King of the Missions

Mission San Luis Rey in the beautiful San Luis Rey Valley of Oceanside draws thousands of visitors each year to enjoy its Majesty. By far this mission was the largest of all built by the Spanish Franciscan Friars. Returned to the church by President Lincoln after it had been seculaized by the Mexican govenment in the 1800's.
It has a museum to explore and a gift shop for those looking for souviniers and religous gifts.

March 3, 2008 What a great day at the beach. Southern California is known for its surf culture. Hazy sunny days year round. Here in Oceanside we enjoy our 3 1/2 miles of wide sandy Beach's crowned with the longest pier on the West Coast. Cruise on The Strand inches from the sand with the beautiful Pacific Oceanside on the West and some classic old beach cottges on the East. Remember there are no bad beach days.

Mexico to Canada

Us Highway 101 in its full splendor began at the Mexican Border and ran North through Califonia, Oregon and Washington next to Canada.

Third Annual Beach'n 101 Cruise

September 7, 2008 the Third Annual Beach'n 101 Cruise will roll out along the Historic Highway 101 between Oceanside and La Jolla. If the previous two cruises are any indication there should be over a thousand cars and trucks enjoying the San Diego coastline.
Spectators can enjoy the cruisers closeup along the route and see them parked while they are shopping or eating in the six totally unique beach towns. They can also see them for the award presentation at the Del Mar Fairgrounds in the afternoon. For more details check out the Highway 101 Associations website: www.drivethe101.com Also check out photos of the participants from 2007 at the site.

Valentine Day at the 101 Cafe

I like to talk with customers at the Cafe. I saw a couple of twenty something women talking at the counter and thought I would chat with them. I noticed that one was wearing large heart shaped earrings and said "those were very appropriate for Valentine's day." She looked down at her breast(she happened to be wearing a Hooters t-shirt). It was clear she thought I was talking about her breast so I quickly said "no I didn't give a Hoot" and walked away.

Oceanside Pier and Beach

Oceanside has always had a pier since it was incorporated in 1888. It has provided a fishing venue as well as a pleasant walk over water. Our piers have made a trip to Oceanside's beach very memorable for kids of all ages. They say there are over a million visitors to the pier each year. There is a Ruby's Diner that provides good eats and excellent Ocean views.

Our beaches are known to be wide and sandy with mild wave action. Surfers spread out along our over three miles of coast line. The pier is a great place to watch the surfers. You might dream of them flying through the pier pilings, but remember it is illegal. Our beaches each carry a local name and make up different crowds that use them. From Harbor beach on the North to St. Malo to the South you will find beach goers looking for a little different experience.

Remember there are no bad days at the beach.