About Susan J
Susan J., budget traveler extraordinaire, inherited her Yankee frugality from her mother and it has served her well on trips across the US and the UK. Whether scoping out the nightlife scene or searching for that perfect pair of shoes, Susan loves writing and travel. She has lived outside of Seattle, Washington, and in Boston, Massachusetts and Albuquerque, New Mexico. She recently returned from a trip to Hawaii, where she made full use of her Go Oahu Card!
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January 25th, 2008 by susan j
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January 24th, 2008 by susan j
Saturday, January 27 (8 pm)
Comedian/actor Robert Dubac performs his hilarious one man show, .
Sunday, January 27-Friday, February 1 (various times)
San Diego Restaurant Week lets diners sample pre-fixe menus at over 120 of San Diego’s best restaurants.
Now through February 17 (various times)
The San Diego Zoo hosts a nationwide exhibit featuring a live gecko exhibit and the GEICO Gecko costumed character in the children’s area.
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January 17th, 2008 by susan j
Saturday, January 19 (11 am-3 pm)
Birch Aquarium presents Ocean Awareness Day, when families can explore the variety and complexity of marine life. Free with admission.
Sunday, January 20 (2 pm)
The San Diego Chamber Orchestra plays Hollywood Hits ranging from Harry Potter to Star Wars.
Monday, January 21 (7:30 am breakfast, 5 pm concert)
Celebrate MLK day with the Martin Luther King Jr. ‘All People’s Breakfast’.
Through Monday, February 4
The San Diego Museum of Man’s exhibit, Journey to the Copper Age: Archeology in the Holy Land, explores the Holy Land and its connection to metal making.
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January 10th, 2008 by susan j
Saturday-Sunday, January 12-13, various times
The San Diego Zoo presents an All About Enrichment Weekend where families can learn about hippos, tigers, gorillas, and more.
Saturday, January 12-Sunday, July 6
Picturing the Process, a new exhibit at the Museum of Photographic Arts, opens.
Tuesday-Thursday, January 15-17, 8 pm
In anticipation of the Chinese New Year, the Chinese New Year Spectacular will perform at the California Center for the Arts in Escondido. Tickets start at $38.
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January 8th, 2008 by susan j
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Weddings. Ever since two of my coworkers got engaged, our office has been buzzing nonstop about invitations, bridal dresses, honeymoons, and the like. And with good reason, because there’s a lot to think about before the Big Day.
Whether you’re a local to San Diego who’s tying the knot in your (figurative) backyard or you’re planning a destination wedding on a beautiful, secluded beach, we’ve rounded up some resources from around the web to help you plan your wedding.
Accommodations: Booking a hotel or B & B for your wedding party and family members is one of the first steps in planning a wedding, especially if you or your fiancé have a large family. MySanDiegoWedding has a directory of , , and so you can find the perfect place for all your guests to stay.
Reception sites: Another key component to any wedding is finding the right place for the reception. The number of guests, the budget, and your personal style preferences are all important considerations. For instance, offers a beautiful setting for a traditional wedding or reception, either indoors or out. For a more unusual setting, you might consider a reception aboard a . offers a more complete directory of possible .
Honeymoon: After all the confetti and cake, you and your new spouse can look forward to relaxing together on an unforgettable vacation. I like the idea of registering for your honeymoon instead of housewares, because let’s face it, glassware can break, but memories of a luxurious getaway to some sunny, exotic locale are forever. To find out your honeymooner profile, you could take . Then you can for that once-in-a-lifetime trip you and the SO been dreaming of.
One last thing… If you’re still searching for the perfect dress, then you might want to check out the Wedding Party Bridal Show on Sunday, March 30 at the Manchester Grand Hyatt in Downtown San Diego.
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January 4th, 2008 by susan j
We know how hard it can be to navigate an unfamiliar city, so we’ve compiled a couple of resources to help on your next trip to San Diego.
- Carole over at posted a great post a few weeks back about . She suggests getting a GPS system for driving to help you navigate and asking for directions as needed.
- About.com published a round-up of , including shuttle buses, limos, taxis, and more.
- Frommers created a comprehensive , whether by foot, car, bus. or other means.
- San Diego Getaway also has some , including getting to and from the airport.
What’s your favorite way to get around San Diego? Leave a comment and let us know!
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December 25th, 2007 by susan j
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From our family at Go San Diego Card to yours, here’s wishing you a very happy holiday!
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December 20th, 2007 by susan j
Monday, December 24
The San Diego Zoo hosts at the zoo.
Thursday, December 27 (10 am)
The Unified Port of San Diego presents the , “America’s largest balloon parade.”
Through Monday, December 31 (various times)
LEGOLAND® California hosts their 9th annual Holiday Block Party, complete with twinkling lights, holiday music, and a 30-foot LEGO Christmas tree.
San Diego’s Union Tribune has even more holiday happenings listed . Happy travels!
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December 19th, 2007 by susan j
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Mark your calendars, because January 27-February 1 and June 22-27 are the dates for next year’s . Over 120 restaurants are participating in this annual event, which allows diners to sample three course, prix fixe menus for $30 or $40 at some of San Diego’s premiere restaurants (beverages, tax, and tips are extra).
Here’s a sneak peek at a few of the restaurants that are participating in 2008:
At San Diego’s hip , diners can choose from mouthwatering dishes like shrimp and scallop ceviche, hickory and apple smoked pork ribs, and several sweet-sounding desserts like rain forest sorbet and chocolate pistachio torte. According to , this little gem in Little Italy has great mojitos, too!
in University Heights will offer patrons a sampling of their global cuisine, from crab empanada and kobe steak frites to dim sum donuts. A relatively newcomer to San Diego’s lounge scene, Lei Lounge features patio seating and an exotic selection of cocktails to match the eclectic food.
proves that “casual upscale food” is not an oxymoron. This neighborhood eatery’s restaurant week menu includes fig and red pear salad topped with Gorgonzola cheese, forest mushroom pappardelle, and beef filet medallion sprinkled with a cabernet syrup. Yum!
Check out the complete list of restaurants
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December 13th, 2007 by susan j
Planning a trip to San Diego? Check out our guide to events in San Diego for the coming week…
Friday, December 14-Sunday, December 14 (7:30 pm on Friday and Saturday, 2 pm on Sunday)
The San Diego Chamber Orchestra performs along with the Chorus of the Bach Collegium.
Friday, December 14-Saturday, December 15
Old Town San Diego gives visitors a taste of the holidays in early San Diego with , live entertainment, luminarias, and more. Tours start at 6 pm with proceeds benefiting the Old Town San Diego Historic Park.
Now through Sunday, December 16
The Port of San Diego presents the 36th annual . This year’s theme “Yo Ho Ho… A Pirate’s Christmas!” which is sure to excite the whole family!
Now through January 6 (various times)
Horton Place hosts for all ages. Prices for a 2 hour session are $12 for adults and $10 for kids under 12. Proceeds go to the Cancer Care Treatment Center at Rady Children’s Hospital.
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