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National City is located just north of Chula Vista along the southern portion of the metropolitan area by the San Diego Bay. Try the many eclectic eateries and don’t forget to stop by the famous San Diego Pretzel Company, the San Diego...Read More
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The SoCal Beach Road Trips to Take Next
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Californian Tribes: A Regional Guide to the Golden State's Indigenous Peoples
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