Now that you’re a resident of one of America’s best places to live, it’s time to take steps to become a true San Diegan. In addition to their love for the beautiful weather and an appetite for fish tacos, you’ll find that many San Diego residents possess a few other key items and attributes that help them maximize their experiences in this beautiful city. The list below will help you get the most out of life in San Diego.
A bike. If there’s a downside to living in San Diego, it’s the traffic. It can definitely be congested at times, which can make commutes long and frustrating. But one way many San Diegans are avoiding those commuting doldrums is by taking their daily drive from four wheels to two. The city continues to take steps to make cycling in the city easier and safer. So, visit a local bike shop and start brushing up on your pedaling skills. While you’re learning the city, use iCommuteSD, which has a Bike Map that will help you map out the safest paths.
A surfboard. The sun is almost always out in San Diego so surfing has always been a popular sport. You’ll find surfers catching waves here year round. That said, just because the temperatures outside are warm doesn’t mean the water will be! Be prepared for some cold water especially during fall and winter. There are many surf schools and surf shops throughout the city that can help you get ready for your time in the water.
A love of beer. San Diego is one of the nation’s top beer cities. So, if you aren’t already a beer drinker, you might want to give it a try now that you’re in a city with so many unique breweries. Take a brewery tour and get to know the many flavors San Diego has to offer.
T-shirts, shorts, and flip flops. It probably didn’t take you long to figure out that things are done a bit differently in San Diego. Maybe it’s the proximity to the beach, maybe it’s the constantly pleasant weather, whatever the reason, you’ll find that San Diego is more relaxed than most places and your attire will need to reflect that.
To be fair, it isn’t very hard to enjoy San Diego. But when you have the items listed above, your life in the city will be even better.