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City of Coronado

Surrounded by the Pacific Ocean, Glorietta Bay, and the San Diego Bay, this picturesque seaside resort destination is rich in history and natural beauty with a charming ocean village atmosphere. Coronado is most deserving of its royal nickname - "The Crown City."​ Incorporated in 1890, Coronado offers a unique lifestyle enjoyed by residents, and has welcomed visitors from around the world for more than 125 years. This uniquely enchanting city which measures 13.5 square miles, is home to some of the world's most pristine beaches, 18 public parks, an 18-hole golf course, tennis courts, public pool and recreation facilities, as well as dedicated bike paths. This vibrant, thriving community welcomes more than 2 million visitors annually to soak up the sun and the sand while enjoying the lush surroundings and village appeal of Coronado. With 15 hotels, including amongst them three world class resorts, 1,900 hotel rooms, and many highly acclaimed restaurants, this island community has a resident and Navy population of approximately 23,000 as well as a flourishing tourist population. Coronado is also home to Naval Air Station North Island (NASNI), Naval Amphibious Base Coronado (NAB), and Silver Strand Training Complex, supported by nearly 20,000 military and civilian personnel.