On-The-Sand Vacation Blog

Why you should book direct instead of using an online travel agent like Expedia, Airbnb, VRBO, etc. It is crazy how far the vacation rental industry has come. 10-15 years ago, most people didn’t even know vacation rentals were an option and thought hotels/motels were their only choice for a place to stay. Now travelers […]

You’ve saved and budgeted for your trip. You’ve picked your favorite location and now have found your dream condo on the beach. You are ready for your getaway. Maybe it was a little expensive, but you know it will be worth it. You’re in the process of checking out when a question pops up that […]

A day at the beach doesn’t have to be your same old swimming and suntanning, although those are all always options of course. It also doesn’t have to break the bank by renting or buying new equipment to enjoy at the beach. Spice up your beach day with this list of 8 unique and FREE […]

“Back to school” looked very different for most students this year. A lot of kids are learning from home and if they are attending school in person, most extracurriculars and field trips have been cut or postponed. So you may be looking at how to add a little more hands-on and in-person educational experiences to […]

There are several beaches off the coast of California that many consider the best for vacations. While others may be more well known or popular we are here to show you why Oceanside beach is the hidden gem of Southern California and why it should be your destination for your next beach vacation. Family Friendly […]

Did you know that every October the city of San Diego and surrounding areas offer up free attractions for kids throughout the month?? San Diego has always been one of the best spots for a family vacation, but the month of October brings an additional incentive for parents.  For the whole month, more than 100 […]

When it comes to taking a family vacation, there are many decisions to make. Where to go? How you to get there? What to do or see? Where to eat or shop? After settling the big question of “where to go” the next question is usually always, “where should we stay?” In this article, we’ll […]