San Diego family attractions
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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February 12th, 2008 by jamie a
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Can you name a better place to have a sleepover other than the San Diego Zoo?
I bet you can’t!
With at the zoo, kids, teens, and adults all have the opportunity to spend the night at the zoo complete with camping equipment, campfires, and guided walks and talks. There’s themed weekends like “Beastly Bedtime” with activities for children and “Adult-Only” nights with cocktails and hors d’oeuvres.
The next weekend on the calendar is a special Valentine’s Day celebration for those 21 and up, which includes a special campfire speaker on the love lives of animals.
There’s always multiple sleepovers to choose from every month, so be sure and find one that suits your style and make a reservation!
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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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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 18th, 2007 by jamie a
If you’re in San Diego visiting family or vacationing for the holidays, here are some attractions that will be open around Christmas and New Year’s to keep you busy.
Head on down to the for beautiful, light-filled gallery spaces, innovative exhibitions, and vast collections of permanent commissions.
With more than 100 interactive exhibits, the is perfect for the whole family. The museum also houses the world’s first IMAX movie theatre, so catch a planetarium or educational film during your visit.
Check out more than 4,000 animals representing 800 species at the . You can also experience “Monkey Trails” and “Forest Tales,” which are only two of the zoo’s fantastic exhibits. The winding pathways through 3 acres of habitat are sure to fill your day with learning and fun.
UPDATE: As Claire’s comment below indicates, the is open on Christmas Eve and New Year’s Eve, but not on the actual holidays. The Fleet Science Museum and San Diego Zoo are open on December 25 and January 1. We apologize for any confusion!
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December 7th, 2007 by susan j
If you’re a fan of holiday lights, then you’ll definitely want to check out the , which runs from now until January 1, 2008. This annual tradition features over 400 holiday lights and animated displays. Plus, they’ll be giving out free samples of Starbucks’ holiday-themed drinks this weekend. .
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December 3rd, 2007 by susan j
Bear at the San Diego Zoo
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TripAdvisor’s for 2007 features some of the country’s most awe-inspiring and intriguing places like the Grand Canyon and Central Park. We’re especially proud to note that the San Diego Zoo also made the cut. With more than 4,000 animals from 800 species, the zoo has something for every type of animal lover. Check out the to read more about their animals and special exhibits.
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November 29th, 2007 by amy c
Saturday, December 1
La Jolla YMCA Surf Series: Surfers of all ages will compete at Crystal Pier in Pacific Beach. Free for spectators.
Sunday, December 2
: Dancers, massive floats, a marching band, and live entertainment lures 20,000 participants and viewers in this beloved tradition. A Christmas tree lighting will take place at the end of the day.
Sunday, December 2
: Check out upcoming Spring fashions and enjoy music and food at this year’s trunk show, happening at the San Diego Air and Space Museum.
Now through December 30
: Don’t miss this holiday and Dr. Seuss classic as it lights up the stage with new songs at the Globe theater.
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November 16th, 2007 by carrie t
Legoland, California
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Yet another reason to visit San Diego: is investing more than $20 million dollars in an expansion project for LEGOLAND ® California. The park will be adding a new adventure area called Land of Adventure (set to open March 2008), as well as a separate interactive Aquarium experience called . This will be the 29th SEA LIFE aquarium to open in the world, but the first in North America. SEA LIFE will be geared to children, providing interactive and educational experiences much like LEGOLAND ® California. The expansion project should be finished in the summer of 2008.
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November 5th, 2007 by amy c
Hotel Del Coronado
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The small island town of Coronado, connected to the mainland by the iconic Coronado Bridge, is a great vacation spot, offering restaurants, award winning beaches, shopping, and sightseeing. A resort community with a taste of Mexico, Coronado is a tourist favorite and the ultimate nearby getaway for locals.
Hop on the Coronado Ferry in Downtown San Diego for a quick, scenic ride to the charming island.
Coronado is the perfect cycling city. It’s flat paved roads and multitudes of bike riders make every destination easily accessible by bicycle. Pick up your own set of wheels at PeDel’s Bike Rentals, located at the historic where celebrities, presidents, and dignitaries have stayed and where Some Like it Hot was filmed.
Our own Shannon B. recommends grabbing gelato from one of the hotel’s many restaurants and bars and enjoying the treat on the award-winning beach. The Travel Channel recently rated the Del’s beach the second best in the country, known for picturesque sunsets, gentle waves, and a long stretch of white sand.
Even if you can’t afford to stay in the ritzy hotel, you can still enjoy the architectural beauty of the building and the history with the Hotel Del Coronado Walking Tour.
Just two blocks from the “Del” is another city landmark that will bring you back to an era of glamor. Tent City, a makeshift resort opened in 1900, quickly becoming a popular and fashionable destination for summer vacationers. Attracting authors, actors, presidents, and those looking for a slightly more rustic beach-side vacation. Today, the celebrates this era of Coronado history with casual, sophisticated dining, specializing in fresh California-eclectic cuisine.
A leisurely stroll through Coronado will give you a chance to soak up the beauty and history of the quaint island. The will take you on a 90-minute tour of Coronado’s most famous buildings, offering insight into why this unique place has been a famous playground to celebrities.
Offering a daily happy hour from 2-6, the is another perfect place to stop in for one or two or three of famous hand-crafted beers. You can also enjoy a full meal, including pizzas and calzones made in wood fire ovens. Casual, family dining and the daily sports coverage makes this restaurant a Coronado favorite.
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