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Thousands of whales migrate through the Pacific Ocean past San Diego every year. Because San Diego is so popular both for commercial fishing and tourism, it’s easy for boats to collide with whales. Collisions are especially serious for blue whales, which are endangered, but they also harm humpback and gray whale populations. If you spend…

If you’re looking for secret, undiscovered spots, you may want the road less traveled. However, there’s plenty to discover even on a strip of highway as famous as California’s Highway 1, known officially as the Pacific Coast Highway and affectionately at PCH. What Is it Like To Road Trip PCH? Driving up PCH is the…

Though whales have enjoyed a slight respite since the days of commercial whaling, their numbers are still declining at an alarming rate. Where humans used to kill seagoing mammals for food and resources, they now kill whales mostly through accidental collisions. Thankfully, concerned citizen scientists have been hard at work looking for a solution. What…

San Diego is a nature lover’s paradise. With gorgeous, sunny skies and comfortable temperatures nearly all year long, it’s no wonder that tourists and locals appreciate everything that this part of SoCal has to offer. Whether you are planning your itinerary or need a reason to break out of your routine, consider these spots and…

Have you ever wondered why the California Coast is the object of so many movies, stories, hopes, and dreams? It’s because its beauty is unparalleled. Its roughly 840 miles meander and change from north to south, revealing the state’s magical, diverse terrain. Although California’s coastal highways and beaches are stunning in their own right, what…

Whether you live in the Golden State or you just like to vacation there, California is a great destination for water activities. If you usually hang out on the beach, take your time on the water to the next level in 2022 with these San Diego yachting activities.  What Are Yachting Activities? Yachting activities include…

San Diego is one of the most popular destinations on the west coast, and for good reason. It has some of the best recreational opportunities, historical sites, and entertainment, combined with beautiful weather. If you plan to visit San Diego, you have plenty of options for seeing the sights. You could rent a car, take…

Southern California is known for its gorgeous weather all year round. No matter the occasion, a day out on the water never disappoints! Lucky for San Diego locals and natives, Next Level Sailing provides two types of experiences: private charter trips and shared sailing/whale watching tours. We guarantee that there will always be a licensed…

Looking for fun activities to do with your dog? Head on down to San Diego for an opportunity of a lifetime: whale watching! Get outside and enjoy the fresh ocean breeze with your pup by your side. Here at Next Level Sailing, we are dog lovers and we are now officially dog friendly. We are…

Conservation technology has come a long way since the days of simply veering out of the way of marine life at the ocean’s surface. The advent of smartphones has made it practical and affordable to implement conservation plans on a broad scale. Today, it is possible to tell informed mariners and citizens about wildlife hazard…

There are few outdoor activities as awe-inspiring as observing wildlife. For a once-in-a-lifetime experience, try a whale-watching adventure with Next Level Sailing off the coast of San Diego, where springtime conditions make for a beautiful and fulfilling trip. Where To Go Whale Watching in 2022 There are beautiful locations all over the world where you…

Mission Beach in San Diego is more than just a beach. Though it does boast nearly two miles of sandy coastline, city residents and visitors alike flock to it more for its oceanfront boardwalk than anything else. In addition to the shops and restaurants you would expect to see in any beach town, the Mission…