May 8th, 2009 by
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The San Diego Zoo’s brand-new Elephant Odyssey exhibit is fun in mammoth proportions! Opening on May 23rd, 2009, this new exhibit takes people on a progression through the evolution of the Elephant. The new exhibit starts with a blast to the past and discover extinct animals from 12,000 years ago, then meet their relatives living today.
Watch keepers caring for elephants, meet a camel, and have your picture taken beside life-size statues of extinct animals. Asian elephants, jaguars, lions, condors, sloths, pronghorn, tapirs, and more show off in this 7.5-acre exhibit packed with activities and close-up animal encounters!
The San Diego Zoo is included in the cost of a Go San Diego Card. For the latest and on this exciting addition to one of the world’s greatest zoos, see the Elephant Odyssey site.
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April 21st, 2009 by
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Go San Diego Card has just relaunched with a completely new look and feel. The old site has been totally overhauled with a number of improvements for customers.
The site has a new top navigation bar that allows customers see all of the Go Cards and Explorer Passes offered by Smart Destinations. Previously, each Card had its own distinct site which meant most customers were not even aware they could get Cards in destinations such as Miami, New York, Chicago, Oahu, and Orlando.
In addition customers can learn how the card works, where it is accepted, read reviews by other customers, and see all the additional shopping and dining discounts all from one page.
Images and descriptions have been upgraded, navigation streamlined and improved, and other changes have also been made to the site to help customers plan their trip and get the right Card.
Smart Destinations reports that demand for the company’s attraction passes has not only been strong, but actually accelerating in 2009 as more and more people are looking to travel smarter. The fact that Go Cards and Explorer Passes let people into the top museums, tours, and attractions for a single money saving price makes sense in any economy.
The expectation is the new site will further contribute to continued strong growth. The company was named by inc. Magazine as one of the 500 fastest growing companies and took the top spot among travel related companies.
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April 14th, 2009 by
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There is a free family-friendly event taking place San Diego’s Seaport Village on April 18th and 19th, the third annual Seaport Village Spring Busker Festival. This unique celebration of street performers includes all kinds of talent, including a magician, a sword swallower, a pancake juggler, a comedic performer who can pogo stick over a flaming shopping cart, musicians (of course!) and more. Some are local to Southern California, but others are coming from as far away as Canada, New York, and Utah.
New this year is an unedited Saturday night party - “Buskers After Dark” - to showcase untamed busker arts mingled with deejay grooves. The Busker After Dark party is an 18 and older event that will run from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. on Saturday April 18th.
These types of festivals are incredibly popular across the globe and in Seaport Village is hosting the only one of its kind in Southern California. The public will vote for the top three acts and can receive prizes themselves just for voting!
The event will run Saturday and Sunday, April 18 - 19, 2009 from 12 - 5 p.m. It’s free of charge, although buskers are known to accept tips, and a great way to enjoy the day outside on the San Diego waterfront and close to a number of attractions where you can round out the day using your Go San Diego Card.
Learn more about the Busker Festival at the Seaport Village site.
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March 16th, 2009 by
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Starting in April, the Go San Diego Card is offering SEA LIFE Aquarium by LEGOLAND, Go Car Navigational Tours of the city, Little Italy Walking Tours, and new special offers to the pass.
In addition, the new Children’s Museum has opened with outstanding reviews, and is joining the Go San Diego Card program. The amazing new facility is right in the heart of downtown. This eco-friendly building is packed with interactive experiences that will entertain your children for countless hours. Each and every exhibit has been specifically created to enhance the child’s mind and creativity; not only will they have fun, but they’ll learn and develop social skills by working and interacting with other children. If you are visiting with children in San Diego, don’t miss the opportunity to spend a day at the museum. The New Children’s Museum is included on the Go San Diego Card starting 4/1. Enjoy unlimited access to San Diego’s top attractions, for one low price with the Go San Diego Card.
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December 2nd, 2008 by
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January 11th to the 16th will see over 150 of San Diego’s restaurants participating in the 5th annual San Diego Restaurant Week. Three course meals priced at $20, $30, or $40 per person depending on the menu and location. Spend your days with your Go San Diego Card experiencing the best San Diego has to offer and then spend the evenings indulging your taste buds. For more details including a list of participating restaurants, menues, and more see the Restaurant Week Web Site.
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April 30th, 2008 by
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Julian, California is best known for its apple harvest in the fall and the “best apple pie” in the USA. However, the spring is also a fantastic time to visit Julian, as millions of daffodils and lilacs come to live on the hillsides. Julian has great hiking and outdoor activities available as well. This town is filled with quaint B&B’s and great local restaurants, which makes it a perfect get-away destination. For more information, go to www.junianca.com.
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April 28th, 2008 by
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Baseball season is back!
The Padres have returned to Petco Park for another great season of baseball. Look for tickets and fantastic events all summer long – the season is underway now and runs until late September. For season and group tickets, call 619-795-5500. Also go to the Padres’ website for information on 2 for 1 days, Coca-Cola Family weekends, and military tickets. Tickets can also be purchased in person at the window at Petco Park.
For an exclusive look behind the scenes at Petco Park, buy a Go San Diego Card. The card includes admission to the Petco Park Tour.
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April 23rd, 2008 by
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The Wave House Athletic Club has something for everyone this summer. Be sure to buy a Go San Diego Card and head out for a day at the Wave House Athletic Club. With the Go San Diego Card, you can ride the infamous FlowRider Wave for a full hour session. Wet suit rentals are included in the offer. The fun doesn’t stop there – you are also welcome to enjoy the Olympic sized swimming pool for free swim and games.
This offer also includes use of the lockers, so you don’t have to worry about your valuables while you’re catching waves. The Wave House is also in the same area as Belmont Park, so be sure to head over to the Giant Dipper roller coaster – unlimited rides are available with the Go San Diego Card as well!
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April 16th, 2008 by
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Earth Day is coming up on Tuesday, April 22, so it’s only fitting that we highlight San Diego attractions which let you learn more about animal and plant life. Here are some of our picks:
- San Diego Zoo is consistently ranked among the top zoos and attraction nationwide. The zoo features more than 4,000 rare and endangered animals with the largest collection of Grant Pandas outside of mainland China!
- Birch Aquarium at Scripps offers another option for learning about animals. Visitors can explore more than 60 different habitats and enter the world of sharks, seahorses, living coral reefs, and more.
- San Diego Whale Watching Excursions is a fully narrated 3.5 hour adventure through San Diego Harbor past California gray whales. It’s also associated with the world famous Birch Aquarium at Scripps (see above).
- Discovery Science Center has 120 hands-on science exhibits ranging from a water vortex and climbing wall to life-sized dinosaur models and fossils. Perfect for kids.
- San Diego Natural History Museum combines modern science and multimedia art to explore Earth’s past, present, and future. You could easily spend an entire day trying out each interactive exhibit, watching films (shown every hours), and learning about the ecosystem.
What are you doing to celebrate Earth Day? Leave a comment and let us know!
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April 10th, 2008 by
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Looking for something fun to do this Saturday? If you plan on being in San Diego, then join in on the “Whale of a Weekend Treasure Hunt” from 10am to 1pm (presented by environmental artist Wyland and Where You Want To Be Tours). This event is a team building experience that leads participants to discover more about San Diego while providing fun prizes for everyone!
During this exciting adventure, participants will visit top sites in San Diego, learning about what this wonderful area has to offer. However, they will not be going to typical San Diego attractions. The treasure hunt participants will find the “hidden gems” of San Diego, experiencing new areas and uncovering secret knowledge of the area that most people would love to hear and see for themselves.
The treasure hunt will consist of 8-person teams (pre-determined or arranged on-site) with a participation fee of $60 per person, but only $35 with the Go San Diego Card. The winning team will receive unique gifts, DVDs, and area cruises. If your team does not prevail, you still walk away a winner with a free voucher for the Hornblower Harbor Cruise or the Whale Watching Adventure. Make sure to sign up for the event by Friday, April 11th, 10am, or you’ll be sorry you missed out on this fun pirate adventure!
Email menkin at wheretours dot com for more information.
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