Article Archive

3 Places to Find Untouched Slopes in Utah

Where to find Utah's understated winter wonderlands, plus a few novel ways to experience an old favorite

October 12, 2018

On the Job with Hockey Player Jordan Samuels-Thomas

The former Gulls player takes a shot at mentoring San Diego youth on the ice

October 4, 2018

5 Must-Try Travels to Book This Season

A wine festival, glamping, and more

October 2, 2018

Julie Darling Named 'San Diego Magazine' Woman of the Year

Plus four other women are recognized at the 13th annual Celebrating Women event

September 27, 2018

Rob Lowe Shares Personal Stories at Balboa Theatre

The actor talks The West Wing, secrets to a happy marriage, and his upcoming one-man show, Stories I Only Tell My Friends

September 26, 2018

Letter from the Editor: 70 Years Young

Editor in Chief Erin Meanley Glenny dishes on the October issue of San Diego Magazine

September 25, 2018

3 Days in Seattle: Where to Eat, Drink, and Stay

A balanced itinerary for unearthing a few cultural, culinary, and stylish gems in the Emerald City

September 24, 2018

On the Job: Meet the Crossing Guard

Moray “Mr. Mo” Black pulls out all the stops to keep kids safe and brighten their day

September 12, 2018

Celebrating Women: Meet San Diego State University's First Female President

Adela de la Torre on how she rose to the top and her vision for the school’s (possible) expansion

September 6, 2018

Neil deGrasse Tyson on Ice Fishing in Space—and Coming to San Diego

The prolific scientist brings his touring show An Astrophysicist Goes to the Movies to Civic Theatre

August 29, 2018

Letter from the Editor: Changing Policy While Changing Diapers

Editor in Chief Erin Meanley Glenny dishes on the September issue of San Diego Magazine

August 28, 2018

What San Diego Women Want

53 working women share their compelling stories on navigating pay equity, the baby penalty, #MeToo, and more

August 28, 2018

Just Launched: Our Insiders Club

For members only…New perks, insider info and access to the editors

August 21, 2018

Mara Altman Takes on the Female Body in Her Latest Book

The local author digs deep into PMS, pubic hair, and more in her latest nonfiction, Gross Anatomy

August 13, 2018

Meet the Globetrotters and Expats Shaping San Diego

We asked 20 travel-savvy locals to give us a much-needed outside perspective on the city and, well, on us

August 6, 2018

Celebrating Women: A Q&A With Oberon Fuels' Dr. Rebecca Boudreaux

The biofuel company president talks changing paths, the importance of mentors, and the thrill of working in early-stage companies

August 1, 2018

Letter from the Editor: The World at Our Fingertips

Editor in Chief Erin Meanley Glenny dishes on the August issue of San Diego Magazine

July 31, 2018

Postcard from Italy: 8 Ways to Experience the European Country

San Diego Magazine art director Sydnie Goodwin recently traveled to Rome, Florence, and the Amalfi Coast

July 19, 2018

Where to Eat, Drink, Stay, and Explore in Kaua‘i

In this lush landscape, island time is for real. Unwind at rustic plantation towns, wild coastal trails, and locavore meals served under thatched roofs.

July 17, 2018

A Family Afar: The Benefits of Staying Close to Home

Our travel blogger dad celebrates a family milestone with a staycation—and realizes you don't have to journey far to reap the benefits of travel

July 16, 2018

Here's Where to Find Cape Cod Style in Orange County

Lido House debuts in Newport Beach

July 13, 2018

Eight-Year-Old Connor Szczechowicz Has Sights Set on the PGA

The junior golfer from Chula Vista is on the fast track to earning his place among history’s most legendary golfers

July 11, 2018

3 Days in Portland: Where to Eat, Drink, and Stay

In the last few years, the City of Roses has experienced a rapid renaissance in food, drink, and design

July 9, 2018

Celebrating Women: A Q&A With Chula Vista's Lynnette Tessitore

As cultural arts manager for the city of Chula Vista, Tessitore knows how to balance career, motherhood, and sitting on four committees

July 4, 2018

5 Reasons to Get Packing This Summer

From San Diego staycations to Mexican excursions, these getaways are packed with relaxation and sight-seeing

June 28, 2018

Letter from the Editor: San Diego Is for Animal Lovers

Editor in Chief Erin Meanley Glenny dishes on the July issue of San Diego Magazine

June 22, 2018

Meet the Tastemaker: John Resnick

The owner of Carlsbad's Campfire restaurant shares his must-have items

June 18, 2018

Celebrating Women: A Q&A With Broadway/San Diego's Vanessa Davis

The new general manager of Broadway/San Diego on the power of speaking out and what theater can do for young people

June 6, 2018

San Diego, It's Time to Ban Plastic Straws

Lessons learned from my 10-Day No-Plastic Challenge

May 30, 2018

4 San Diego Chefs' Guide to Entertaining

Buzzy local chefs give us the scoop on hosting the ultimate dinner party, plus recipes for their impress-the-guests dishes

May 29, 2018

Letter from the Editor: All About That (Sea) Bass

Editor in Chief Erin Meanley Glenny dishes on the June issue of San Diego Magazine

May 22, 2018

Meet the Players of San Diego's New Rugby Team

7 Legion players on their favorite things about San Diego, and why rugby is better than football

May 21, 2018

Vote Now for Your Orangetheory Winner!

Winners will be announced at our Sweat event on May 12

May 7, 2018

On the Job: Meet Beekeeper Hilary Kearney

The gal behind Girl Next Door Honey gets down to bees-ness

May 7, 2018

Celebrating Women: Kimberly Herrell

As the president of Carlsbad-based private jet operator Schubach Aviation, Herrell juggles jet-setters and motherhood

April 27, 2018

Letter from the Editor: Is It Summer Yet?

Editor in Chief Erin Meanley Glenny dishes on the May issue of San Diego Magazine

April 20, 2018

Shop Like a Tastemaker with Sarah Grossman

The creative force behind the San Diego Museum of Art's annual Art Alive event shares her favorite things

April 19, 2018

3 Ways to Experience Mexico

Whether you’re jonesing for snorkeling, spa treatments, or street food, there’s a vacation for everyone just across the border

April 18, 2018

A Family Afar: Traveling With Just One Kid

Our travel blogger dad discovers the differences during a recent trip across the pond

April 12, 2018

The Scott Gets a Refresh in Old Town Scottsdale

Take a trip to Arizona to visit the revamped desert retreat

April 6, 2018

'Wild' Author Cheryl Strayed Comes to San Diego

The author, hiker, and activist will speak at the Center for Community Solutions' fundraiser on April 6

April 2, 2018

18 Ways to Experience Santa Barbara

Following wildfires and mudslides, the American Riviera is bouncing back

March 29, 2018

Letter from the Editor: We Should All Be Campers

Editor in Chief Erin Meanley Glenny dishes on the April issue of San Diego Magazine

March 23, 2018

'Literary Badass' Luis Alberto Urrea on His New Cross-Cultural Book

The San Diego-raised novelist draws from his own history for The House of Broken Angels

March 7, 2018

On the Job: What's It like Being the Starting Catcher for San Diego Padres?

Austin Hedges has been preparing for his MLB gig since his tee-ball days

February 26, 2018

Letter from the Editor: Right at Home in San Diego

Senior editor Archana Ram dishes on the March issue of San Diego Magazine

February 23, 2018

Kareem Abdul-Jabbar Shows Off His Storytelling Skills at PLNU

The athlete turned author will share stories from on and off the court during this month’s Writer’s Symposium by the Sea

February 13, 2018

Celebrating Women: Joyce Glazer

The San Diego Magazine columnist and publication director of the Charitable Giving Guide leaves a sterling legacy

February 8, 2018

Shop Like a Tastemaker with Chrissy Powers

The therapist slash blogger shares her favorite things

February 2, 2018

Weekend Getaways: 23 Reasons to Get out of Town

Some of the best beaches, wine regions, and natural landscapes are just a short drive or plane ride away from San Diego

January 30, 2018

Letter from the Editor: New Year, New Travels

Senior editor Archana Ram dishes on the February issue of San Diego Magazine

January 26, 2018

Celebrating Women: Margaret Paddock

Meet the Senior Vice President and Regional Managing Director of Wells Fargo

January 17, 2018

Postcard from Nashville: 6 Ways to Experience Music City

San Diego Magazine's senior event manager, Fiona Leung, recently traveled to Music City. Here are the best memories from her trip.

January 17, 2018

3 Days in Amador County: Where to Eat, Drink, and Stay

Just one hour from Sacramento, Amador County is known for its rich Gold Rush Country and even richer reds

January 15, 2018

Exploring West O'ahu: Where to Eat, Stay, and Get Pampered

The lesser known island oasis of Ko Olina is the perfect place to get in an aloha state of mind.

January 11, 2018

A Family Afar: Seattle Is So San Diego

From the far ends of the West Coast, the two cities are strikingly similar

January 9, 2018

15 Coolest Jobs in San Diego and How to Get Them

We asked 15 San Diego professionals with the coolest jobs in town how they landed their gigs—and how we could steal them

January 2, 2018

Get Your Glamping on at Ventana Big Sur

The luxe boutique hotel tucked in the forest has completed its multimillion-dollar makeover

December 28, 2017

Summer Fishing in Alaska Is a Humbling, Bucket-List Experience

Troy Johnson, self-proclaimed "terrible fisherman," visits the Taj Mahal of Alaskan fishing

December 22, 2017

Letter from the Editor: The Value of Farmers' Markets

Senior editor Archana Ram dishes on the January issue of San Diego Magazine

December 22, 2017

Celebrating Women: Rabbi Laurie Coskey

The President and CEO of United Way of San Diego County is focused on the next generation

December 18, 2017

Shop Like a Tastemaker with Mahjuba Levine

The personal fashion stylist and blogger shares her favorite things

December 13, 2017

On the Job: Meet Balboa Park's Carousel Operator

Bill Brown has been running a well-oiled machine—for the last 45 years

December 6, 2017

San Diego Magazine's Travel Awards 2018

Cast your vote now for your favorite hotels, travel companies, and attractions

November 27, 2017

Jane Lynch Jazzes up the Holidays with 'A Swingin’ Little Christmas'

The Glee star is bringing her talents to San Diego this month

November 27, 2017

Letter from the Editor: Come On, Get Happy

Senior editor Archana Ram dishes on the December issue of San Diego Magazine

November 22, 2017

Celebrating Women: Meisha Sherman

The director of human resources at Hewlett Packard Enterprise doesn’t worry about the “pink ceiling”

November 20, 2017

On the Job: Christina Munro Gets You to Your Destination Safely

Based at the FAA's Southern California TRACON, the 34-year-old air traffic control specialist ensures what goes up must come down

November 8, 2017

A Tribute to the Military

In time for Veteran's Day, we're putting a face to this heroic community.

October 31, 2017

Brian Dutcher Is No Longer SDSU's 'Head Coach in Waiting'

Dutcher is fully prepared to replace Steve Fisher

October 30, 2017

Letter from the Editor: You Don’t Know Until You Try

Editor in chief Erin Meanley Glenny dishes on the November issue of San Diego Magazine

October 27, 2017

Nobu's First Luxury Retreat Offers Serenity in Malibu

From the restaurant empire, Nobu Ryokan Malibu is one calm-inducing property

October 18, 2017

Celebrating Women: Melissa Hayden Cook

Meet the President and CEO of Sharp Health Plan

October 16, 2017

9 Poke Places to Try in Hawaii

In Hawaii, poke has been a staple for generations

October 16, 2017

4 Getaways That Give Back

From mentorship to baby turtle releases, hotels are adding “voluntourism” to the amenity list

October 16, 2017

Postcard from Sweden: 6 Ways to Experience Stockholm

San Diego Magazine’s digital production manager and editor recently revisited her native Nordic country. Here are the best memories from her trip.

October 6, 2017

How to Spend 3 Days in Park City

Our ideal itinerary for three action-packed days in the Utah ski town

October 4, 2017

Shop Like a Tastemaker with Alexandra Hall

The Maven boutique owner shares her favorite things

October 2, 2017