbad, California, are in bloom for approximately six to eight weeks each year - from early March through early May - literally bringing the famous fields back to life. This annual burst of color, which has become part of the area’s local heritage, also is one of nature’s official ways of announcing the arrival of spring here in Southern California.

Does San Diego beer taste better on a yacht? Join us for Hops On The Harbor and find out! Each month, Flagship welcomes a different San Diego brewery aboard our Friday night dinner cruise for an evening of food, local brews and waterfront views. Come meet the brewers, talk about beer and dine on gourmet food paired perfectly with the flavors of each guest beer selection. Eat, drink, and take in the panorama of scenic waterfront sights. Enjoy beer pairings along with our core lineup of local taps, wine list, and full cocktail bar.

The Japanese Friendship Garden (JFG) is proud to announce the return of Cherry Blossom Week as Cherry Blossom Season! The celebration will continue to combine both cultural education with family fun by offering special virtual and on site programming during the month of March. From kendo demonstrations to visiting weekend vendors, there's something for everyone to enjoy at JFG or from the comforts of their home! On site visitors will be able to stroll the upper and lower areas featuring koi ponds, bonsai, colorful florae, and enjoy the Japanese custom of hanami — appreciating the beauty of cherry blossom flowers — while on demand performances and digital content will be readily available for everyone.

Full listing of participants, ticket purchases, and more can be found online at niwa.org/cbw.

Learn how to capture the essence of the late-day light and magical nighttime beauty of America’s finest city, on an Instagrammable private photography tour. Whether mastering how to shoot our outstanding coastal scenery or our lit-up fairytale-like urban wonders, your private tour will be led personally by Julie Kremen, an award winning professional photographer and certified tour guide. Read the reviews and see why she is top-rated on TripAdvisor, and Yelp.

Julie works closely with you before the tour to nail down exactly what you want to concentrate on so you can get the most out of your experience. Contact us to book a private session, boost your shooting skills and make your friends say “Wow!” when they see your photos!