AROUND TOWN: A fun-filled Epic Summer Day with the local Island Girl

AROUND TOWN | CHRISTINE VAN TUYL

EPIC SUMMER DAY

Ready to play tourist for the day?

There’s no better place to have some summer fun than our enchanting little island. From sundrenched days on the bay to local-style golf cart cruises, and delightful beach picnics to scenic, oceanfront happy hours, Coronado is a mecca for all things that make Southern California so special. Slip into your flip flops, grab some sunscreen and embark on a summer adventure…tranquil The Henry Bloody Marybreezes await.

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You can’t work on your tan without the proper beach attire, so head on over to Blue Jeans & Bikinis to snag a stylish new suit. You’ll find all the hottest brands like Body Glove, Loren and Envya inside this quaint, upscale boutique. The store also offers an array of pretty cover-ups and sundresses, as well as fun accessories. While you’re there, grab a fashionable Turkish towel.

Blue Jeans & Bikinis 971 Orange Avenue 619-319-5858

ROLL IN STYLE

Live like a local and cruise the island in a custom golf cart from Sundance Golf Carts. Located on Isabella Avenue, Sundance offers a top-notch selection of refurbished custom carts at competitive prices. The business earns great scores for customer service and in-depth product knowledge, and you’re sure to get a unique view of the island like you’ve never seen before.

Sundance Golf Carts 1017 Isabella Avenue 619-449-0822 Sundancegolfcars.com PLAY ON THE BAY

There’s no better way to experience Coronado than aboard the deck of a boat. Seaforth Boat Rentals, a family-owned business, is San Diego’s longest established boat rental company. You’ll find sailboats, powerboats, pontoon boats and wave runners in addition to skiffs and kayaks. All experience levels are welcome, and captains are available for hire.

Seaforth Boat Rentals 1715 Strand Way 888-834-2628

Enjoy the sea breeze and sunshine from your very own tipi picnic on the beach! Crown Town Tipis, run by locals Heather Nunnelly and Maddie Pitts, will help make your day festive and memorable with their enchanting tipi setup. You’ll savor the sun in style without having to drag umbrellas, a cooler, beach chairs and the like across the sand. The rates are $325 for two hours for up to four people; this includes fire pit and wood, tipi, rugs, cushions, tables, décor, ice bucket with water, flowers and a charcuterie board. Customizable packages are available as well.

crown town tipis 619-865-0598 crowntowntipis.com

cruise the coast

Taking in the bay breeze from behind the wheel of your own private surrey isn’t just for tourists. Even locals can enjoy some new sights and a workout as well! Fortunately for us, Holland’s Bikes & Beyond, located at the scenic Coronado Ferry Landing, offers surreys, cruisers, electric bikes and tandems for reasonable prices by the hour. The shop is open every day from 9am until dusk, 365 days a year so you can get rolling whenever you get the urge.

holland’s Bikes & Beyond 1201 1st street #122 619-435-7180

haPPy hour with a View

At some point, you’re going to get hungry, and there’s no better happy hour with sweet summer views than at Peohe’s. You’ll find great prices on everything from Thai chicken spring rolls to a spicy tuna poke stack, from coconut crunchy shrimp to kimchi calamari, all within a stone’s throw of the ocean. Relax in the sunset and cheers to the specially-priced wine, beer and cocktails. How can you go wrong?

Peohe’s 1201 1st street 619-437-4474 Peohes.com

It’s relaxing, it’s fun and it’s rewarding — summon your inner artist for a Paint and Wine night at Emerald C Gallery. The bright and spacious gallery offers painting every Wednesday and Saturday from 6-8pm. The $40 all-inclusive evening features master level instruction from a local artist while you unwind, sip wine and paint. The best part? You’ll walk away with your own treasure!

Wine and Paint Night at Emerald C Gallery 1331 Orange Avenue 619-996-3315 EmeraldC.com