Health + Wellness

A Journey Into The Past

In a world that looks at dementia through a bleak lens, George G. Glenner Alzheimer Family Centers Town Square® makes it just a little bit brighter. Article by Sarah Krueger | Photography by Joaquin Suarez For many with loved ones suffering from dementia, things can feel exceptionally gloomy. Isolation, confusion, and exhaustion mark their days as they care for a friend or family member with increasing cognitive decline. At Glenner Centers Town Square® in Chula Vista, both people with dementia...

Travel

Your Gateway to Adventure

The binational bridge that’s changing the face of travel in the Cali-Baja region Article by Sarah Krueger | Photography by Provided by CBX In 2015, a wildly innovative idea came to fruition. Connecting two vibrant communities—San Diego and Tijuana—the Cross Border Xpress, or CBX, became a literal bridge between the two nations, offering travelers an easily accessible means of travel between California and Baja California, MX The idea stemmed from the desire to solve an obvious problem: the...

Life + Culture

Outdoor Musts This July

Adventures That Await You Article by Adrian Estrada EXPERIENCES: North Island Credit Union Amphitheater The amphitheater is a great place to be this month if you’re interested in high-energy and groovy music. North Island Credit Union Amphitheater is hosting a country artist, Chris Stapleton, from July 10th to 11th. Then the metal/rock group Evanescence on July 17th. If you’re looking for great music, go visit North Island Credit Union Amphitheater. Sun Outdoor San Diego Bay Imagine...

Travel

Coastal Cool Meets Hero-Worthy Adventure

at Gaylord Pacific Resort on our Chula Vista Bayfront Article by Kara Witherow | Photography by Gaylord Pacific Resort Just seven miles from downtown San Diego, an extraordinary new destination has redefined the California getaway. Nestled along the scenic Chula Vista Bayfront, Gaylord Pacific Resort blends dramatic ocean, bay, and mountain views with unforgettable experiences designed for every type of traveler, and this summer will be legendary. Super Hero Summer featuring DC Can you...

Fitness

One Man’s Transformation

And the gym that got him there Article by Sarah Krueger | Photography by The Camp Transformation Center At first glance, a high-energy, bootcamp-style gym might seem like a place designed for the already motivated. The early risers, the seasoned athletes, or the ones who thrive on competition. But at The Camp Transformation Center in Chula Vista, the story is far more inclusive. Whether you’re chasing peak performance or simply searching for a place to begin, The Camp Transformation Center...

Food + Beverage

The Old Fashioned Way

Article by Sarah Krueger | Photography by RaeLynn Fuson There's something about a low lit room and the taste of oaky bourbon that makes this timeless classic the perfect go-to nightcap. Simple. Smooth. Straightforward. At home or on the town, this one is always a winner. Ingredients: 2oz Bourbon Whiskey 1 Large Ice Cube or Sphere 1 Pure Cane Sugar Cube 2 Dashes of Orange Bitters 2 Dashes of Angostura Bitters 1 Orange Rind Directions: Muddle. In your rocks glass, muddle...

Education

Sowing the Seeds of Education

The ripple effect of supporting families in their earliest years Article by Sarah Krueger | Photography by Provided by CDA For more than 50 years, Child Development Associates (CDA) has made a lasting impact on the lives of working families, creating positive change in the local community by supporting children, families, and childcare providers. Beginning right here in Chula Vista as a family business, the organization has grown from a small one-room preschool in Otay Mesa to serving tens of...

Real Estate

The Power of Reinvention

Mexico City born entrepreneur turned San Diegan realtor and business owner, Jorge Alvarez has built a life on action, resilience, and embracing change. Article by Sarah Krueger | Photography by Provided b Jorge Alvarez Jorge Alvarez is a man of action. Where others may spend days, months, or years planning their next move, Jorge jumps in head first. From the time he was 16 years old, Jorge considered himself an entrepreneur. Throughout his life he’s started roughly 14 businesses across all...

Fitness

Reclaim your Self

Find peace, consistency, and results with whole-person wellness coaching Article by Sarah Krueger | Photography by Rachel Ferguson As a woman, the day-to-day demands of life can quickly become overwhelming. Between fluctuating responsibilities, finances, fitness, and family expectations, it’s no wonder that so many women find themselves stuck—neglecting their own wellbeing, abandoning consistency, and struggling to hold it all together. That sense of foreboding overwhelm, though, isn’t...

Health + Wellness

Ancient Wisdom, Modern Medicine

Activate your body’s natural healing through integrative healthcare with Dr. Jillian Imilkowski, DACM, LAc. Article by Sarah Krueger | Photography by WorkPlay Branding Tucked away off Ridgeback Road, there’s a little acupuncture and wellness clinic with a big heart, sending ripples through the Chula Vista community and beyond. Though unassuming, the team at Urban Sage Acupuncture and Wellness walks their patients through some of their most transformational moments in life—a tremendous...