If you want to pay a visit to Tijuana without having to deal with the hassle of crossing the border than the Spring Valley Swap meet is the place for you! Held every Saturday and Sunday from 7:00 am and winding down around 3:00 pm, you can find the best and worst of items found across the border. Admission is $1, and I believe that is for everyone of all ages, but I am not positive The swap meet is located at 6377 Quarry Rd Spring Valley, CA 91977, right off of the 125 freeway, near where the 125 and 54 converge in Spring Valley. Read the rest of this entry »

The best day of the week to visit Balboa Park is Tuesdays. Every Tuesday of the month, a different set of 4 to 6 museum offers free admission; donations are accepted. This is a great way to experience Balboa Park because your day’s itinerary is already planned out for you. The featured museums are often located in all areas of the park, allowing you the time to admire all of the Spanish architecture and beautiful landscapes. Plan to spend an entire day in the park, and get there early, as some of the museums close as early as 3 pm. Read the rest of this entry »