If you’re traveling with a few people, renting a beach house with three bedrooms, an airy, open, living room, and all the amenities you’ve come to depend on at home will make this trip special and virtually stress-free. The waves will roll into your backyard and the ample windows provide great eastern views of sunrises and the San Diego skyline. A kitchen will keep you stocked with goodies and prepared to fix a few leisurely meals with the family, and the heated Jacuzzi bath tub will make the end of every day as relaxing and luxurious as can be.

Since the kids have been clamoring to head to Belmont Amusement Park, it’s a good thing that it’s only a five minute walk from your front door. Spend an afternoon riding the rollercoaster and catching a few thrills in the “The Plunge” swimming pool, attractions they’ll be telling their friends about for sure, and then walk back home for a snack, a nap, or a lazy day on the beach.

A short ride in the car will take you to all the other world-class sites that San Diego is know for, including LegoLand, SeaWorld, the zoo, golf courses, lighthouses, and so much more. Venture south a few miles and you’ll hit Tijuana, or stick to the states and explore Old Town San Diego for all the great food and shopping you can handle. Rent kayaks for an eco-tour, head out to sea for some deep-water fishing, or simply plop down on a towel with the goal of finishing up the latest bestseller.