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From Our PartnersEscape to San Diego

From Our PartnersApril 29, 2026

With its beautiful beaches, award-winning restaurants, enriching cultural sites and family-friendly fun, America’s Finest City is the premier vacation destination for Phoenicians. In this special section, we explore the best San Diego has to offer.

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From Our PartnersDrift into Island Time at the Catamaran Resort Hotel and Spa in San Diego

From Our PartnersMarch 30, 2026

Say “Aloha!” to the Catamaran Resort Hotel and Spa on Mission Bay, San Diego’s premier tropical beachfront hideaway.

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From Our PartnersStay Beachy at San Diego’s Bahia Resort Hotel

From Our PartnersMarch 12, 2026

The San Diego coast is calling. You know, your happy place!

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From Our PartnersSan Diego Top to Bottom

Editorial StaffSeptember 3, 2025

We take a latitudinal approach to San Diego fall travel, from Downtown to North County.

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OpinionRaising Phoenix: Beach Envy

Amy SilvermanJuly 3, 2025

Our columnist mulls the “special relationship” between Phoenix and the land of Ron Burgundy, fish tacos and liberated orcas.

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From Our PartnersCraft a Perfect Trip to San Diego in 4 Easy Steps

Editorial StaffMay 14, 2025

With its perfect weather and great attractions, the area offers something for everyone.

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From Our PartnersTravelDiscover the Ultimate Luxury Coastal Retreat in San Diego

Editorial StaffMay 1, 2025

The Lodge at Torrey Pines offers an ideal destination for golfers, foodies, health & wellness aficionados, design buffs, and explorers in La Jolla, California.

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The PHiX6 San Diego Rooftop Bars and Pools to Cool Off This Summer

Sydnee WilsonApril 29, 2025

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From Our PartnersTravelThe San Diego Coast is Calling

Editorial StaffApril 1, 2025

The Best of the Beach Awaits at Bahia Resort Hotel

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From Our PartnersTravelEscape to a Tropical Polynesian Paradise in San Diego

Editorial StaffMarch 21, 2025

Catamaran Resort Hotel and Spa Offers a Refreshing Coastal Retreat

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From Our PartnersTravelAn Adventure Guide to the West

Editorial StaffJanuary 7, 2025

If you want to experience winter in New Mexico, fly high in San Diego or just explore different parts of the Valley, there are experiences aplenty in the wild and wonderful West.

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From Our PartnersTravelFall into Fun and Savings with Kids Free October in San Diego

Editorial StaffSeptember 26, 2024

Enjoy Up to 25% Off at Catamaran Resort, Plus Hundreds of Discounts Throughout the City!

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From Our PartnersTravelExplore San Diego

Editorial StaffSeptember 5, 2024

America’s Finest City offers everything for travelers: aquariums, restaurants, shopping and cultural festivals.

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The PHiXThe Non-Golfer’s Guide to Enjoying San Diego Golf Resort Omni La Costa

Sydnee WilsonAugust 19, 2024

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The PHiX9 Can’t-Miss Activities to Check Out During a San Diego Road Trip This Summer

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Charles Lohrmann

As managing editor and associate publisher of Texas Parks and Wildlife magazine, Charles Lohrmann experienced astounding natural wonders, from canoeing in Deep East Texas to trekking into the remote canyonlands west of Del Rio to view Archaic rock art. From TPWD, Lohrmann moved to Texas Highways, the award-winning Official Travel Magazine of Texas, where he was editor and publisher, and directed coverage of destinations in every corner of Texas. As editor of Texas Co-op Power magazine, he guided content development — including travel, history and culture — for the largest circulation publication in the state of Texas, reaching more than 3.5 million readers. Now residing in Santa Fe, N.M., Lohrmann has also traveled throughout Arizona many times, in particular to the Hopi and Navaho tribal lands, as well as to the Tohono O’odham nation.

Jenna Watters

Jenna Watters was born and raised in Sedona, Arizona, which is where her love of music began. She started singing in church as a young girl, joined a traveling choir that toured all over Arizona, and even helped teach the choir her senior year at Sedona Red Rock High School. In 2005, she graduated high school and spent a couple years at Arizona State University before she decided to travel around Europe, and it was during her travels that she decided that a career in music was calling her name. She linked up with her friend, Daniel Watters and they began writing songs via e-mail and would meet up during holiday breaks back home to Sedona to play small coffee shop shows for their friends and family. Fast forward to 15 years later; Jenna now lives in Austin with her husband Daniel and their son Johnny and has achieved her dream of becoming a full time musician with their band, The Watters. She also sings in various other side projects in town and teaches yoga on the side. Both Jenna and Daniel’s families still live in Arizona and they often travel back home for holidays and shows.

Jennifer Baluch

Jenn is a celebrated food influencer and a stand out in Arizona’s culinary scene. Honored as Best Food Influencer and recognized for her TikTok and Instagram accounts by PHOENIX magazine’s Best of the Valley, Jenn has become a trusted voice for food lovers across the state.

Her journey began during the challenging days of the Covid-19 pandemic, when she started spotlighting local restaurants to support struggling businesses.

Since then, Jenn has earned a reputation for her expertise in authentic Mexican cuisine, her passion for mom-and-pop eateries, and her love of dive bars and hidden gems.

Her genuine love for food shines through in her videos, where her expressions while tasting each dish say it all-no words needed.

Known for her honest yet thoughtful reviews, Jenn has built a loyal audience that appreciates her down-to-earth personality and approachability.

When she’s not discovering Arizona’s best bites, you might find her snapping selfies with fans or sharing her latest food finds.

Brian Goddard

Brian Goddard is a Scottsdale/Phoenix based Photographer, Videographer and Designer with a focus on Architecture, Food, Travel, Adventure, Garden and Lifestyle Content Creation.

Brian began his career as a Graphic Designer, Art Director and Photographer for Organic Gardening magazine and Organic Style magazine at Rodale, in Pennsylvania, Disney Adventures magazine in New York City, before relocating to Arizona to Design and Art Direct Phoenix Home & Garden magazine and PHOENIX magazine.

Brian has a lifelong interest in Adventure, Culture, Travel, Cuisine, Plants and Lifestyle, which makes Arizona a perfect place to Live, Work and Play.