If you’ve been to San Diego for a beach vacation, you likely know checking water conditions near the Mexico border is about as typical as starting your day with a coffee in hand. What’s not typical is feeling the need to check for hazards as far north as Cardiff, one of my favorite local seaside …

Travelers heading to Mexico typically choose between Cancun, Puerto Vallarta, and luxurious Los Cabos for the ultimate beach vacation. All are incredible but are not without their flaws. Whether it’s unsightly crowds, hurricane season, or various beach hazards, expectations should always be tempered. Right now, as travelers begin flocking for summer vacations, the city has …