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February 11th, 2008 by jamie a
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If you’re a traveler who loves to read other people’s stories of their journeys, you’ll love the featured on the The New York Times website.
From a mother and daughter traveling to see their family in Sweden to a tour guide traveling along the Silk Road in China, there are 17 fascinating stories complete with beautiful photography.
Do you have a great story you’d like to tell us about your travels?
Let us know in a comment!
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January 28th, 2008 by jamie a
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Our fellow blogger, Mary Jo over at the , recently posted complete with her favorite times at the hotel.
You may recognize the beautiful building done in Queen Anne architecture from the movie Some Like It Hot, starring Marilyn Monroe, Jack Lemmon, and Tony Curtis. It has also hosted 11 U.S. Presidents, royalty, movie stars, sports stars, and other famous folks.
Even if it’s a bit too pricey to stay overnight, Mary Jo recommends taking the tour and having lunch or an ice cream sundae in such a beautiful setting. It’s a great way to experience the hotel’s past and toast to its future!
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January 25th, 2008 by susan j
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Whether reading comments on our blogs or fielding customer service calls, we love connecting with our customers. And with our , we’ve found yet another way to stay connected. If you’re already on the site, then please so you can keep stay in the loop about new products, special online deals, travel news, and more!
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January 21st, 2008 by jamie a
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Budget Travel recently published an article telling us why they love San Diego. The article outlines 25 reasons why San Diego is a great place to visit, highlighting the heart and soul of this beautiful place.
From fantastic Mexican food and the wildlife at the zoo to the Giant Dipper, a roller coaster built in 1925, San Diego has plenty to offer travelers and locals alike.
If you’ve got reasons you love San Diego that aren’t on the list, let us know! We’d love to hear your ideas.
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January 18th, 2008 by jamie a
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In anticipation of the upcoming Chargers vs. Patriots game this Sunday, The Boston Globe published “Eight Things You Didn’t Know About San Diego, California.” From its founders to sports jinxes, these fun facts are definitely worth a read.
If football’s more your style, there’s also “Five Things to Know About the Chargers,” focusing on facts to know before this weekend’s big game.
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January 14th, 2008 by jamie a
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During the month of February, Macy’s is offering a to more than 30 institutions that gives guests 50% off museum entrance fare. San Diego has been named “the newest cultural Mecca in the United States” by , providing visitors with a city full of museums to quench their curiosity.
Beginning February 1st, patrons can pick up the pass at Macy’s, which also includes listings of all the participating museums. Be sure to check out amazing places like , , or the .
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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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November 21st, 2007 by susan j
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According to , San Diego is one of the most popular Thanksgiving destinations among Southern Californians. The Automobile Club of Southern California estimates that 3.1 million residents will be traveling this week. will be offering additional help for holiday travelers with their . Whether you’re traveling by car, airplane, or rail, here are some tips for keeping your sanity during the hectic holiday travel season:
- Allow extra time for traffic or flight delays.
- Ship your luggage in advance if possible.
- Never gift wrap items in your luggage if you’re flying.
- If you can drive or fly on Thanksgiving, rather than the day before or after, there will be fewer people on the road or at the airport.
Click here to read travel editor Peter Greenberg’s . Happy travels!
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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 13th, 2007 by carrie t
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Last week, voted to ban alcohol on many of their beaches for 18 months. This mainly affects Pacific Beach (P.B.), which is known for having a very lively beach atmosphere throughout the summer and the major holidays. The agreement for the ban came partly in response to dangerous fights that broke out over Labor Day weekend in P.B.
San Diegans have long been split on this issue. Many local businesspeople support the ban; they feel it will clean up the streets and encourage people to conduct themselves more responsibly in public. Families are typically supportive of the ban because they want to feel safe having their children on the beach. (more…)
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