San Diego - A Holiday Destination to Remember

San Diego, the jewel of the US West Coast, is a popular tourist destination given the fabulous tourist options it offers its visitors. With a diverse population of three million, San Diego is located in a county that encompasses 18 cities and towns. It is fondly known as "America's Finest City", for reasons we are about to see.

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                Where in the World is San Diego? 

·         San Diego is situated in South West California.

·          With beaches that stretch up to 70 miles, this destination offers family fun and business options.

·          It is home to world-class restaurants and zoos, and has great weather all-year round, meaning that any time is the best time to visit San Diego.

  A Brief History

·         San Diego was initially discovered by Juan Rodriguez Cabrillo, a European explorer back in 1542.

·         Initially, it was known as San Miguel and was only given its present-day name 6o years after its discovery.

·         Catholic missionaries introduced European settlements, creating California.

·         This region was named part of the United States in 1484, thanks to the treaty of Guadalupe Hidalgo which put an end to the US-Mexican War.

Things to Avoid

·         Beaches are considered as no-smoking zones, and violation of this will incur heavy fines.

·         The no-smoking ordinance applies to board walks, piers and sea walls.

·         Many of the San Diego beaches also have an enforced no-alcohol policy.

Hotels in San Diego : World Class Luxury

 

·         Hotel Coronado is a great choice lodging with a historic facade and south-facing beaches. It offers a full service hotel with poolside and beachside dining, catering to an extensive palette that ensures that you will get something on the menu that is sure to delight your senses.

·         For those looking for a touch of five-star class, The US Grant, situated in downtown San Diego. It’s next to the Westfield Horton Plaza entertainment complex.This san diego hotel It has a total of 270 rooms, and prices start from $165 per night.

·          For a four-star option, one could check out the Hyatt Regency La Jolla at Avetine. This luxury seaside hotel boasts an impressive 16 floors and 419 rooms. It features two business pods and a sports club and bar, with gourmet dining available. Rooms start from $239.

What to Do on a Day Out

·         For the perfect day out when in San Diego, consider going to the world-renowned San Diego Zoo, where many exotic animals such as flamingoes and lions are on display.

·         Other places to see include Sea World San Diego , which has spectacular water shows featuring sea lions, the famed Journey to Atlantis, World of the Sea Aquarium and a dolphin interaction program. Sea World San Diego offers many wonderful options for a family vacation.

·         The San Diego Air and Space Museum is another great option for the kids. The museum, whose motto is Preserve, Inspire, Educate, Celebrate, has a collections of air and space technology artifacts that are child-centered.

The San Diego Convention Center is a great place for conferences, and features thee floors of meeting space. With over 6000 square feet of meeting space, it is the largest convention center in North America. You can find it on 111 West Harbor Drive. 

San Diego Economy

San Diego is home to the world's largest naval fleet. The region’s economy is heavily invested in research, technology and tourism. LG Electronics has its headquarters in San Diego, and is a region that has seen an explosion of companies specializing in biotechnology.

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The Heart of San Diego

 

The people of San Diego are known to be easygoing and kind. Many a visitor has been known to remark that there is so much to see and do that they would come back again. It is truly one of those places that you go to and wish you never had to leave.