Very thoughtful. Exactly the kind of concept we're looking for. Nice and simple and something with some swirls. I like how you involved the ocean. So far we prefer #4 over #3 (just easier for us to visualize).
Thank you for the feedback. I'm glad you like it. I am willing to make any changes you might want to see, so feel free to let me know.
I also wanted to give you a heads-up that I will be going on vacation starting Sunday the 30th. I won't be back until late Wednesday, August 3rd, so I'd like to fine tune this before then. If my math is correct, you contest will end while away, but I also wanted to let you know that I can make revisions when I get back (when your contest is in 'judging' mode).
here is another version - i used a different font for "bed & breakfast" - i think this will be more readable at a smaller size. also changed the framework just a bit.
We still like #4 over #5. We also like your logo for Wildlife Heritage Foundation which has a designed image over some text. While we think we like the simple design of #4, we could also see what a design looking like the Wildlife one would be (but tailored to San Diego's downtown / beaches / SeaWorld).