Palm Trees, Donuts & Sunshine — Our Oceanside RV Getaway

After days of road-tripping along the California coast, we pulled into Oceanside RV Resort not entirely sure what to expect — but within minutes, we knew this would be one of the most relaxing and memorable stops of our trip.

The resort itself felt like a hidden gem. Tucked beneath swaying palm trees, it had a clean, laid-back vibe with a beautiful pool and hot tub area that became our evening go-to spot. Watching the sunset melt into the sky through the palms while soaking in the hot tub? Pure magic.

Oceanside’s location was perfect — close enough to the beach that we could ride our bikes straight to the sand. And of course, we had a mission: donuts.

Our first donut stop was Parlor Donuts, and wow — they lived up to the hype. Flaky, buttery, layered, and topped with all kinds of sweet, creative flavors. They quickly became Mike’s favorite donuts of the entire trip, and naturally, he left with a T-shirt to commemorate the experience.

The next morning, because one donut stop is never enough, we headed to Sidecar Donuts & Coffee. Totally different vibe — more classic and artisanal — but still delicious. After fueling up, we headed out for the day to explore Historic San Diego.

That afternoon was one of the highlights of the whole trip. The vibrant colors, lush tropical plant life, and festive atmosphere made Old Town San Diego feel like a celebration. We wandered through shops full of handmade crafts, spices, hot sauces, and bright pottery, stopping to snack on flavorful bites along the way. We picked up a few souvenirs — and of course, some bottles of hot sauce that made it all the way home.

On our way home, we stopped for tacos and ate them while we watched the sun set over the water.

The whole Oceanside stop had this perfect balance of relaxation and exploration. We swam, soaked, biked, snacked, shopped, and soaked up the sun — exactly the kind of trip that reminds you why life on the road is so worth it.