San Diego, California, is sometimes considered the birthplace of California because it is the first place visited by European explorers on the West Coast. It is a huge metropolitan area that is also a biotechnology and economic hub, which means there are endless options for things to do. It may not be the first place you think of when you plan a visit to California, but once you see this list of 25 free things to do in San Diego, you might change your mind!
25 Free Things to Do in San Diego
This free park has lots of options for water play, a playground, and several picnic areas.There is also a garden and public art for you to look at. In other words, a family with kids could spend at least a whole morning or afternoon here!
People Watch at the Gaslamp Quarter
Marketed as a “walkable urban playground,” the Gaslamp Quarter features lots of dining and entertainment options, but there’s plenty of entertainment without spending any money!
Examine the tide pools at Cabrillo National Monument
Part of the National Park Service, the Cabrillo National Monument commemorates the arrival of the first European explorer to west coast of United States. Located right on the coast, there are amazing tide pools at the southern end of the park that will give you a chance to explore and learn about marine ecosystems.
Play Disc Golf at Kit Carson’s Park
This beautiful park features a playground, a free disc golf course, a sports complex, an arboretum, several ponds, and lots of walking and hiking trails.
Saving money can’t get any easier than using Circle coupons in Target’s mobile app! These offers come off instantly at the register and most are good on up to 4 items.
Savings Tip: My favorite way to load offers is in the store. Scan the barcode of products and the app will find any offers available. Before shopping, you can also sort the offers in the app by value and find high value savings.
If you’ve never used Target Circle and want to know more watch a short on all the ways to save with Circle.
Check out all of the new Circle Offers we have found so far this week, it’s a pretty long list with some sweet high value offers!
This Week’s New Target Circle Offers:
Circle GiftCard Deals:
Free Target $15 GiftCard with Home Care Purchase of $50+, excl trial and aircare in the home dept Target Circle eCoupon
Baby Care:
20% off Esembly Cloth Diapers & Accessories Target Circle eCoupon
20% off Itzy Ritzy Pacifiers Target Circle eCoupon
20% off The Honest Company Mom Care Target Circle eCoupon
Beverages:
30% off Chameleon Cold Brew Concentrate Target Circle eCoupon
20% off Charleston Coffee Roasters Organic Coffee, 12 oz Target Circle eCoupon
30% off Chock full o’Nuts Original Medium Roast Ground Coffee, 26 oz Target Circle eCoupon
20% off Humm Kombucha, 12 fl oz Target Circle eCoupon
25% off L’or or Peet’s Coffee Capsules, 30-ct Target Circle eCoupon
20% off smartwater bottle, 33.8 oz Target Circle eCoupon
20% off Tim Hortons Coffee Pods Target Circle eCoupon
35% off Vitacup Roast Coffee Target Circle eCoupon
30% off Vitaminwater bottles, 20 fl oz Target Circle eCoupon
Grocery:
Right now, use this Michael Kors Outlet Code to get an extra 15% off. Score handbags, crossbody bags, wallets and more starting at just $24.65.
Michael Kors Outlet Code:
Use code OUTLET15 to to get an extra 15% off at checkout
Deal Ideas:
Cooper Graphic Logo Tall Card Case $29 (reg. $78)
– Use code OUTLET15 for an extra 15%
Makes it $24.65
Jet Set Large Logo Crossbody $89 (reg. $398)
– Use code OUTLET15 for an extra 15%
Makes it $75.65
Jet Set Travel Extra-Small Logo Top-Zip Tote Bag $119 (reg. $448)
– Use code OUTLET15 for an extra 15%
Makes it $101.15
Find great deals on your favorite outdoor gear at the REI Outlet. New styles added! Save up to 70% off camping, hiking, biking and more!
No code necessary. Prices are as marked. Some of the items may be discontinued, so this is your last chance to grab them!
Plus, through August 24th, make a $50 purchase and add a lifetime membership to the REI Co-op for $30 and get a free $30 bonus card back! Benefits include free shipping on all orders and so much more. Read more here.
Deal Ideas:
Altra Lone Peak 6 Trail-Running Shoes – Women’s – $104.73 (reg. $140)
Marmot Limestone 4P Tent – $299.73 (reg. $389)
Komperdell Summit Carbon Trekking Poles – Pair – $108.73 (reg. $200)
GT Aggressor Expert 27.5″ Mountain Bike – 2021 – $569.73 (reg. $760)
These offers are good for a limited time while supplies last.
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If you need new luggage, you won’t want to miss this deal! Shop at Amazon to get this 4-Piece Luggage Set by Rockland for only $54.96 shipped (reg. $102+).
This set includes a 14″ tote and a 19″, 24″ and 28″ upright bag. It is available in turquoise, navy, pink and dark purple at this price.
This offer is good for a limited time only. Shipping is free.
See more deals at Amazon.
Joe’s New Balance Outlet is having a Warehouse Clearance Sale. Spend More, Save More! Buy 3, Get 30% off. Buy 4, Get 40% off. Buy 5, Get 50% off.
If you’re not familiar with Joe’s New Balance Outlet, they offer great deals on New Balance Shoes and Apparel for everyone in the family!
The Clearance Sale has a large selection of Men and Women’s apparel. Mix and Match styles. The discount will automatically be applied in the cart.
Deal Ideas:
Buy:
(3) NB Fortiflow Bra – $29.99 each (reg. $75)
Total Due: $89.97
-30% off wyb (3) items
makes it $62.97 (or $20.99 each)
Buy:
(2) Impact Run Heat Tight – $29.99 each (reg. $90)
(2) NB Essentials Crew Fleece – $29.99 (reg. $55)
(1) Q Speed Jacquard Long Sleeve – $29.99 (reg. $55)
Total Due: $149.95
-50% off wyb (5) items
makes it $74.95!
This offer is valid through 8/5. Shipping is FREE on all orders over $99 or $9.95 for orders under $99.
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Woot! Woot! This deal at Woot makes me want to celebrate. Get up to 60% off Summer Apparel from Canada Weather Gear & Nautica! Prices range from $13-$41!
There are multi-pack deals that you don’t want to miss. Sizes may be limited at this point, so hurry over and see what you can grab now!
Deal Ideas:
Canada Weather Gear Men’s Trail Blazer Henley T-Shirt – $12.99 (reg. $30)
available in two colors
Canada Weather Gear Men’s Bengaline Short – $22.99 (reg. $60)
4-Pack Canada Weather Gear Men’s Supreme Soft Two Tone Crew – $35.99 (reg. $160)
Nautica Men’s Long Sleeve Tee 2-Pack – $35.99 (reg. $100)
This offer ends today, 7/30. Shipping is free when you log in using your Amazon credentials.
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We’ve officially crossed into the world of parenting college aged kids. Sending your kids off to school is a bit overwhelming, even more so if your kids are like mine and heading to school 6+ hours away. If they need something there is no hopping in the car and driving it over.
It’s best to start making your list now and double checking it twice. Let’s get the dorm essentials right the first time and not have a lot of needs once you get them moved in!
Besides the obvious like clothes, underwear, and a laptop, here’s a great list of 40+ things you want to pack (or least chat about whether they want them). If you start shopping now you’ll find lots of great deals and maybe even have time to hit thrift stores and online marketplace listings.
Dorm Room Packing List
Mattress Topper Twin XL
While dorms come with mattresses they are notoriously not comfortable. Grabbing a 2 inch mattress topper will make them sleep much better. Note there are some very expensive models, but most foam doesn’t last more than a year or two. Go cheaper, they won’t sleep in a Twin XL forever.
Zip up mattress pad or protector
Going along with the topper above… how many people have slept in this bed before you? It’s best to not really think about that. Just get a zip up mattress protector and sleep in peace. These are designed to not only to protect the mattress from spills but also you from allergens.
Pretty much every college uses the same Twin XL beds. Your twin sheets from home will be 6 inches too short. Go ahead and buy a new set, this will definitely make for a rough first day if you wait to find out at the dorm. My go-to would be these from Kohls. We see sales all the time and you won’t care if they never get washed and get thrown away after a year.
Shop all the back to school deals at Dell Refurbished to get an extra 40% off any in stock item with a new coupon code.
Enter code BACK2SCHOOL40 at checkout for the extra discount. The code will work on every model laptop, desktop or even monitors & accesories. It does exclude clearance items.
We have three different laptops from Dell Refurbished and have been very pleased with all of them! They haven’t had any issues (some are now many years old) and all came looking perfect.
Here’s an idea of the sales you’ll find:
Dell OptiPlex 3060 MFF Desktop – $319
-40% off with BACK2SCHOOL40
makes it $191.40
500 GB Hard drive, Intel Core i5, 6 core processor, 8 GB memory
Dell Latitude 5501 – $449
-40% off with BACK2SCHOOL40
makes it $269.40
15.6″ HD Screen, 500 GB Hard drive, Intel Core i5, 16 GB memory, backlit keyboard
This offer expires at 10am ET on 8/1, so hurry and grab the one you want today!
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