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The Xcaret Underground River Experience: Things to Do in Xcaret Park, Cancun

Picture yourself floating magnificently down an underground river created by nature, enjoying the view as you swim. Imagine the utter thrill of releasing all control and trusting Mother Nature to guide you through dark crevices in a natural underground cave. 

Experience the wonderful attractions at X C A R E T Park, a world full of adventure hidden in the tropical paradise of Cancun Quintana Roo, Mexico. You and your family are bound to have fun and memories to last for years to come.

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The Xcaret Underground River Experience: Things to do in Xcaret


Xcaret Park is basically the Disneyland of Mexico. There's food, attractions, entertainment, remarkable views, but there's also an underground river, zip-lining, & so much more. Xcaret Cancún Park is popular amongst Riviera Maya locals, citizens from Mexico, as well as tourists from all over the world. This is one of those one-stop shops. People dedicate days here or just a day, depending on your energy level. 

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Floating the Natural Xcaret Underground River Cancun

Picture yourself floating magnificently down an underground river created by nature. Imagine the utter thrill of releasing all control and trusting mother nature to guide you through dark crevices in an underground cave.

Xcaret Park has underground rivers allowing guests to swim in the waters through dark caves & into the tropical world of Xcaret. The names of the underground rivers include the Blue River, the Mayan River, and the Manatee River. Xcaret is located in Cancun in the Riviera Maya (Maya River Mexico), near Playa del Carmen, giving it a natural vibe that's unlike any other theme park. You can unknowingly trek through a jungle, only realizing it when you see it from about. The pure expanse of trees as far as the eye can see. You have a feeling like you're just one fraction, a tiny leaf or bug in an enormous jungle. 

You'll find something great to explore in every corner. Xcaret is a popular trip destination for a reason. It's one of those places you must travel to at least once. Xcaret's Cancun Eco Park in Playa del Carmen offers the Mayan Village, the Aviary, the Coral Reef Aquarium, & the Butterfly Pavilion. Get your grub on with fresh food at one of their many restaurants. I only spent one day at Xcaret & feel like I missed out on a lot; there was so much more I could have done, seen, experienced, & of course, eaten. A vacation isn't a just chance to rest but an opportunity to learn more about the world around you.

The Xcaret Underground River Experience: Things to do in Xcaret

Underground Rivers

The Xcaret River experience is easily one of the most popular things to do in Xcaret Park. The underground rivers flow about 16.4 feet below the ground. Xcaret Park gives you a life vest & flippers for the river experience. I went with my family, a group ranging from a 50-something-year-old who couldn't swim to kids who could kind of swim to myself, an Olympic gold medalist. Oh wait, that's not me. I'm not an Olympic medalist but I know how to swim more or less. The swimming experience is easy. Simply hold on to the road as a guide & the lifejacket helps keep you buoyant. 

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For snorkeling, guests can rent snorkel gear for a cost as well as a refundable deposit. However, if you have an Xcaret Plus ticket, you only need to pay the refundable deposit. Take a look at the Xcaret website for information about the underground rivers.

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Paradise River allows you to witness the beauty of the underground rivers without having to dive into the water. Paradise River runs along stretches of the Tropical Jungle Trail as you waft a raft. If you're not a swimmer or don't want to get wet, this is a superb option. Whether you swim through it or float through it, don't miss the experience of the Xcaret underground river in Quintana Roo, Mexico.

Due to the whole underwater aspect, I didn't bring a phone or a camera so I made sure to utilize the photo-taking capabilities of my wristband. I took some photos throughout Xcaret Park but not at all during the underground river exploration. I love photos & being able to fondly look back on memories but sometimes you just have to completely absorb without any distractions.

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How Long is the Underground River at Xcaret Park?

The river has an extension of 656 yards & an average depth of 5 ft. The underground rivers aren't for practicing laps, you can't just swim willy-nilly wherever you want. Parts of the underground river are literally pitch black & you'll want to follow the rope lead like it's nobody's business. Other parts enable you to revel in the natural light of the sun. If you ever feel over your head, scared, or as though you've had enough, you can leave at one of the designated exits along the way. 

Life jacket use is mandatory & it helps you float throughout the course. There are no waves so you don't have to stress about being overpowered. That said, everyone must wear a life jacket. Why wouldn't you want to? Like I said, it gets dark in certain areas so you'll appreciate those safety precautions when you're in the water.

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How Cold is the Water in Xcaret?

I visited in December & parts of the Xcaret underground river waters were cold-ish but nothing frigid. If you visit in summer, I imagine the temperature of the water is refreshing or warm! Even throughout that December day, the air felt warm against your skin, the sun shone brightly, and a drop of sweat rolled down your cheek after tracking all afternoon. The underground river sounds refreshing right now.

Tickets & Admission

There are Food and Beverage tickets, Photopass tickets, adult options, and child options, so choose what works for your family, depending on what attractions you want to see. Beautiful Xcaret Park offers experiences you won't forget. They even have fun, educational, exciting performances! Google it and read a review or two to see what others say.

Xcaret Plus admission includes several convenient, fun perks such as:

- One lunch buffet

- Tours in three underground rivers

- Xcaret México Espectacular presentation

- Access to the beach, inlet, & natural pools

- Visits to the Butterfly Pavilion, Coral Reef Aquarium and the Aviary

- Children’s World, a place of fun exclusively for the little ones

- Horse Exhibition, Papantla Flying Men and Pre-Hispanic Dances

- Tropical jungle trail

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Xcaret Mexico Espectacular Show

Xcaret Mexico Espectacular Show is fantastic, showstopping, acrobatic, cinematic, & entertaining as hell. The costumes alone were a masterpiece with bobbing flamingos & jellyfish dancing their way across the stage. Hundreds of cast members make their appearances throughout the show, with somewhere around 300 to be present. You'll experience the history of Mexico through song & dance. You'll watch a terrifying match of the Mayan fireball game. Learn more about the Expectacular Show on their website and check the hours.

Address: Carretera Chetúmal Puerto Juárez Kilómetro 282, Solidaridad, 77710 Playa del Carmen, Q.R., Mexico

Where Can We Stay Nearby?

It also includes the use of snorkeling gear, lounge chairs, hammocks rest areas, free parking, & more. Read about the Plus admission features on the Xcaret website. If you plan to stay for more than a whole day, it certainly helps to spend the night in a nearby hotel. If you have money to spend, the Hotel Xcaret Mexico is the most convenient choice. They have 900 rooms ready for you & your family. 

The Hotel Xcaret Mexico has an ALL-FUN INCLUSIVE® vacation option which includes unlimited access to the parks Xcaret, Xel-Ha, Xplor, Xplor Fuego, Xavage, Xoximilco & Xenses, tours to Xenotes & Xichen, transportation between parks, airport shuttle, food & drink.

If you have a car or rental car you can drive in from your own hotel, Airbnb, or wherever you're staying. That's what we did. We drove in for the day. Had fun. Swam in an underground river. Ate tacos with an ocean view. Saw flamingos. 

I positively enjoyed my time at Xcaret eco park in Playa del Carmen, Quintana Roo with a range of family members. Kids, adults, & elders can revel in the diverse entertainment, good food, & fun. I definitely could've stayed longer; I'm sure it would have been fun & I would've tried out more of the features. Hope you have a chance to enjoy it yourself!

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Visiting Mexico

Mexico is a large country with so much to offer, making it the perfect spot for a fun trip. Playa del Carmen and Riviera Maya an incredible places to explore. Take a look at the Visit Mexico website for more tourism information. Did you know Mexico has 32 states? Aguascalientes, Baja California, Baja California Sur , Campeche, Coahuila, Colima, Chiapas, Chihuahua, Durango, Mexico City, Guanajuato, Guerrero, Hidalgo, Jalisco, Mexico, Michoacan, Morelos, Nayarit, Nuevo León, Oaxaca, Puebla, Queretaro, Quintana Roo, San Luis Potosi, Sinaloa, Sonora, Tabasco, Tamaulipas, Tlaxcala, Veracruz, Yucatán, & Zacatecas.

Cancun, located in the state of Quintana Roo, is certainly one of the more popular locations but it is not for nothing. With crystal clear warm water & absolutely intoxicating food like huitlacoche tacos. What is huitlacoche you ask? What does it taste like? Read this post. Search for a place to eat, there are plenty of options in Cancun. You'll have a great trip!

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Halliwell Manor: Where is the Charmed House Located? Where was Charmed Filmed?

If you're a Charmed fan you've seen a lot of Halliwell Manor over the seasons. In the TV show, the Victorian-style manor is based in San Francisco, but that's not where the series was filmed. 

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Where did the Halliwell sisters live on the tv series “Charmed”?

The witches lived in San Francisco. The Halliwell family went through a lot of tribulations & jubilations in that house in San Francisco. And plenty of magic! It was passed down over the generations. The Book of Shadows played an important part up in their attic of those witch sisters, Piper, Prue Phoebe and Paige. 

The Warren line of witches is powerful. For the most part, we saw the women inside their home with shots of the outside of the Halliwell house more seen during transitions for scenes. The manor stayed in the Warren family line for four generations. Where was this filmed? If you were ever wondering about the Halliwell manor Charmed houses, this post has the information you're looking for. 

Halliwell Manor: Where is the Charmed House? Where was Charmed Filmed?  1329 Carroll Avenue in Los Angeles, California Charmed house San Francisco
Doing some external maintenance on the Charmed House/Halliwell house in LA.


Where Is Halliwell Manor in real life? The house used for Charmed is a real house that real people live at. There are no tours. It is a neighborhood with people please be respectful. The address is 1329 Carroll Ave Los Angeles, CA 90026. The whole street is historic!

If you're in the LA area you need to check out the Halliwell manor near the Echo Park neighborhood. Where is Charmed filmed? You can actually find the Charmed house location in Los Angeles. Can you believe it? 

I suppose it's not the biggest surprise considering Hollywood & Los Angeles is well-known for being a big part of the movie industry. That said, the tv show takes place in San Francisco so it is a bit of a shock to find out that's not where it was shot. 500 Hidden Secrets in LA.

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Plan a trip! The address is 1329 Carroll Ave Los Angeles, CA 90026. The entire street is lined with remarkable, unique homes that you won't want to miss. The home's estimated value as of August 2020 is just over $1,100,000, & it has only gotten more popular with time. These days people have easy access to watching the Charmed TV show snuggled in their pajamas tucked in bed as they watch Netflix. It's certainly having its revival in popularity.

If you like to travel, add this location to your bucket list if you are a big fan. Not only is it a beautiful house but the street is lined with remarkable Victorian-style manors. Read 111 Places in Los Angeles that you can't miss!

“Our powers are not toys.” - Prue Halliwell: Season 1, Episode 2 

You can find the original structure of the house on 1329 Carroll Ave Los Angeles, CA 90026, along with a bunch of other beautiful houses on the same street, such as the Heim House which is at 1320 Carroll Avenue. 

The Victorian mansions are worth a visit since you're already in the area. They filmed loads of outside shots of Halliwell house for the show, so it's easily recognizable. Walk around the neighborhood to get the full scope of the Victorian-style manor, architecture, windows, even the door!

If you want to shop online so you can have episodes conveniently located at your home, opt for Charmed: the Complete Series or start with Charmed Season 1. Do you have a favorite season? 

Whether you're a new Charmed fan or you've seen every episode 100 times & can quote every line, no matter what - you are welcome here on my blog!

Los Angeles has literally thousands of things you can potentially do, so this is just something to do if you have extra time or are a Charmed fan. Surprisingly, it's not very well known that the Charmed manor is actually in LA. I found it on accident as I was looking at the map, it just showed up. Carroll Avenue is located in Los Angeles near Echo Park. The neighborhood is beautiful.

Is the Halliwell Manor a Real House?

Oh yes! It's definitely a real house & a stunning one at that, well from what I've seen at least since you can't tour it. However, the exterior of the house is different than the set they used for the inside of the house. The furniture on TV is not the same as the actual interior of the house. When I visited they were doing construction on the exterior of the house. It looked like they were just doing standard maintenance to make it look refreshed. It's an old Victorian house after all. Explore the area, there are other gorgeous houses to see.

People live in the home so it's not available for tours or anything tour options I know of. Where did the Halliwell sisters live on the tv series “Charmed”? In the tv show, the home is supposed to be on 1329 Prescott Street, San Francisco. But there's no location to tour in San Francisco!

“We kick evil’s ass every day.” “Sometimes twice a day.” - Paige Matthews and Piper Halliwell: Season, 4, Episode 15

Is the Charmed House Los Angeles Historic?

In 1976, the entire 1300 block of Carroll Avenue was listed as a National Register of Historic Places. (Learn more about the National Register of Historic Places.) The Carroll Avenue 1300 block contains the highest concentration of Victorian Era residences still standing in Los Angeles. The interesting homes are considered part of the Eastlake & Queen Anne style. Built by real estate developer and city councilman, Daniel Innes, the Charmed house location in real life is called the Innes House. It's one of the original homes build during the 1880s on Carroll Avenue in Angelino Heights.

These nine Victorian residences are considered Los Angeles-Historic-Cultural Monuments as they represent times long gone, a dedication to architecture, beauty, design. This house had some external work done such as a paint job & fixing the roof, but much of it remains intact. For the most part, it's still the original structure. 

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Can You Visit the Halliwell Manor?

Here's the thing: the Halliwell house is a real house & real people live there. It's a private residence and historical landmark. It's a historic home, the Innes House. The whole street is a historic site. It's not a fake house on a fake street with fake people. It's a neighborhood with humans who genuinely live there. Be considerate & respectful when you visit. Don't walk directly onto their property, keep your distance & get a shot from the sidewalk. The home is tall so you don't want to cut it out by getting too close anyway! You can't go inside but you can take photos from the outside. The real name of the house is the Innes House.

Where was Charmed Filmed?

Perhaps you're searching for the Charmed house San Francisco. For the most part, the filming location for Charmed was at Paramount Studios at 5555 Melrose Avenue, Hollywood, Los Angeles, California, USA. Exterior shots of Halliwell manor were shot at 1329 Carroll Avenue in Los Angeles, California. Despite the tv show being based in San Francisco, they didn't film there! There is no Charmed house San Francisco.

Don't Forget to Check Out the Thriller House

While you're in the area, check out the Thriller House on the same block. The address is 1345 Carroll Avenue in Angelino Heights. The home is called the Sanders House & is well-known as the place featured in Michael Jackson's Thriller music video. Check out the Thriller CD on Amazon. You'll love walking around the neighborhood known for its architecture and history.

You might be interested to read my blog post about checking out the Gilmore Girls location: Where Was Gilmore Girls Filmed? Where Is Stars Hollow?

About Charmed

The Charmed series has eight seasons that aired from October 7, 1998, until May 21, 2006. Fans across the globe were devastated when the show was canceled but at least we can watch it now. Since the show first aired in 1998, the fashion & style really reflects the era. They have some pretty iconic outfits & cool looks. These badass witches use their powers to fend off the world of evil & other creatures & demons that come into the mix. 

The Book of Shadows is a family spellbook filled with all the essentials of witchcraft. The manor has been in the Warren line for four generations. The Book of Shadows includes spells, incantations, instructions for potions, & everything in between. There are even some Book of Shadow Replica books out there. The tv show received a cult following of people who enjoy watching the episodes to this day. Perhaps you are one of those people! I know I am. They are the Charmed ones. 

“Stop trying to predict the future, that’s my job.” - Phoebe Halliwell: Season 2, Episode 16

The main actors include Shannen Doherty, Holly Marie Combs, Alyssa Milano, T.W. King, Dorian Gregory, Greg Vaughan. Karis Paige Bryant, Brian Krause, Julian McMahon, Rose McGowan, Drew Fuller, & Kaley Cuoco. The show is supposed to take place in the city of San Francisco, California: located on 1329 Prescott Street, San Francisco.

The main characters are Piper Halliwell, Phoebe Halliwell, Prue Halliwell, Paige Matthews, Leo Wyatt, Darryl Morris, Cole Turner, Wyatt Halliwell, Elise Rothman, Inspector Andy Trudeau, Billie Jenkins, & a bunch more. Did you know you can buy Piper Halliwell action figure dolls online?!

Once again, find the Halliwell Manor located on 1329 Carroll Avenue in Los Angeles, California.  The street has a bunch of interesting houses. Los Angeles has rooftop bars to enjoy creative cocktails & trendy places to eat, but it also has the Halliwell Manor! The Victorian-style manor is near Echo Park, so you can spend the afternoon in the area; hang out at the park, reading a book under the cozy shade of a swaying palm tree. 

The great thing about television is that it allows you to live a different life, meet new people, take part in a world you've never been to. 

Have you visited? Please feel free to share your experience, your favorite Charmed episode, or anything. Hope you have a great day & happy watching! Do you have a favorite season or character? What's your favorite thing to do in Echo Park/Angelino Heights?

Other Things to do: San Diego Edition

Things to Do in North County San Diego, California. North County San Diego has hundreds of e experiences to offer, from coastal surfing to hiking in the mountains to sipping craft beer. The coastal cities are Carlsbad, Del Mar, Encinitas, Oceanside, Solana Beach, and Vista. Inland cities are Escondido, Poway, San Marcos. The mountain cities include Ramona & Valley Center. 

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Things to Do in North County San Diego, California

Travel outside of popular areas of San Diego County such as downtown, La Jolla, & Balboa Park. They're fantastic & iconic & certainly worth a visit, but this post is all about visiting the north part of the county. 

Your family will have the best time in North County! What is there to do in North County San Diego? Quite a lot! If you get an opportunity to travel to this area in Southern California, you'll find shopping, music, events, & more! You'll find that it's the life of the part.

Related reading: Coffee Shops in Carlsbad, California


Hiking and Breweries craft beer Things to Do in North County San Diego, California



Remember this post is more for future reference as travel starts to open up again. Please be safe. Socially distance yourself from others whenever possible. Wear your mask. I went on a hike & nearly everyone wore a mask. There weren't many people on the trail, but each person put their mask on as they passed by, especially in narrow areas of the trail where you can't distance yourself. It's like sunscreen, hat, water, it's protection! Why wouldn't I protect myself?


What is Considered North County in San Diego? What Towns are North of San Diego? 

North County San Diego consists of coastal regions as well as inland regions. The coastal cities include Carlsbad, Del Mar, Encinitas, Oceanside, Solana Beach, and Vista. The inland cities include Escondido, Poway, San Marcos, and the northern part of the City of San Diego. The mountain cities include Ramona & Valley Center. There's room to explore the lifestyle as you travel through the coastal & inland cities. 

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Things to do: What is There to Do in North County San Diego?


Beaches

You'll find numerous beaches to choose from in the Southern California area. Del Mar, Encinitas, Carlsbad, & Oceanside are all beach towns in North County. Each city has its own range of beaches to pick from. You could travel from beach to beach if you really wanted to. South Carlsbad State Beach, Tamarack Surf Beach, South Oceanside Beach, South Ponto Beach, Moonlight State Beach, Buccaneer Beach Park, Oceanside Harbor Beach, & many more!

Hikes 

Spend the day doing outdoor activities. While people aren't raving about the stunning views, I'd consider nature one of the best things to do in North County San Diego! Discover miles of hidden hills in Escondido's Way Up Trail, Harmony Grove Overlook, and Equine Incline Loop at Elfin Forest Recreational Reserve. Del Dios Gorge Trail at Lake Hodges in Escondido looks like a relaxing beachfront vacation instead. 

People spend their day at the lake fishing & simmering in the sun like a turkey roasting in an oven. Walk around the Encinitas lagoon. Don't miss Annies Canyon Trail via North Rios Trailhead Loop, part of the San Elijo Lagoon Ecological Reserve. I went with a couple friends & it was a beautiful experience. 

Hike Batiquitos Lagoon in Carlsbad for an incredible view of the lagoon near the Pacific Ocean. Potato Chip Rock, Double Peak Trail, Way Up Trail, Lake Calavera Loop Trail. There are soooo many hikes & trails, do a little bit of Googling or use AllTrails!

Water Activities

Once you get up to North County you'll find lots of fun options such as shopping, travel, heading to a museum, or to the sea. Surf at the ocean. Rent a paddleboard or pedal boat at Lake San Marcos Marina. The area offers plenty of water activities whether you want to just hang out at the beach or lake, or if you want to kayak, surf, etc. There's the Wave Water Park in Vista.

Gardens

We already know the abundance of opportunities & activities in San Diego (like kicking in in La Jolla or spending the afternoon at Torrey Pines), but there are literally hundreds of things to do in North County San Diego. There's the Alta Vista Botanical Gardens in Vista, California. Stroll around the San Diego Botanic Garden in Encinitas. Go shopping for plants at Buena Creek Gardens in San Marcos.

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Grab coffee or tea at one of the many coffee shops in Carlsbad, Oceanside, etc!


Coffee & Tea

Old California Coffee House and Eatery, Peet's Coffee, Leap Coffee, Baba Coffee, Bird Rock Coffee Roasters. There's really no shortage of coffee options. You can support small, locally owned businesses rather than big chains like Starbucks. 

Breweries in Vista

San Diego is known for its craft beer, it's kind of San Diego's thing. There are actually a lot of breweries in North County. In Vista, you'll find Bear Roots Brewing Co., Wavelength Brewing Company, Backstreet Brewery, Mother Earth Brewing Company, Ebullition Brew Works, Barrel Harbor Brewing, Booze Brothers Brewing Co., BattleMage Brewing Company, Belching Beaver Pub 980, Latitude 33 Brewing Company, Helia Brewing Company. Downtown Vista is popping in general!

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Don't miss the craft beer & brewery scene in North County; Vista has a lot of breweries!


Breweries in Carlsbad

In Carlsbad, you can find Jacked Up Brewery & Culver Beer Co. There's probably more! 

Breweries in Oceanside

In Oceanside, you'll find breweries such as Oceanside Brewing Company, Black Plague Brewing, Belching Beaver Brewery Oceanside, Northern Pine Brewing, Kilowatt Brewing Oceanside Taproom, Legacy Brewing Company, Breakwater Brewing, Bagby Beer Co. As far as things to do in North County San Diego, craft beer is at the top of the list.

Wineries

Although San Diego County isn't a notable wine country, there's still plenty of wine & some rolling hills of wineries hidden away within North County SD. 2Plank Vineyards in Vista, La Fleur's Winery in San Marcos. Escondido is the biggest hub for wine since it's perfectly located for wineries. 

Deer Park Winery & Auto Museum, Belle Marie Winery, BK Cellars Urban Winery & Tasting Lounge are all in Escondido. 

Twin Oaks Valley Winery in San Marcos. Witch Creek Winery in Carlsbad.

Other Adult Beverages

Prefer mead? Head to Meadiocrity Mead or Twisted Horn Mead and Cider in Vista.

Hiking in Escondido & San Marcos, California - Things to Do in North County San Diego, California
Lots of hiking & nature in North County SD, such as in Escondido!


Parks 

Grape Day Park & Kit Carson Park in Escondido are popular amongst locals. Kit Carson Park has hiking trails, tennis courts, soccer fields, & other convenient amenities. There's Brengle Terrace Park and Buena Vista Park (also called Alta Vista Gardens) in Vista. 

Oak Riparian Park in Oceanside has a playground, nature trails for hiking, as well as a picnic area. There's also Buddy Todd Park, Capistrano Park, Guajome Regional Park, Mance Buchanon Park in Oceanside, California. 

Don't worry - Carlsbad has parks too, including Aviara Community Park, Alga Norte Community Park, Hidden Canyon Community Park, Cannon Park. Holiday Park, Magee Park, & more. 

You'll find San Marcos Brandley Park packed with what seems like the entire county for the 4th of July fireworks. Del Mar has Seagrove Park, Powerhouse Park & Beach, Del Mar Shores Park, North Bluff Preserve, San Dieguito County Park. Parks are free, so your bank account will be appreciative.

San Diego Zoo

The San Diego Zoo Safari Park is located in Escondido, California. Fun story: I used to work there, but that's a story for another day. The Safari Park is different than the San Diego Zoo location in Balboa Park. People travel from all over the globe to go to the zoo & Safari Park.

LEGOLAND California

Located in Carlsbad, LEGOLAND California is a popular & fun destination for families & children. If your kiddos like Legos, this is the spot for them. They even have a hotel so you can stay on the property without having to navigate to & from the theme park every day. Take a look at the Legoland website for tickets, dining menu options, park maps, & more. 

Shopping at Westfield North County

You'll find lots of shopping options throughout Northern San Diego County. Westfield North County in Escondido has stores, food court, & other dining options. Take the family& kids shopping, run a couple errands, grab some food, you could stay there for hours. Check out the Westfield North County website for updates.

Schools

If you want to get an education, you can do it smack dab in North County. Cal state? We got you! California State University, San Marcos (CSUSM) is a four-year university in San Marcos. Community colleges? You can find Palomar College in San Marcos, with six other education sites in North San Diego County as well as MiraCosta College, a community college in Oceanside. 

Outdoors and Other Things

The Queen Califia's Magical Circle sculpture garden in Escondido is cute, especially with kids.

Oceanside, California

Read my full blog post of things to do in Oceanside, California: restaurants, coffee shops, what to see, & more! If you're in Oceanside, you can't miss the Oceanside Pier, Mission San Luis Rey, Oceanside Sunset Market, Oceanside Harbor Village, spending an afternoon at the beach or munching at restaurants or breweries. 

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Encinitas, California

Like strolling by the beach? There are plenty of things to do in Encinitas, California. Walk down Main Street Encinitas. Read my blog post about things to do in Encinitas, California. Whether you're a local to North County San Diego or an out-of-town visitor, you'll find sun, fun, food, & drinks in Encinitas. Moonlight Beach, Cardiff State Beach, San Elijo State Beach, & Swami's State Beach are some of the popular beaches in town.

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Del Mar, California

Del Mar is closer to San Diego than other North County cities, but still far enough to have its own personality. Del Mar is a cute beachy town with local shopping, food, & views of the Pacific Ocean. It's home to the Del Mar Fairgrounds. Read my blog post about the Del Mar Fair, now called the San Diego County Fair. You can travel up the coast of Encinitas into Oceanside & beyond. 

Related reading: Encinitas Coffee Shops: Searching for the Best Coffee in Town

No matter what your interests are - hiking, travel, shopping, fun, food, coffee, tea, craft beer, cocktails, beach days, mountains, lakes, lagoons, fishing, surfing, you'll find hundreds of things that you can do in the North County area. The area has historic value, fantastic food, and it's worth sharing all the things you may do in the area. The question is: what do you WANT to do? What do you like? You'll find something that you love!

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What is Another Word for Important?

How do you convey something of extreme importance? 

Whether you're crafting a work email or writing a story, you might be trying to figure out what is another word for important? 

You'll learn synonyms of important so you can find other words with the same meaning. There are more synonyms for important than I realized. 

You don't have to search any longer. These words are useful if you are looking for new words to use in a sentence for work, an essay, a note, or whatever you need it for! There are many ways to articulate the significance of something by using these English words.  

Scroll down to see the main words related that you can use. 

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Writing can be hard. Whether are you are researching a 12-page paper for a class or you have to write something for your boss, there is always pressure to perform & do an outstanding job. Once you get frustrated or frazzled and then it gets even harder to think clearly. It's helpful to use synonyms if you feel stuck word-wise. 

Writing can be difficult & monotonous. A thesaurus can provide you with antonyms or a unique important adjective. A thesaurus can offer a refreshing related definition to switch up your verbiage. They even have a word of the day to help you learn a little bit each day. Use this list to influence your English word knowledge for the better.

Other Word for Important

A synonym is a word or phrase means the same as another word or phrase. Find the power in searching for a new English word, an adjective, noun antonyms, synonyms. It feels great! The search for knowledge is a never-ending hunt. I don't know every word in the English language nor do I know the meaning of every word, but that's why I use a thesaurus. 

Back in the day, you had to buy a big old paperback clunker of a book to enjoy the power of a thesaurus, but not you can just Google it or browse online. The good news is that there are plenty of synonyms for important.

Once you search other related English synonyms, it can save you significant time rather than having to Google relevant terms & waste time. These synonyms and adjectives might help you sound more distinguished or be able to better articulate if something is urgent, serious, or eminent. You can use these as alternative synonyms and adjectives day or night. These might help you sound more distinguished.

Keep reading to learn some examples of an adjective to utilize instead of important. It's always valuable to learn an adjective or two. There are plenty of synonyms for important, but some of the main ones are: Critical, Crucial, Imperative, Essential, Imperative, Momentous,  Necessary, Paramount, Urgent, Vital. Browse below for more!

im·por·tant /imˈpôrtnt/ 
adjective 
Definition: of great significance or value; likely to have a profound effect on success, survival, or well-being.

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Important synonyms list


Synonyms for important. 

There are plenty of related words for important.

What is another word for very important? Here are similar or related words to use instead of important:

Big
Big League
Critical
Crucial
Decisive
Eminent
Essential
Extensive
Famous
Historic
Imperative
Influential
Leading
Meaningful
Momentous
Necessary
Noteworthy
Paramount
Principal
Relevant
Serious
Significant
Substantial
Urgent
Vital
Utmost importance

These dictionary synonyms for the word important basically come from the thesaurus, so it will help you find relevant words for what you need. Use this list for examples of related words to add to your speech or if you want to figure out a way to articulate an important matter, something of great consequence. There are plenty of synonyms for the word important. These are pretty similar words.

What is an Antonym?

Synonyms, antonyms - what does it all mean? Antonyms have the opposite meaning of a synonym. For example, the antonym of "big" would be "small."
 
Antonyms for the word important could include:

Inessential
Insignificant
Little
Meaningless
Miniature
Minor
Narrow 
Optional
Prestigious
Trivial
Uncritical 
Unimportant 
Unnecessary 
Useless

Ways to Use Other Words for Important in a Sentence

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What is a Noun?

There are a couple types of nouns. A common noun is a word used to identify people, places, or things. A proper noun is used to name a particular person, place or thing (such as Mr. Rogers, Florida, or IHOP). Never underestimate the value of learning a new English word, discovering a new meaning or a noun or an adjective. Did you learn a new adjective or synonym for important? The dictionary & thesaurus are great resources to learn more English.

Cheers to Learning: Synonyms Antonyms

Here's the great news: you can always learn more & improve your writing & grammar. I know I'm always learning something. English was never my favorite class, I was never particularly great at it either. It's not like it can define the nuances of grammar but overall I know the difference between a noun for an adjective. If I'm at a loss for the meaning of a word or need help with synonyms, antonyms, etc for important, I can always consult with the thesaurus. 

Sometimes playing word games can help you learn new words, whether it's Scrabble or the crossword puzzle. Take your grammar to the next level. Learning is powerful, it can influence you throughout your life. You can even quiz yourself or quiz your friends.

More Vocabulary Help

If you want more vocabulary inspiration, read my blog post List of Nice Words to Use More. Learn new words such as dulcinea & natter in my Vocabulary Time series! Which synonym of important do you use? Is there one word I missed? What are your tips for writing or coming up with new words so you don't keep using the same thing over again? What are your favorite important synonyms? Did you sign for the word of the day? Hopefully, this post was useful! 

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