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Coronado is a tied island which is connected to the mainland by a tombolo (a sandy isthmus) called the Silver Strand. The explorer Sebastian Vizcaino gave Coronado its name and drew its first map in 1602. Coronado is Spanish term for "crowned" and thus it is nicknamed The Crown City.
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Spend the day relaxing on the beach or rent a bike and tour the island via Coronado's beachfront boardwalk. Take a stroll down Orange Avenue, Coronado's main artery, which is lined with shops, restaurants, galleries, theaters and the Coronado Museum of History & Art.
From storied to state-of-the-art, Coronado’s resorts are extraordinary. With spectacular views of the Pacific, San Diego skyline and Glorietta Bay, your room is more than a room – it’s an experience.
A magical island complete with historic turrets, cashmere-soft sands, lush parks, one-of-a-kind boutiques and atmospheric dining.
Featuring miles of spacious beaches, a pretty main street, and a historic seafront resort, Coronado Island makes a pleasant day trip from San Diego. Walk along Orange Avenue to browse the boutiques and try great food, from cozy bistros to burger joints. Head off to the waterfront to explore the dunes and lounge on the soft sand of the island ...
Francisco Vázquez de Coronado ( Spanish pronunciation: [fɾanˈθisko ˈβaθkeθ ðe koɾoˈnaðo]; 1510 – 22 September 1554) was a Spanish conquistador and explorer who led a large expedition from what is now Mexico to present-day Kansas through parts of the southwestern United States between 1540 and 1542.
