Winter at home might seem to last forever, so why not try something different this year and plan one of these warm winter getaways to ... be a bit partial to San Diego because we lived there ...

These are the four best spots for stargazing near San Diego! Plan your next dark-sky trip in or night photography in SoCal.

While some people prefer to hibernate through the winter season to beat the seasonal blues and icy weather, this time of year is a smart time to plan a weekend getaway and recharge your batteries.