Mother's Day is more than just buying a card and flowers. Show mom how much she's appreciated. Treat Mom to something extra special - from brunches, hot air balloon rides, spa treatments, or just spending some quite time with mom - - we've listed some ideas to create a Mother's Day she'll never forget.

Mother’s Day on the Bay at Loews Coronado Bay Resort
Loews Coronado Bay Resort’s talented Chefs are pleased to present a lavish Mother's Day brunch buffet from 10:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. in the Market Café overlooking the resort’s beautiful marina. Guests enjoy free-flowing bubbles, custom omelets, eggs benedict, assorted sushi and shellfish, grill and carving station complete with traditional ham, roast beef and lamb, made-to-order crêpes and waffles, and a dessert station. The cost is $60 for adults and $30 for children, plus tax and gratuity. Reservations are required and can be made by calling 619-424-4443.

Mother's Day Champagne Jazz Brunch Cruises
May 11, 2008 | 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 p.m. or 2:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Hornblower Cruises | 1066 North Harbor Drive, Downtown San Diego
Treat mom to a spectacular live Jazz Champagne Brunch Cruise with Hornblower! Whisk her onboard the new Inspiration Hornblower to enjoy the scenery of San Diego Bay. Enjoy a gourmet brunch, free flowing champagne and spectacular desserts. Every mom will take home a free flower, compliments of Hornblower!
Reservations required. $69.95 for Adults, $45.97 for Children (ages 4 to 12)*Rate includes gratuity, tax is additional.
Reservations: 1-888-HORNBLOWER (888-467-6256)

KIFM Mother's Day Jazz Brunch at The Abbey
May. 11, 2008 | Seating for the early brunch is from 10:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. Seating for the late brunch is from 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
The Abbey | 2825 Fifth Avenue, Downtown San Diego
The Abbey on Fifth as it opens its doors for a special Mother's Day Jazz Brunch featuring smooth jazz artist Burton Brion. Enjoy a gourmet brunch, free flowing champagne and spectacular desserts with either option. Every mom will take home a free flower, compliments of Hornblower!
Reservations required. $55.45 for Adults, $36.67 Children (Ages 4-12) *Rate includes gratuity, tax is additional. (THIS IS A LAND VENUE)
Reservations: 1-888-HORNBLOWER (888-467-6256)

House of Blue Gospel Brunch
May 11, 2008 | Brunch Buffet 11 a.m. and 2nd seating at 2 p.m.
San Diego House of Blues | 1055 Fifth Ave, San Diego, CA 92101
Gospel Brunch is a one-of-a-kind live music show and dining experience. Guests enjoy a delicious all-you-can-eat southern style buffet that features breakfast favorites plus a host of southern specialties.
Cost: Brunch - $35.00 for adults, $18.50 for children 6 to 12
Tickets: (619) 299-2583

Mother's Day Buffet @ 94th Aero Squadron
May 11, 2008 | Brunch Buffet 9 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.; Dinner buffet 4:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
94th Aero Squadron: | 8885 Balboa Ave, San Diego, CA 92123
Feast on carved roast beef or create-your-own omelets, pasta, salads, waffles and crepes Suzetteand more.
Cost: Brunch - $25.95 for adults, $12.95 for children 4 to 10
Dinner - $31.95 for adults, $13.95 for children 4 to 10
Reservations: (858) 560-6771
Note: **Advance reservations are required**

Mother's Day Champagne Brunch @ Westgate Hotel:
May 11, 2008 | 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Le Fontainebleau and Versailles Ballroom | 1055 Second Avenue, San Diego, CA 92101
Our Mother’s Day Champagne Brunch is a favorite Westgate tradition where mothers and their families are treated to a fabulous buffet featuring a variety of fresh seasonal salads, imported cheeses, traditional breakfast items, hot entrées, carving stations, made-to-order omelets, sushi and crepes. Luscious desserts: such as mini créme brûlées, seasonal fruit tarts and much more. All mothers are honored with a complimentary gift. Live entertainment.
Cost: $59 Adults; $25 Children under 12 (tax gratuity additional. Subject to change/availability)
Reservations: (619) 557-3655

Specialty Hawaiian - Spa treatments
The Fijian Stone Ritual, Hawaiian Fruits of Paradise, Thai Contouring Body Ritual, The Island Romance Ritual, The Thai Fruit & Flower Faciala and more.

Bring the Spa Treatment to Mom
In-Room Spa Services - Stress Relief Massage, European Facial, Aromatherapy Body Treatment Wraps and more.

Tidepools
Get back to nature and spend some quiet time at the shore with mom.

Grunion Runs
Grab some flip flops, a thermos of hot chocolate, and watch some grunion!

Wine Tasting
Wine Tasting and Dinners

Movie Time
Spend a day at the movies with mom

A day at Legoland
The ultimate family theme park, where everyone’s imagination runs free. Over 50 rides, shows and attractions make for a full day of one-of-a-kind adventures and a lifetime of memories.

Take Mom to the Clouds
Float over the hills of wine country Temecula while enjoying the splendor of a mountain sunrise.

Take a Safari
The San Diego Wild Animal Park is a unique zoo allowing animals to roam in herds over acres rather than feet - one of San Diego's most popular attractions and truly a must see.

Balboa Park Food and Wine School
1549 El Prado | San Diego, CA
Cooking classes, which focus on different cuisines and on notable local chefs
Information: 619.557.9441 x210

Extraordinary Desserts
2929 Fifth Ave. | San Diego, CA
Information: 619.294-7001

Self-Realization Fellowship Meditation Gardens and Hermitage
215 K St. | Encinitas, CA
Information: 760.753.2888

Nofufi Garden Gallery
90 N. Coast Highway 101 | Encinitas, CA
Information: 760.635.0556

Surf Diva
2160 Avenida de la Playa | La Jolla, CA
Information: 858.454.8273

Best Mother's Day Gifts

• Jewelry
• Home and school-made cards
• Help with chores, or a day of rest
• Spa trips and beauty products

• Help with chores
• Jewelry
• Quality family time
• Dinner out, or breakfast in bed
• Flowers
• A trip
• Spa and perfume products

Worst Mother's Day Gifts

• Kitchen appliances, garden tools and cleaning supplies
• Dead and poorly arranged flowers
• Cookie, candy and cakes

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