Just an hour's drive north of San Francisco, lies a vast stretch of Northern California coastline that offers countless, sweeping views of the rugged terrain, pounding waves, and the occasional unique looking rocks (see my tortoise look-a-like rock below). The lack of crowds and people is an added bonus. If possible, spend a weekend at a Sea Ranch vacation rental. This community originally idealized and built in the 1960s has one-of-a-kind architecture that blends into the natural landscape.

Five years and $10 billion later, CityCenter had it's grand opening festivities in Vegas. I've already said it all here on DealBase.com!

Interior and exterior shots of the eclectic and funky Fred's Mexican Cafe on Garnet Avenue in Pacific Beach. Corona bottle-designed chandeliers, Baja California license plate-lined walls and a Great White Shark hanging from the lobby ceiling. A shout out to my dad, Russ Stout, AIA, who designed the place!!!