If you’re someone who loves a little coastal action—equal parts high-energy and high-end—Del Mar delivers the perfect package. We recently spent a weekend soaking in the sunshine, the style, and the rich history of this iconic California town, and I’m already counting down to our next visit.
See it ALL here on my Del Mar highlight reel.
🏇 The Races: Turf Club Magic, No Membership Required
Our weekend kicked off with Taste of the Turf Club at the legendary Del Mar Racetrack—the ultimate way to experience the exclusivity of the Turf Club without needing a membership. It’s refined, it’s historic, and it’s bursting with that race-day buzz.
Perched above the track with panoramic ocean breezes and white linen charm, the Turf Club felt like a step back into Hollywood’s golden era. We sipped bottomless mimosas and indulged in a beautifully curated three-course brunch by Executive Chef Bryn McArthur. Between the fashion, the food, and the thrilling photo finishes, it was pure magic.
And yes, you can feel the legacy here. Del Mar was founded in 1937 by Bing Crosby and a crew of his famous friends, and it still holds that glamorous, cinematic energy. You’re not just watching a race—you’re living a piece of history.
If you’ve been looking for a sign to live your SoCal fantasy, this is it. @delmarracing is awesome!
🎟 Grab your tickets: https://bit.ly/TOTCDelMar2025
👗 Don’t forget the dress code
✨ Summer racing runs through Sept. 7 – LET’S GO!
Del Mar: Rest, Recharge, and Resort Luxury
Before (and after) all the action at the track, we settled into total rejuvenation at the Fairmont Grand Del Mar—a five-star escape that felt like a true retreat tucked into canyon serenity, just minutes from the coast.
This stay had everything:
- A brand-new meditation room inside the spa—a quiet, candlelit sanctuary that offered guided breathwork, calming audio, and a true sense of stillness. Whether winding down after the races or starting the morning centered, it was a soul-refreshing highlight.
- A sparkling pool scene, where we lounged under the California sun, cocktails in hand, completely in our element.
- Elegant dining options throughout the property, perfect for every mood—romantic, celebratory, or simply relaxed.
- Sumptuous rooms with stunning views and plush comforts that made it nearly impossible to leave.
It was the perfect way to balance the vibrant energy of race day with luxurious downtime—one moment we were cheering horses down the stretch, and the next, melting into spa bliss.
✨ Why It’s the Perfect Package
This was the kind of weekend that fills your cup—glamorous, exciting, restorative, and totally unforgettable. For anyone craving a little coastal Del Mar magic, this is it: history, style, and serenity all in one.
Whether you’re in it for the velvet-rope Turf Club energy or the restorative canyon-side calm of the Grand Del Mar, you don’t have to choose.
You can have both—and trust me, you should.
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