20 kid-friendly attractions near our Mission Bay beach house
Theme parks, beaches, museums and animal parks, grouped by category, with drive times from the front door.
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A San Diego family travel blog from Crown Point Jewell. Written for the families who stay with us, what is worth doing nearby, what to skip, and how to make a San Diego trip with kids genuinely relaxing.
Top things to do in Mission Bay on a short stay
Water sports, the bike path, Belmont Park and the best stretches of sand, for when you only have a few days.
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SeaWorld San Diego with kids: five minutes from the house
Which shows and rides to prioritize, and how to plan the day so nobody melts down by two o'clock.
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What parents should know before traveling to San Diego with young kids
Accommodation, packing, sunscreen, nap schedules and getting around without a fight.
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Baby gear rentals in San Diego: travel lighter
Skip hauling the crib and the high chair across the country. How rental works and what the house already has.
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Crown Point Coffee: the local cup, a short walk away
The neighborhood coffee shop around the corner, and what to order when you get there.
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Navigating the Roku TV: a quick guide for guests
Using the remote, signing in to your own streaming accounts, and remembering to sign back out.
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Ping pong at the beach house: the basics
Rules, serving and scoring, plus a few tips for playing against someone half your height.
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Crown Point Jewell sleeps the family a couple of minutes' walk from Mission Bay, with the bikes and beach gear already in the garage.