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Shelter Island, San Diego—a place where history and paradise collide! Once a naval outpost, this artificial island transformed into a mid-century getaway famous for its Polynesian-inspired resorts, tiki culture, and stunning waterfront views.

In this video, we explore Shelter Island’s iconic buildings that still stand today. This waterfront destination evolved into a mid-century paradise, embracing Polynesian design, tiki culture, and stunning bayfront architecture. It became a hub of Tiki-themed hotels, birthing iconic spots like Bali Hai, Humphrey’s Half Moon Inn, and Trader Mort’s. 

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:59 Denison Yachting - 2353 Shelter Island Drive - 1960 nautical-themed, a-frame roof
1:42 Fuel Dock - 2435 Shelter Island Drive - 1962 a-frame roof
2:00 H&M Marine - 2540 Shelter Island Drive - 1963 cantilevered a-frame roof, flying triangular gable, outrigger buttressing
2:17 IYC - 2515 Shelter Island Drive - 1957 L-shaped Hawaiian ranch house
2:52 2525 Shelter Island Drive - 1957 cross gable roof
3:08 Best Western Island Palms Hotel & Marina - 2051 Shelter Island Drive - 1960 a-frame lobby roof, tropical lobby, marina access
3:45 Yokohama Friendship Bell
4:16 Humphreys Half Moon Inn - 2303 Shelter Island Drive - 1959 Polynesian-style hotel with bow of fishing canoe
5:41 Humphreys By The Bay Restaurant - 1964 oversized a-frame entrance
6:08 Bali Hai - 1953 Polynesian-style hut with waterfront views, tiki idols
7:20 Trader Mort's - 2904 Shelter Island Drive - Javanese-style roof, lava rock, tropical decor, tiki masks, tiki idol