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San Diego Travel Guide
by Ron Arthur
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San Diego every traveler's fantasy! San Diego will fill
you with endless adventure; it is splendid vicinity to
visit through out the year having just the perfect
weather. This place is bestowed with divine breathtaking
beauty to allure you. Hmmm! What bliss? Who would like to
leave this piece of paradise and go back home? You can
feast your eyes on nature while sitting on sandy beaches
and spectacular long coastline, here you can brush off
your everyday worries and let yourself loose in the
nature. San Diego is a complete holiday package for family
as well as couple or a loner. The events and world-class
places in San Diego will keep you busy for quite a few
days. You'll long cherish your this trip to San Diego and
the reveries will keep you afresh long after your visit.
San Diego mainly is famed for its great weather and
captivating beaches but besides the perfect weather the
events and places of San Diego is also peerless. These
activities attract 30 million tourists every year with its
unique amusements. The invitation of multiple breath-
stopping events is open to people belonging to all varied
fields of life and having different tastes. A variety of
diverse entertainment and events awaits you in San Diego.
Events.
A whirlpool of events will surround you and leave you
gasping with all the excitement. Remember you should have
handsome amount of holidays in hand for your trip to San
Diego, there are a lot of venues and events worth catching
up with and of course you don't want to miss any. Lovely
climate of this eye-catching piece of earth allows having
activities round the year. A novel specialty of San Diego
is kite decorating and flying competition held in March on
Ocean beach supported by the perfect wind kite-flying
needs. Balboa Park offers Native American dancing, music
and art exhibition in American Indian Cultural Days in May
whereas things get in full swing with Block party at
Pacific Beach held on Garnet Ave the same month.
Famous two days Ocean beach fair and Chili Cook-off Street
bash in June is another candy for the visitors, it is
coupled with three-week Del Mar Fair, a mega county fair
held at the Del Mar Fairgrounds, with banner musical acts
and hundreds of carnival rides. Moreover US Open
Sandcastle Competition is held in Imperial Beach, south of
Coronado in the mid-July. Hottest month of the year August
is loaded with fun and fiesta, Hillcrest city Fest Street
fair is held in one of San Diego's chirpiest inner-city
areas in August. The Gaslamp Quarter party scene follows
in September during the San Diego Street Scene festival.
Bright, colorful, decked boats floating in San Diego's
harbor will crackle firework in your soul with its
fascinating vista. This Harbor parade of decorated,
dazzling lit boats in December is the next big event else
than Christmas with dozens of sparkling boats floating
gracefully in San Diego's harbor.
San Diego Attractions.
In addition to these stimulating occasions there are other
awe-inspiring must see venues that'll fill the thirst of
your nature-loving eye and give solace to your soul with
its miscellany. Room on the sun kissed beaches while
leaving behind your footprints on the sandy banks of San
Diego let the costal breeze brush through your hair though
the mild dry desert air whisper lovely unwritten melodies
to you. Feel one with water; let the blue green pure water
wash your lethargy away.
Sea world.
Yap! It's time to get wet. Get drenched in water with
the "soak zone" at the stunning show at sea world. Sea
world alone is enough exciting attractions for the San
Diego visit. It's worth coming to this place to be
transfixed by these magnificent sea-animals entertainment.
You got to come early not to miss anything, as there are
long lines at this place. Plus there is show timing that
of course you would hate to miss and it is only repeated
twice daily. Shamu the sensational gray killer whale
displays the masterpiece. The tricks played by Shamu are
so graceful and absorbing that by the end of the show
you'll for sure fell in love with this magnificent
creature of sea. Shamu-son of sea loves to splash water on
audience as a souvenir to them from him on their visit to
sea world. Seeing the popularity of Shamu, Shamu the
killer whale has become an unofficial symbol of the city.
You can fulfill your dream of touching a dolphin. Who can
resist loving such an adorable creature? Speculate a high-
energy dolphin show with state of the art special effects.
You can feed them or see others feeding them. Its main
lead character the star dolly decorates the dolphin show.
She stands like queen amongst other fellow dolphins.
Furthermore penguins, the sea otters and seals also
exhibit beguiling shows. You can have your marine life
choreographed with all these special animals. A unique
show of land's pets going to water and showing tricks for
water is also very thrilling. If you want to have tiny
winy break from seeing shows the haunted house can give
you a pause tied with thrill. Furthermore you can also
watch penguins, seals, dolphins, sea otters and ferocious
sharks swimming through the clear blue water. Food at Sea
world works like a catalyst for your tour, any meal you
get is superb in its quality.
Wild Arctic though a newer attraction at Sea World but
equals in amusing visitors reviving the tradition of Sea
world, it provides you a glance into life under the
northern seas and ice flows. The main feature of this part
is that it portrays the glacier image in full spirit; you
can actually smell of ice and snow and icicle drip under
the canopies, which is not less than a blessing in the
scorching heat of summer. Another secret to Wild Arctic's
admiration is white beluga whale in the tank at underwater
viewing area. Anyways I can safely says including all the
wonders San Diego's Sea world remains the kingdom of
Shamu, this is a must visit place at least once in life.
There are also "Cinderella carriages" available that'll
take you to a fairyland and seal your vision with charming
sea view tour along the harbor. A water ski display will
add in the variety of entertainment Sea world offers. The
last but of course not the least the night firework show
will leave breathless with its stupendous glory.
Contemporary art museum.
San Diego beaches are only about beautiful sunshine and
surfing, definitely it has much more to offer. If you are
not all time party-animal and would like to be mesmerized
by the nature then array of these spectacular places will
entangle your attention; with your visit to every new
place your enthusiasm to see the next place will be
enthralled. If you are interested in history or in a more
intellectual contentment, the museum of Contemporary art
is just the place for you. Surrounded by glamorous and
picturesque suburb of La Jolla, Museum of contemporary art
beholds brilliant collections of 1960s and 70s pop art and
minimalist, plus you can also scrutinize the conceptual
works and cross-border art from San Diego and Tijuana.
Besides this conventional type of museum you can see a
more untraditional San Diego's Maritime museum consisting
of three ships. This museum contains educational tools for
both adults as well as kids. These glorious vessels
present an elevating vision to its audience.
San Diego Zoo.
San Diego Zoo's world famous popularity is enough for its
introduction. San Diego Zoo is standing proudly in the
famous Balboa Park and is popular for a bouquet of
activities. One of the main attractions of San Diego zoo
is its collection of exotic animals fill you with
pleasure. One day is not enough for Zoo; try to divide
your tour to Zoo on two days to enjoy and see it fully.
This zoo serves as real treat for kids. 10 bio-climatic
zones from arctic tundra to rainforest make this Zoo more
intriguing. San Diego Zoo is habitat of over 3000 animals
ranging from small to endangered species of different
animals. The zoo starts with plants and leads to different
zones of zoo including the best part consisting on Pandas
exhibition and then the huge diversity of exotic rare
birds that are hard to find easily. It's really great fun
to see hippos swimming underwater through the glass-paned
viewing area. You can also feed and touch plus enjoy
watching the grandeur of jungle-tigers, gorillas and many
more rare endangered species.
With Wild Park take a journey in to virtual world due to
its geographical environment that is replicated in flora
and fauna. Experience the cool sky train safari, which
will provide you an overall fascinating view of Balboa
Park. Gondola cars are worth taking once to feel the
comfort of viewing the whole area while you mutely float
along.
Mission Bay Park.
This park has San Diego's biggest play ground. 27 miles of
shoreline, 19 miles of sandy beaches, free parking, great
playgrounds, picnic sites, barbecues, and basketball and
volleyball courts what else you need? This place is a
homeland of multiple activities like swimming, skating,
bicycling, kayaking, jet skiing and waterskiing that gives
fun to kids and adults. You can also take some sailing
lessons, rent a boat, or play golf or tennis.
Or you can simply bask in the sun lying on the beach
seeing the kids giggling on the sandy beach. Mission bay
park up-to date you with helpful maps, it also have gift-
shops where you can buy souvenir for your friends on your
way back home.
Other places.
Besides these important places mentioned above there are
still other awe-inspiring places to see. Fascinating
scenic beauty will transport you in to a utopia. You
should visit old Down Town San Diego to have peek in rich
cultural background of this of the finest city of America.
And also don't miss these hit list places La Jolla,
Cabrillo National Monument, Gaslamp Quarter, Hotel Del
Coronado and Mission San Diego de Alcal~.
Kids event venues.
Whenever you plan vacations, the first thing that comes to
your mind is what is there to interest kids where you are
heading? Even most of the times we go on a holiday just
for the kids so that they can enjoy, yes San Diego have a
lot of potential to entertain kids of all ages along with
adults at the same time.
Legoland.
San Diego premier theme park has something to offer for
kids of all ages even the toddlers. It is separated by
several areas specifying Dino Island, Explore Village,
Miniland USA, Funtown, Knight's Village, and Imagination
Zone. You'll feel kid's excitement mounting as they reach
the gate where a 9-foot, bright red, LEGO dinosaur welcome
them to a new experience of enjoyment, ecstasy, and
action. Legoland in itself is enough thrilling activity to
keep you engrossed for the whole day. It will accelerate
creativity and mount excitement in children as well as in
adults while they initiate exploring all the areas one by
one. Fun town part is especially designed fro kids it
offers "transportation opportunities" for young kids; they
can fly biplane, or play captain in a Lego boat or be a
pilot in a Lego helicopter. All the Legoland divisions
have something for kids to keep their interest in tact.
Fun town gives an ideal start to Toddlers that includes
Playtown and the Fairy Tale Brook boat ride. Intriguing
Castle hill presents two exhilarating coaster ride, Dragon
Coaster and SpellBreaker.
Older kids would definitely enjoy the Imagination Zone
which features the popular ride Fun Town's Sky Cruiser and
also LEGO TECHNIC Coaster. Out of five venues, only
Playtown provides a family theatre experience, don't miss
the chance; be sure to explore all the areas of Legoland
as it'll kindle both mental and physical activity in
children and adults. Besides Legoland, Sea world and Zoo
also offer a lot of pleasure for kids. San Diego's almost
every venue as something for children's interest.
Hotel Reservation.
Let the colors of benign nature spill over your soul,
indulge in luxuriant sun drenched sandy beach and feast
your eyes on the beautiful fire burned sun-set while the
turquoise crystal, silvery waves are splashing through
your feet relaxing in the balcony of your hotel nearing
beach. Hotels are easily available ranging from high rates
to cheapest. But even the cheapest of hotels do provide
best service. Rooms are available as low as 12 dollar a
day and up to 180 dollar + depending on their evaluation.
These hotels are neat and tidy and will make you feel like
at home away from home. Along with accommodation you can
enjoy food as well that starts from 5 dollar up to 20
dollar +. Hmmm! Not bad ha? So now you can shun your worry
that your trip will fall heavy on your purse you can enjoy
your visit to San Diego and also remain secure
financially. It's not that your return from San Diego will
leave you penniless, see you can enjoy your vacation to
the fullest with such competitive rates for every event
and entertainment San Diego have to offer.
A luxuriant mix culture of San Diego gives ample wide
selection of cuisines for you to ravish. Large assortment
of cuisine will baffle you but don't worry it's time to
taste all new delicious courses you never tasted before.
You have a chance to eat these special exquisite cuisines
that will make your trip a memorable one. There is a long
list of hotels you can choose from according to your taste
and affordability Like Gaslamp Strip Club will suit you if
you are a barbeque lover. Don't be embarrassed by the name
of the hotel it actually refers to strip steak. This is
the best place in town for meat-lovers. By the way Gaslamp
club is amid-range hotel so you can easily enjoy staying
and eating here.
Indulge in the luxury of eating right where the garnet
banks of beach meets the blue water of ocean at Kono's.
There is no better place then Kono's for delicious
breakfasts, burgers and sandwiches and a sea view as
bonus. Everyone can afford the competitive prices of
Kono's. Then comes the hi-fi Parallel 33, India, Morocco,
Japan, China and San Diego's fusion of all dishes is
available at this innovative restaurant. The prices are a
bit high but the assortments of diverse cuisines are no
match with the prices, they are simply mouth-watering.
There are also other budget and mid-range hotels you can
check according to your taste and desire.
Car rental.
If you are thinking that you'll reach to San Diego and
can enjoy your trip without a car think again. This is the
first thing you should be doing after reach to your
desired destiny. Yes you can take your own car too, but
I'll suggest why take this hassle of parking cars and then
walking long way to a hotel or elsewhere. Enjoy the trip
to the fullest rent a car and enjoy the scenes in your
drive to any of the places. San Diego is quite easy to
explore by car. If you are reaching to San Diego by plane,
airport itself offers a lot of ground transportation as
almost all the main car rental agencies have desks on the
airport lounges so you can rent a car right from the
airport. Or if you are desirous of traveling to San Diego
through car then there are three main routes that you can
choose from i.e. 1-5, I-8 or the I-15.
I-5 provides entrance from San Ysidro, to US-Mexico border
crossing, and to southern and most part of San Diego.
Through Southern California 1-8 starts from west and east
enters into Arizona where it connects with route number I-
10.
I-15 moves from north to south, with San Diego being the
farthest south.
Rental cars are also available form hotels and down town,
in addition if you are ready to try something new then
trolley (tram) service usage for traveling is also one of
the attractions in San Diego. Then Gray hound buses are in
abundance in the area and there is also the facility of
train. So you have a lot of choices to select from.
Air Travel.
San Diego international airport is just 10 minutes drive
out of down town. While landing at San Diego airport maybe
shocking for the new comers as the plane passes so close
from down town building. It is not a major gateway but
there are some direct flights to San Diego. If you are
flying from abroad then you might be coming from Los
Angles but the good news is the connecting flight to San
Diego only takes 35 minutes to reach at it's native
airport or you can get here by car as it's only take 2 hr
journey. There are a lot of air-shuttle agencies serving
the tourists to and fro the airport. As San Diego is one
of the most wanted places you can also get concession
packages through out the year, do check before booking
your tickets.
Vacation Package.
A lot packages that San Diego offers are so tempting and
ready to take you to most fabulous places you'll ever
dream of. There are San Diego cards that will enable you
to see a lot of diverse magnificent places as the boredom-
beating museums, natural zoos, animal parks and beautiful
sandy beaches at quite low rates, which if you visit on
your own may cost you three to four times more expensive
without the discount cards. In the same way for almost all
events too there are packages for the convenience of
visitors. You can benefit yourself by getting one or two
packages for you.
The memories of San Diego will keep you fresh even after
you return to the dreary life routine, this incredible
expedition of curiosity and wonder gives you a nice outlet
from everyday tense life. The rocking night of San Diego
will lull you to sleep when you'll reach home from your
office. It's a nice isolated corner of nature not yet
exploited by man-made progress; one should visit it at
least once in life.
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