When the temperature soars there is a dramatic difference between the inland temperatures and San Diego North County Coast due to the cooling affects of the ocean. The ability to live in homes close to the beach where the temperature is milder affords comfort in Del Mar, Solana Beach,Carlsbad, Encinitas or Oceanside.

My favorite beach is Moonlight beach in Encinitas. There are lots of families, kids frolicking in the water and surfers. After a day at the beach we head south to our favoite very casual mexican restaurant  Las Olas for a good meal.
Twenty years ago I used to live in San Fernando Valley which I visited during the last weekend . I forgot how hot it gets there. The car indicator showed 106 degrees. Very unpleasant. This was just a reminder why I enjoy living in Carlsbad.

Yes, home prices are higher here by the beach but it affords a lifestyle that is envied by most people across the U.S.