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29 Dec 2010

The Cabrillo National Monument

The Cabrillo National Monument

This is another of the attractions worth seeing, situated in the Point Loma peninsula, to the west of San Diego City. The main attractions here are the details about 16th century exploration, the lighthouses of the 19th century and the tide pools. The tide pools are the only surviving intertidal pools that are open to the public. So, if you want to explore these tide pools, then you need to check out the charts for low tides around the Point Loma area. Another reason for visiting this monument is the breath taking views from atop the monument.

The Cabrillo National Monument

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There is a statue of the 16th century explorer, Juan Rodriguez Cabrillo. Most of the information can be found on their website, including details on events, working hours, recreation etc.


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16 Nov 2010

San Diego Zoo

San Diego Zoo

A great attraction and place to visit, especially, when travelling with kids. The zoo has many events and different types of innovative ideas for the public to interact with the wild life at the zoo.

San Diego Zoo Entrance

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They have exhibits for the young and the old, ranging from the tundra region polar bears, to extinct animals like the mammoth to their live descendants, the elephants, the lions, sloths etc. There is a special exhibit for children known as the’ discovery outpost’ where your children get a hands on experience of viewing the animals from close quarters. Then the San Diego zoo has passes for something called ‘special experiences’ with a backstage, inside look, horticulture and discovery tour passes. These allow you to watch the wildlife, when the visitors are gone for the day.

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31 Oct 2010

San Diego Harbor Excursion

San Diego Harbor Excursion

This is one entertainment mode, you shouldn’t miss out on. Brunch cruises, dinner cruises, special excursions, events, personal events, whale watching etc, they have it all.

San Diego Bay

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They provide fleets that take you to famous destinations, by water. If you have kids, then whale watching and Halloween special cruises can be fun. You can even enjoy a great romantic dinner, watching the festive lights on boats called the ‘holiday boat parade of lights’. Then there’s the New Year’s Eve party cruises which is a great way to spend time. Also there are water taxis, Coronado ferries etc that will take you around in the water to the destinations of your choice.

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14 Oct 2010

Balboa Park, San Diego

Balboa Park, San Diego

This is perhaps the first place; you should visit in San Diego. Earlier it was known as the ‘city park’ and was changed to Balboa Park only in 1910. It has numerous attractions. The first thing that you will notice, however, is the beautiful landscape of the park.

Balboa Park, San Diego

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The Balboa Park has a visitor’s center run from the ‘house of hospitality’ building, which by itself is a historical landmark. Here, you can find volunteers to help you plan, your vacation or tour through the park. They can give you all information, brochures and maps related to the events, guided tours, museum listings etc within the Balboa Park. There are provisions for private events and weddings too.

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