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Nicknamed the Jewel of San Diego, this seaside village boasts year-round fun in the sun J ust 20 minutes from the bustling San Diego airport awaits a hidden seaside gem. Known as the Jewel of San Diego, the sun-drenched community of La Jolla dates back to the late 1800s when a thriving colony of artists made its home in the area's beachfront cottages. Later a retreat for Hollywood types, La Jolla's postcard-perfect setting and relaxed vibe continue to draw vacationers from near and far. expLOring Whether snorkelling, swimming or surfing is your activity of choice, La Jolla has a beach for you. Don't miss the Children's Pool at Casa Beach, where you can get up close to harbour seals that loll on the sand unfazed by human spectators. Or, hop in a kayak and check out the seven stunning caves at La Jolla Shores. Only one cave can be accessed by land – wander into Sunny Jim's Sea Cave Store (cavestore.com) and 145 steps down a manmade tunnel to the open sea. A must-see for golf fans, La Jolla's Torrey Pines Golf Course is a notoriously challenging stop on the PGA Tour (torreypinesgolfcourse.com). No tee time? Enjoy a bird's-eye view of the course on an exhilarating oceanview trail walk at the course's surrounding Torrey Pines State Natural Reserve. ⊲ La Jolla fine dininG affectionately known as "The Pink Lady," the pink-painted La Valencia Hotel (lavalencia.com) is a La Jolla icon that has welcomed Hollywood royalty since 1926. book a table at the luxury hotel's The med for mediterranean- style seafood with an ocean view. Get even closer to the water over brunch or dinner at the historic marine room (marineroom.com). built right on the beach, the restaurant's enormous windows are washed by mighty waves, for the ultimate in "surf 'n' turf" dining. neighbourhood destinations San Diego Tourism, (Torrey Pines) bob Yarborough, (La Jolla beach) angela Trimm/eStock Photo summer 2015 bca a .com 21 TIP! Park for less at the Vancouver International Airport. At Park N'Fly, BCAA Members save 20% or more and earn 3% back in CAA Dollars. At jetSet Parking, save 15%, and at Gateway Valet & Concierge, save up to 12%. bcaa.com/savings (from top) Gourmet seafood at La Valencia's The med; the legendary Torrey Pines Golf Course; surf's up at one of La Jolla's many sandy beaches.