San Diego bargains
February 22nd, 2010 by admin
SeaWorld is now part of the Go San Diego Card program, joining over 425 sights, parks, museums, attractions, and tours that accept Go City Cards and Explorer Passes as an entry ticket. These sightseeing passes allow customers to pay one low price and then get multiple admissions, saving money and time in the process.
“As San Diego’s number one tourist attraction, we’ve welcomed over 130 million visitors since we opened in 1964,” said Marilyn Hannes, SeaWorld’s vice president of marketing. “We look forward to working with Smart Destinations to help us welcome the next 130 million.” SeaWorld will now be an included admission on 3, 5, and 7 day Go San Diego Cards.
The Go San Diego card leverages Smart Destinations networked ticketing platform to put all of a destinations top sights and attractions onto a single smart card. The card then works as the holder’s ticket to the participating sights. In addition to SeaWorld, the Go San Diego Card provides free admission to 50 of San Diego’s top museums, tours, and attractions for one low, flat price. The card comes with a full-color guidebook and also provides restaurants and shopping deals. Smart Destinations has Passes in 14 other locations across North America, with its smart cards being accepted at attractions ranging from a whale watch in Boston to Chicago’s Field Museum to surf lessons on Waikiki Beach.
“With SeaWorld added, the Go San Diego Card has everything people want in terms of things to do in San Diego,” said Cecilia Dahl, founder and President of Smart Destinations. She added that SeaWorld joins the San Diego Zoo, LEGOLAND©, the Reuben H. Fleet Science Center, the U.S.S. Midway Museum, and the Museum of Art in the Go San Diego Card Program. In addition, the Card covers a number of tours and cruises as well as excursions to surrounding areas (even a day trip to Tijuana).
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April 14th, 2009 by admin
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 10th, 2008 by jamie a
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If you’d like to get the most out of your vacation bucks while visiting San Diego, check out SanDiego.com’s
First off, they suggest siteseeing in , home to some of the most beautiful architecture and gardens in the city. Walking around the park for the day is a great way to experience the environment, and if you’re there on a Tuesday, you can even take advantage of free Tuesdays at the museums.
If you’d like to experience historic Dan Diego, take a walk through the and Old Town, all while window shopping and visiting the local art galleries.
For sporty types, you can also hit the beach for the day! If you pack a cooler full of things to lunch or snack on, you’ll save even more. There’s also snorkeling at La Jolla cove, exploring the Ocean Beach tide pools, kayaking in the San Diego Bay, and biking along the Bay in Coronado.
Whatever your vacation style may be, there’s always great things to do on the cheap in San Diego!
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February 14th, 2008 by susan j
Happy Valentine’s Day! Continue the celebration into the weekend and next week with these events in the San Diego county area.
Friday, February 15
The world-class San Diego Zoo offers self-guided walking tour maps and Botanical Bus Tours in honor of .
Saturday, February 16 (11 am - 3 pm)
Birch Aquarium hosts . All ages are welcome.
Sunday, February 17 (11 am - 3 pm)
offers a . Meet former President Abraham Lincoln!
Monday, February 18 (1pm - 11 pm)
Black History Month continues with a program at WorldBeat Cultural Center called .
Through the end of February
Museum Month continues, giving visitors and locals a chance to check out San Diego’s best museums and cultural offerings at a discount.
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November 14th, 2007 by susan j
Our friends over at recently tipped us off that Virgin American is . Starting on February 12, the Virgin will offer 3 flights a day and will add more flights a day starting on March 9. With fares starting at just $39 each way, this is a great option for budget travelers. Virgin is also running a sale now through Thursday the 15th, so . Happy travels!
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November 12th, 2007 by jamie a
Kono’s Cafe
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No matter what cuisine strikes your fancy, this guide to restaurants in San Diego will keep both your stomach and wallet happy!
A stroll away from Pacific Beach lies an American cuisine hotspot with a patio overlooking the ocean. Hang out with the local beach bums while you chow down on “Kono’s potatoes” and piping hot stacks of pancakes. Hailed the quintessential San Diego breakfast, it’s also amazingly cheap.
For a delectable bowl of amazing noodles, check out for Vietnamese cuisine. At $6 a bowl, this place attracts families and twenty-somethings alike, both out to get their fill of beef pho with delicious green onions, Sriracha sauce (made from chile peppers, vinegar, salt, sugar, and garlic), or Hoisin sauce. Get ready for a traditional Vietnamese dining experience with all the authentic flavors you can imagine.
Look no further than for some yummy Mediterranean flavors. From homemade hummus and falafel to beef shawarma and stuffed grape leaves, this place has something for everyone. Enjoy the lovely outdoor seating and top off your meal with some homemade baklava.
Voted one of the best Italian delis in the city, give a try! Known for their huge portions, freshly baked bread, and entirely homemade ingredients, try the sopressata, salami, and sweet Italian sausage on any of their torpedo sandwiches.
A great local bar right by the beach, is known as a perfect hangout spot. With amazing fish tacos, peel & eat shrimp, oysters, steamers, and tostadas, you won’t leave hungry! Bring your friends, grab some drinks and stop in for happy hour from Monday-Friday from 3-6 pm and save with the . After dinner, you can even take a stroll down the beach.
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November 6th, 2007 by jamie a
dining in Old Town
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Being from the East Coast, I’m sure my experiences with Mexican cuisine pale in comparison to those of the West Coasters. While you’re in San Diego, do yourself a favor and try some authentic Mexican fare. Once you’re home, who knows when you’ll be able to have a handmade tortilla or carne asada fajitas again!
At Cafe Coyote & Cantina in Old Town, you can sit on the patio and watch tortillas being made right before your eyes. A colorful restaurant brimming with vibrant personality, this spot’s got everything from breakfast margaritas to tamales made on site!
Since 1933, Las Quatro Milpas (”The Four Cornfields”) has been delighting guests with homestyle Mexican food at low, low prices. This hole-in-the-wall is known for its Chorizo con Huevos for breakfast and the rolled tacos and carnitas burritos are said to be heavenly. This spot attracts a line down the block, so it’s best to go early so you don’t have to wait in line very long.
Voted both “Best Mexican” and “Best Margarita” in 2007, El Agave serves the finest in Mexican Nouvelle cuisine. This impressive spot also has specialties such as mole, a European and Asian influenced curry, and over 1700 different kinds of tequila. If you’re in the mood for the best margarita of your life, head on over here! The wait staff is also familiar with giving suggestions for your drinks if you’re up for trying something new.
For 24-hour cravings, hit up Roberto’s Taco Shop, an authentic hole-in-the-wall taco stand. The locals recommend ordering your burrito “wet.” It costs a bit more, but comes out ready for your fork covered in delicious cheese and enchilada sauce. There’s a drive-thru for those on the go, or you can eat your carne adsada fries loaded with guacamole right there on the side of the road.
At El Zarape, you’d be crazy not to order their scallop, lobster, or fish tacos and burritos. With meat, health-concious, and vegetarian options, any palate will be pleased. There’s also a salsa bar to test your spice-level tolerance, so of course you have to try them all.
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October 5th, 2007 by susan j
They say the best things in life are free, and that’s especially true when traveling. Doesn’t it feel great when you stroll into a museum without paying a $20 admission fee? Or when you stumble upon a new neighborhood with lots of cute streets and stores to explore? Well, the San Diego Convention and Visitors Bureau knows that feeling, so they’ve put together a list of 25 Fun & Free Things to Do in San Diego.
That should give you plenty of options for budget-friendly sightseeing, but here’s one more: the Go San Diego Card is offering 15% off 3, 5, and 7 day cards until next Thursday, October 11. Here’s your chance to see San Diego’s best attractions like Legoland® and the San Diego Zoo at a discount. Happy travels!
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