oceanside's gold medal itinerary
Check out these award-winning experiences
Discover why Oceanside is making waves as a top travel destination! Our gold medal itinerary showcases the best of O’side with an award-winning stay, dining, and must-do activity.
stay
MISSION PACIFIC BEACH RESORT
Named one of the top resorts in the U.S. by Travel & Leisure, this beachfront haven offers stunning ocean views and world-class amenities. Mission Pacific Beach Resort is also home to our Michelin-starred Mexican dining experience, Valle.
Relax
SUNNY'S SPA
Voted one of USA Today’s 10 Best Spas, Sunny’s Spa at the Seabird Ocean Resort offers the ultimate escape for relaxation and rejuvenation.
DINE
VALLE, DIJA MARA, HERITAGE BBQ, BLADE 1936, THE PLOT
Michelin-Recognized Restaurants:
- Valle: Experience world-class dining at this Michelin-starred gem, every dish is a work of art inspired by the Guadalupe Valley.
- Dija Mara: Savor the vibrant flavors at this Bib Gourmand-awarded spot, known for its creative Southeast Asian cuisine.
- Heritage BBQ: Dig into mouthwatering, wood-fired flavors at Heritage’s second location, following the original, which earned a Bib Gourmand nod for its bold take on BBQ. As their first brewery, this spot brings even more to the table to pair with their bold dishes.
Blade 1936: Savor AVPN-certified Neapolitan pizza, one of only two in San Diego.
The Plot: Featured in Tasting Table’s 20 Best Restaurants in San Diego and Veg Out’s list of the Most Sustainable Vegan Restaurants in the U.S.
drink
BEER & SPIRITS
Try the Tropical Terps IPA at Belching Beaver Brewery, a gold medalist at the 2023 Great American Beer Festival. The GABF is one of the largest and most prestigious beer competitions in the U.S., showcasing thousands of beers from breweries nationwide.
Pacific Coast Spirits’ American Single Malt earned the prestigious Double Gold Medal at the 2023 San Francisco World Spirits Competition. Double Gold is awarded only to spirits rated Gold by every judge, recognizing exceptional quality.
Clever Fox Rum claimed Double Gold at the 2023 Sips Awards International Spirits Competition for their Silver Rum, a testament to its top-tier status, as rated by consumers.
