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Featured ArticieMagnificent Museums 4

| Our Culture - Our History1 Natural History Museum 5

2 Museum of Making Music 5

3 Air and Space Museum 5

4 Museum of Man 6

5 Automotive Museum 6

6 Reuben H. Fleet Science Center 6

7 Timken Museum of Art 7

8 Spanish Village Art Center 7

9 Historie Missions 8

10 Surf Museum 8

11 Leo Carrillo Ranch 8

12 William Heath Davis House 8

13 The Birch Aquarium 9

14lt's HappeningAtTheZoo 9

15 Wonderous Balboa Rark 9

16 Legoland 10

17 San Diego Zoo Safari Rark.... 10

18SeaWorld 10

19TheUSSMidway 11

20 Pt. Loma Lighthouse 11

21 Flying Leatherneck Aviation Museum. 11

22 Visit Cabrillo Monument 11

^^ Family Fun23WinterWhaleWatching 12

24 Tour America's Finest City 12

25 Wild Rides At Belmont Park 12

26 Hail An Aqua Cab 13

27The Embarcadero 13

28 San Diego Sheriffs Museum 13

29 Explore The Botanic Carden 13

30 Co For A Picnic 13

31TheStarOfTheSea 14

32 Let's Co Bowling 14

33 San Diego's Piers 14

34CheckOutTheSeals 15

35 Wetlands And Tidepools 15

36 Oceanside - lt's Classic Califórnia 15

37 The Village Of Carlsbad 16

38 Enjoy Encinitas 16

39 Dreamy Del Mar 16

40 Our Jewel By The Sea 17

41 PlaylnPB 17

42 Spend The Day On Mission Bay 18

43 Ocean Beach 18

44 Explore Mission Valley 18

45Colorful Hillcrest 18

46 Historie Old Town 26

Couppns 19, 20, 21, 22

MapsSan Diego County 23

Downtown San Diego 24

Central Beaches & Mission Bay 25

Coronado Island 25

Old Town 25

Lajolla 25

Fun For The Family (Con't)47 Visit Little Italy

48 lt's A Cãs In The Gaslamp.

49 The Crown City

50 Intriguing Imperial Beach..

51 Beautiful Julian

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53 Our Wonderful Wineries

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55 South Of The Border Cuisine .

56 Beer - It Loves You

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60 Late Night Eats

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66 Hop On A Harley 32

67 See It On A Segway 32

68 UnderThe Stars 32

69 Black's Beach Baby! 33

70 Laser Tag 33

71 Lefs Play A Round 33

72 Go Fly A Klte 33

73 Fantastic HikingTrails 34

74 Saddle Up Pligrim 34

75 Find The Flash 34

76 Lefs Go Skatboarding! 34

^^ Fun Places To Shop77 Shop On The Waterfront 35

78Stroll Cedros Design District 35

79 WhereTo Find Antiques 35

80 Buy Local Fresh Produce 36

81 Outlets A Plenty 36

82 Pick Up A Souvenir 36

83 Funky Boutiques 37

84 San Diego's Rodeo Drive 37

85 Go Boating 37

86 Ifs A Blast On The Big Bay 37

87 KayakThe Seven Caves .37

88 Hook Em Dano 38

89America's CupYacht .: 38

90 Lefs Go Surfing Now 38

91 Adventures On A Ocean Raft 38

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92 Atop Mt. Soledad 39

93 See San Diego From Above 39

94 Mt. Palomar Observatory 39

95 Serious Surfing Spots 40

96Torrey Pines Giiderport 40

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99 Palm Springs 40

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Ever wonder why San Diego hás been named "America's FinestCity?" Sure, we have beautiful beaches and the best weather in the entirecountry. Of course San Diego hás some of the best amusement parks, res-taurants and shopping. But, we also have an amazing number and rangeof museums that will educate, entertain and delight ali ages. WhetheryouVe wondered about San Diego's eariy beginnings or have an inter-est in the arts, sea life, culture, science, automotive or railroad history inSan Diego, you'll find a museum dedicated to you. San Diego enjoys arich heritage and melting pot citizenry, and we show that in our diverseand unique museums.

Balboa Park's 1,200-acre site is one of the oldest sites in the UnitedStates dedicated to public recreational use and is nome to the world-fa-mous San Diego Zoo. In addition, it contains the greatest concentrationof museums in San Diego County on The Prado, the wide promenade inthe center of the park.

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•fbar' ;::yw I displays exhibits about people and plac-•X íGLáíf" ** es throughout the Americas and aroundt* i tf ^WS^S^ the giol3e <619> 239.2001; www.mu-

seumofhian.org. Another historical trea-sure is San Diego's Natural History Mu-seum. The museum's newest galleryoffers both stunning jewelty and glit-tery gemstones. Co from the exquisiteCalifórnia state gem, Benitoite, to thejaw-dropping displays of Tiffany & Co.,Cartier and Van Cleef & Arpeis. (619)232-3821; www.sdnhm.org. The Reu-

ben H. Fleet Science Center^ interactive exhibits like "Block Busters" in-spire creativity and concentration, "Earth Exposed" teaches the sciencebehind natural forces that shape and reshape our Earth, "Confused Sea"mimics ocean waves and "Magnetic Globe" demonstrates the Earth'smagnetic fields. (619) 238-1233; www.rhfleet.org. The San Diego Air& Space Museum's specimens date back to the first hot air balloon. Air-crafts include the Lockheed Vega 5, flown by Amélia Earhart, as well asthe Horten 229 Flying Wing, a replica of Hitler's Stealth Fighter. The mu-seum's quest is to seek answers to the question of alien existence on ourplanet. (619) 234.8291; www.sandiegoairandspace.org.

If you're an art lover, you'll find much to love here. The Tímken Mu-seum ofArfs accumulation of historie paintings represents three distinctáreas: European Old Masters' paintings, 18th and 19th century Americanart, and Russian icons. (619) 239-5548; www.timkenmuseum.org. TheSan Diego Museum ofArt is the region's oldest and largest art museumand includes renowned holdings such as European old masters, 19th and20th century American art, an encyclopedic Asian collection and grow-ing collections of contemporary and Latin American art. (619) 232-7931;www.sdmart.org. The Mingei International Museum presents over 140exhibítions of folk art, craft and design, as well as arts of daily life. Thechanging exhibitions demonstrate the creative potential in ali peoplethrough time and by cultures from six continents. (619) 239-0003; www.mingei.org. The Museum of Photographic Arts is one of the few institu-tions in the country devoted to the photographic art form. The collectionis particularly strong in modern and contemporary work, specifically so-cial documentary photography and photojournalism. (619) 238-7539;www.mopa.org. The New Chíldrcifs Museum is a playful, public spacefor children and families to experience hands-on studio projects, perfor-mances and educational programs. Children don't look at the art. thevcreate and become part of the art and action. Paint the wall insteac ofa piece of paper, build, climb, jump and investigate! (619) 233-8792;www.thinkplaycreate.org.

San Diego's pride in its military heritage is apparent in three soe-cial museums. The Veferans Museum<& Memorial Centerfeatures exn:b-

its from World War l, World War II,Pearl Harbor, the Korean and Viet-nam Conflicts, Desert Storm, Wom-en in the Military, and paintingsby local artists of military subjects.(619) 239-2300; www.sdmc.org.The Flying Leathemecks Museum,the only museum in the world ded-icated to preserving the contribu-tions of Marine Corps aviators andtheir ground support personnel, dis-

plays about twenty-five vintage aircraft, memorabilia and artifacts datingto the earliest days of Marine Corps aviation. The museum also holds theonly U.S. exhibit devoted to the Woman Marine, including original uni-forms, history timeline and memorabilia. (877) FLY-USMC; www.flying-leathernecks.org. A visit to the t/55 Midway Aircraft Carríer Museum,one of America's longest-serving naval aircraft carriers, is like entering afloating city at sea with a 360-degree panoramic view of San Diego. Takethe self-guided tour of the 4-acre f light deck and check out the f light sim-ulators, vídeos and climb-aboard aircraft. (619) 544-9600; www.mid-way.org.

San Diego's most valuable asset is our beautiful ocean, and we cel-ebrate its vibrancy and the aquatic recreational opportunities it affords.The San Diego Maritime Museum contains one of the finest collectionsof historie ships in the world. Included are the Star of índia, the 1898steam ferry, Berkeley, the 1904 steam yacht, Medea, the 1914 fY/otandthe state's official tall ship, Califomian, a replica of a mid-19th Centuryrevenue cutter. Also included is the H.M.S Surprise, a replica of an 18thCentury Royal Navy frigate featured in the award winning film "Masterand Commander: The Far Side of the World." (619) 234-9153; www.sd-maritime.org. Scrípps Institution of Oceanography's Birch Aquarium ishome to tropical fish and sea horses, as well as living coral reef from aliover the world. You'll enjoy tide pooling, snorkeling, grunion runs, whalewatching and pier walks and be amazed at the more than 60 featuredhabitais of sea life. (858) 534.FISH; www.aquarium.ucsd.edu. The Cali-fórnia Surf Museum preserves surfing heritage by guiding you through its

past, decade by decade, starting inHawai i i n the 1700s to the surf ex-plosion of the 1960s, to the power-

:-ful influence the extreme sport playsjiin our culture today. Surfboards,bathing suits and trophies are iniplace to visualize surfing's adren-: aline-filled ride into history. (760)1721-6876; www.surfmuseum.org.

Museums with a more specif-[:ic interest include the San DiegoAutomotive Museum (619) 231-2886; www.sdautomuseum.info,

the San Diego Model Railroad Museum (619) 696-0199; www.sdmod-eirailroadm.com, and the San Diego County Sheriffs Museum (619)260.1850; www.sheriffmuseum.org. The William Heath Davis House,the oldest wooden structure in the Gaslamp área, commemorates theman credited for making the first attempt to modernize San Diego andis filled with as much history as the many people who have occupied itover the past 150 years. (619) 233-4692; www.gaslampquarter.org/nis-tory/thehouse.php. The Museum of Making Music explores the histo-ry and innovation of American music products. Representing tradition-al and new waves of sound, hands-on instruments range from classicrosewood acoustic guitars and banjos to Beamz, an interactive instru-ment connected to a PC with Beamz Player software, allowing each la-ser beam to control a new instrument, music clip, or sound effect. Createyourown music usingthe museum's one-of-a-kind instrument collection.(877) 551-9976; www.rnuseumofmakingmusic.org.

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j NATURAL HISTORY MUSEUM

Welcome to the world of squamates, and get ready to be surprisedwith The San Diego Natural History Museum's newest exhibit, Lizards& Snakes: Alive.

Small and shy—or big and fierce? Bright as a jewel—or hardlyvisible? Four legs? Two legs? No legs at ali? When talking about lizardsand snakes—the squamates—the answer is usually ... Yes!

This ancient group, whose scientific name is Latin for "scaied," ismore diverse than mammals, as old as dinosaurs. And they're almosteverywhere: harsh desert to lush rainforest, high in the treetops, andbeneath the ground. Whatever the environment, one of the 8000squamate species on Earth cal Is it home.

Another new exhibition is "Ali That Giitters: The Splendor andScience of Cems and Minerais." Youll find and array of stunningjewelryand glittery gemstones...somefound right here in San Diego! (619)232-3821 www.sdnhm.org. Mass Transit hus routc

MUSEUM OF MAKING Music

The Museum ofMaking Music, founded in 1998, explores the his-tory and innovation of American music products. Offering an unusualperspective, the museum showcases a side of the music industry wherevery little is known. The rnuseum educates the public through films, pri-vate concerts, workshops, and their interactive área where visitors havethe opportunity to create their own music using the museum's one-of-a-kind instrument collection.

Representing traditional and new waves of sound, the museunYs as-sortment of hands-on instruments range from classic rosewood acousticguitars and banjos to Beamz, an interactive instrument that connects to aPC. It includes Beamz Player software, allowing each laser bearn to con-trol a new instrument, music clip, or sound effect.

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3 AIR AND SPACE MUSEUM

The San Diego Air and Space Museum celebrates the progressionand history of aviatíon and aerospace. Home to some of the oldest andmost significam aircraft specimens in history, the museum dates back to1783 when the Montgoifier brothers invented the first hot ai r balloon.Other historie aircrafts includethe Lockheed Vega 5, which was flown by

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Amélia Earhart on many monumental occa-sions, as well as the Horten 229 Flying Wing,a replica of Hitler's Stealth Fighter that wasdiscovered in World War II.

Opening February 1, 2011, the SDASMpresents Space: A Journey to Our Future. Pro-duced by Evergreen Exhibitions and present-ed in collaboration with NASA, this dynamic,multimedia exhibit looks back into the history of aeronautics and exam-ines the many unknown questions of existence posed by future space ex-ploration.

Throughout the year the museum hosts a calendarof fun family daysand special education events. (619) 234.8291. www.aerospacemuseum.org. wTnnsitbusi,: ;;

MUSEUM OF MAN

TTie Museum ofMan is the only San Di-ego museum dedicated to anthropology, ex-hibiting people and places throughout theAmericas and around the globe. lis Spanisharchitecture can be attributed to the rich His-panic heritage that surrounds the área.

While the museum's five permanent ex-hibits are wildly popular to locais and visi-tors, the special exhibits also prove to be justas fun and educational. Currently, the "Coun-ter Cultures: The Secret Lives of Games" ex-hibit traveis around the world to discover thebest board, tile and card games that have entertained humans for cen-turies.

Kickingof 2011 is Race: AreWe Só Different?Thefirst national exhi-bition to tell the stories of race from the biológica!, cultural, and historicalpoints of view. Combining these perspectives offers an unprecedentedlook at race and racism in the United States." Be sure to take home worldlytreasures like NativeAmerican jewelry, Mexican folkart and Guatemalananimal sculptures from the Museum of Man Store. With over 600 book ti-tles, authentic crafts and artwork, your anthropologic education continueseven afteryou leaveSan Diego! (619) 239.2001; www.museumofman.org;•' • '::•::.:.. "•':.' ".: zr: . : . . • ".",

#5 AUTOMOTIVE MUSEUM

Beautiful Balboa Park is the locationfor the San Diego Automotive Museum i nwhat was once the Califórnia Pacific Inter-national Exposition building. Erected in1935, the historie building today housesone of the finest automotive collections onthe West Coast. Thanks to the passion andmotivation of Briggs Cunningham, a renowned autornobile collector andracer, the museum was estabiished in 1988.

One of most notable vehicles in the museum is Louie Mattar's white1947 Cadillac. After five years and $75,000 in labor, Louie and two co-drivers launched a cross-country endurance record from San Diego toNew York and back without stopping. The car was equipped with house-hold necessities like an electric stove, shower, washing machine, anda nationwide mobile telephone! Mattar's 1952 adventure totaled 6,320miles and still holds the longest, nonstop endurance title to date.

In addition to their permanent collection, the museum welcomesspecial exhibits throughout the year, and opening February 4, 2011 isGlitz and Glam!, (619) 231.2886; www.sdautomuseum.org;

J: RUBEN H. FLEET SCIENCE CENTER

Over 100 interactive exhibits are on display at flie Reuben H, FleetScience Center inviting visitors to build, listen and play throughout themuseunVs five galleries.This educational facility is geared towards ali agegroups and is home to the world's first IMAX Dome Theater, showing the

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biggest films on the planet!One of the Fleefs most popular displays

is "Block Busters," where visitors can thinklike an architect and build free-standing struc-tures made of wooden KEVA (Knowledge-Ed-ucation-Visual Arts) blocks. The 2,300 squarefoot exhibit inspires creativity and concentra-tion, which isonly half thefun.Theother half

is knocking it ali down once it's been admired!Newly renovated is "Kid City" where young visitors, infants through

age five, work, create, play, and learn as they experience the every daywonders of the world within this exhibition. Throughout "Kid City," tipsand strategies are offered for parent-child interaction to encourage chil-dren's social and academic development.

The current traveling exhibit is "Earth Exposed", where visitors willcome face-to-face with erupting geysers, crumbling mountains and winddriven waves. Nature is a work in progress and this coliection of morethan 30 exhibits will place you up-close and hands-on with many of thefundamental forces that continually shape and re-shape the planet. (619)238-1233; www.rhfleet.org; Atew Trjnsif Ims roulc £7.

7 TIMKEN MUSEUM OF ART

Considered one of the finest small mu-seums in the world, the Tímken Museumof Art, which celebrated its 45th anniversa-ry in 2010, provides visitors with an acces-sible and enriching cultural experience fea-turing a beautiful coliection and intimatesurroundings. It was opened under the direc-tion of Walter Ames, a San Diego attorney,and two serendipitous sisters, Anne and Amy

Putnam—membersof theOhio-basedTimken family. The Putnam sistersspent decades accumulating historie paintings that spent time on loanin renowned museums such as the Metropolitan Museum of Art in NewYork City and the National Callery in Washington, D.C. In 1965, thepaintings were reunited and hung in the museunVs only permanent ex-hibit, the Putnam Foundation Coliection.

The compilation represents three distinct áreas: European Old Mas-ters' paintings, 18th and 19th century American art, and Russian icons.Notable pieces in the preserved coliection include Rembrandfs SaintBartholomew, Jean-Baptiste-Camille Corofs View of Volterra and East-man Johnson's Island of Nantucket.

The museum is closed on Mondays, but admission is alwaysfree as are the docent-guided tours offered Tuesday-Friday, 10a.m -noon; Saturdays from 11-1 p.m.; and Sundays from 1:30 - 3:30 p.m.(619) 239-5548; www.timkenmuseum.org; .•;.«.$ Tnnsit bus rotite ~ 7.

Q SPANISH VILLAGE ART CENTER

Youll find San Diego's most comprehensive coilect:on of studio art-ists at The Spanish VilIageArt Center. The quaint studios are housed inthe large courtyard initially built in 1935 to portray an olc \e in Spain

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Colorful pátios and flower-scented vvaíkuavs make this Balboa Parkstaple a local and visitar favorite, especially photographers! Spend a dayin the San Diego sun shopping and admiring contemporary Americanarts and crafts from 37 studios and galleries. Over 200 artists contributeto create some the area's most unique paintings, jewelry, ceramics, sculp-tures, glass work and more.

If you're on an extended stay in San Diego, 01 live in the área,embrace your imagination and participate in one of the many class-es offered at Spanish Village like Chinese brush painting, glass blow-ing, or pottery design. Spanish Village is open 7 clays a week,from 11a.m. - 4p.m., and offers free admission to ali 37 studios!(619) 233-9050; www.spanlshvillageart.com; wss Transit bi

Diocese of San Diego. There is só much to learn about San Diego's past,and the missions are a great place to gather information. www.mission-sandiego.com.

#9 HISTORIC MISSIONS

The Spanish Missions of Cali-fórnia stand as some of San Diego'soldest monuments. Established bySpanish Catholics between 1769and 1823, these missions are re-ligious outposts that brought live-stock, fruits, vegetables, flowers andindustry into Califórnia.

Mission San Luis Rey , lo-cated in scenic Oceanside, is called "King of the Missions" and offerssomething for everyone. Educators, history buffs, children and ali curi-ous minds will discover a part of San Diego history not easily forgotten.Mission San Luis Rey is the largest of our 21 missions and is ranked firstamong the Seven Wonders of San Diego County North.

Mission San Diego de Alcala, known as the Mother of the Missions,was the first of the 21 missions to be built in Southern Califórnia. The fivebells have been meticulously restored, and ali ring together on Alcala'sbirth date, July 16. Today, the mission is an active Catholic Parish in the

#10 SURF MUSEUM

The Califórnia Surf Museum(CSM) was founded i n February1986 and hás been riding a constantwave that hás landed it in variouslocations throughout San Diego. Ini-tially the museum was based in En-cinitas and from there CSM hás hadstints in Pacific Beach and three lo-cations in Oceanside including its current and permanent address, 312PierViewWay.

Their latest exhibit, WOW (Women On Waves), explores the 300year journey women have endured to claim their rightful place in thesurfing world. The exhibit highlights significam milestones that havehelped break down the barriers of the sport by displaying women's stand-out performances, trending beach fashions, and the overlooked influenceof feminine mystique.

CSM's ongoing exhibits preserve surfing heritage by guidíng youthrough its past decade-by-decade, starting in 1700s Hawaii to the surfexplosion of the 1960s to powerfuí influence the extreme sport plays inour culture today. Surf boards, bathing suits, trophies and other signifi-cant memorabilia are placed around the museum to help visualize surf-ing's adrenaline-filled ride into history. (760) 721.6876; www.surfmu-seum.org.

LEO CARRILLO RANCH

Leo Carrillo Ranch, also knownas Carlsbad's Sleeping Beauty, is a his-torie rancho. In the '50s, at the peak ofCarrillo's film career, he felt an intenseyearning to find a retreat where hecould re-create an Old California-styleworking rancho, an important cultur-al asset he felt was rapidly dying out.

Walk over the Old North Bridge and observe the weir complex,head towards Caretaker's Cottage and pick up a copy of the ranch guidefull of vaiuable information. Adore Toyon trees around you as you strolldown Palm Lane. With the self-guided walking tour, there is só much tosee and the dozens of brilliant peacocks who cail the ranch home willkeep you company.

Guided walking tours are offered on Saturday at 11 a.m and 1 p.m.and on Sunday at noon and 2 p.m. lasting approximately 90 minutes.

* 12 WILLIAM HEATH DAVIS HOUSE

William Heath Davis' belief in theprosperity of establishing a communitycloser to the waterfront and further awayfrom Old Town San Diego credits himfor making the first attempt to modern-ize San Diego. A series of events lead theproject to fail; however, his successor,Alonzo Horton, who also lived in Davis'house, revived the mission in 1867 with greater results.

The William Heath Davis House is filled with as much history asthe many people who have occupied it over the past 150 years. The "salt-box" style house was shipped frorn the East Coast and built in 1850. Thefirst residents were pre-Civil War soldiers using the house as private quar-ters. Later, it operated as the San Diego County hospital, and from thenwas passeei down from tenant to tenant until 1981.

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Scripps Institution of Oceanography'sBirch Aquarium hás been home for 18 years totropical fish and sea horses, as well as a livingcoral reef from ali over the world. The aquar-ium's longstanding mission hás been to edu-cate the public on the importance of the oceanand the science behind conserving it.

While enjoying the variety of activi-ties available such as tidepooling, snorkeling,grunion runs, whale watching, and pier walksalong the Ellen Browning Memorial Pier, yoursenses of discovery, exploration and adven-

ture will come alive. Through Scripps' mission of ocean science edu-cation, you will learn how we can ali make a difference in keeping ouroceans healthy. Another highlight for visitors is to help predict Califor-nia's weather report for 2050 from the Scripps newsroom and find outhow they can reduce their carbon footprint.

The aquarium features over 60 habitais of sea life, the TropicalSeas Gallery being a visitar favorite for years. Coral reefs are not justawe inspiring, they are a valuable asset to our ecosystem. Even their res-idents such as the lionfish and giant ciam would agree! This exhibit al-lows visitors to explore Caribbean coral reef from a p i rate's perspectiveto see how human interaction plays a role on reef life and sustainability.(858) 534.3474. www.aquarium.ucsd.edu. to» • •/.

'T's HAPPENING AT THE Zoo

The San Diego Zoo is well known for the exciting advertiu rés it of-fers visitors, as well as the sanctuary it provides its more than 4,500 ani-mais. It is a world-class botanical garden, and a fun and educational ex-perience for the whole family.

Take a walk in the paw prints of the world's largest bear to see howpolar bears survive the arctic. On your journey you'll come within feet ofthe polar bears in an unforgettable experience, climb aboard a researchhelicopter, craw! into a seal's breathing hole and measure up to a bear.The newly revamped Conrad Prebys Polar Bear Plunge provides an insid-er view into the life of the great white bear.

You'll definitely want to be sure to watch the bears slither over toThe Harry and Grace Steele Elephant Odyssey. This 7.5-acre exhibit fea-tures elephants, lions, jaguars, rattlesnakes, the Califórnia condor andmore! If what you're looking for is "cute", be sure to pay a visit to the Gi-ant Panda Research Station to see giant panda cub Yun Z, and visit theGalapagos tortoises to see their new home. Above ali, be sure to take theZoo's guided bus tour and the Skyfari aerial tram which give bird's-eyeviews of the Zoo and neighboring Balboa Park. (619) 231-1515, www.sandiegozoo.org.

"j 5 WONDEROUS BALBOA PARK

In beautiful downtown San Diego, Balboa Park is the nation's larg-est cultural park attracting more than 500,000 visitors annually. It counts15 historie museums, lush green gardens and the world renowned SanDiego Zoo as its home. Spread over 1,200 acres of land, the Park alsohosts many performing arts venues, including the Tony-award winningOldGlobeTheatre.

Be sure to hop on the Balboa Park Miniature Raílroad that rumblesover four acres of the park, as well as the 1910 Balboa Park Carousel, oneof the few in the world that still offers the brass ring game for everyone on

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Theres no need to leave the park if ali the walking around makesyou hungry. From snack carts and casual cafés, to more upscale clininglike the award-winning Prado restaurant, you'11 find something conve-niently located around the park to grab a bite wherever you are! Makesure your last stop is at The Museum Stores of Balboa Park to pick upkeepsakes such as unique jewelry, exclusive paintings, garclening tools,and history books. \(ís>- Tratnit hu-t rmilc ?7.

LECOLAND

Last summer, LECOLAND Cali-fórnia opened LECOLAND'S first wa-ter park. Two sandy beaches, a long lazyriver, 20 LEGO modeis, a splash towerthat dumps hundreds of gallons of wa-ter down below, and several water slidesare just some of the amenities the parkboasts.

The 128-acre park is offers over 50family rides, "hands-on" attractions anel shows, LEGOLAND Califórniaprovides education, adventure and fun or the entire family. You will bcfascinated as you enter Miniland USA, the heart of LEGOLAND. Mini-land is the ultimate LEGO art form, which includes reproductions of sev-en áreas of the U.S., ali constructed with 20 million LEGO bricks.

Another favorite attraction is SEA LIFE Aquarium. The aquariumis a journey for kids and parents to interact with underwaler life withhands-on encounters, shark feedings, and exciting play zones. Watch seastars feed and learn how these creatures survive the Califórnia tide pools.(760) 918.5346; www.legoland.com

1 7 SAN DIEGO Zoo SAFARI PARK

The adventure of a lifetime isyours at the San Diego Zoo SafariPark! This one-of-a-kind safari parkbrings you thrillingiy close to over3,500 exotic animais, includingtheexpansive enclosures with herds ofboth African and Asian animais.

An amazing way to experi-ence this one-of-a-kind setting isby boarding the Journey into Áfricatour, an open-air vehicle inspired bythe legendary safari trains in África. This tour brings visitors to eye lev-ei with animais such as rhinoceroses, buffalo, gazclles, crowned cranesand more.

Other more adventurous ways to explore the Park include toolingaround on a Segway X2 Rolling Safari tour, getting a bird's-eye view ofthe park's 1,800 acres on a Balloon Safari, and soaring like a condor overfield enclosures on the new Flightline, a zip line adventure.

Whether you watch one of several elephant calves playing, comeface-to-face with lions, feed giraffes from a Photo Caravan Safari truck, orfind yourself covered in colorful lorikeets as they perch on your head andarms, an exciting, up-close adventure awaits you. (760) 747-0702. www.sandiegozoo.org/park. Maw tramit mi* rtnt;--

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Spend the day at SeaWorld and yoiTll enjoy numerous aquat-ic shows, amusements, and lots of adventurc. lt's no vvonder both kidsand adults love this placc—it's educational fun for the entire family Sea\Vorld's Blue Horizon, an aquatic show filled with dolphins, birds, pilotwhales, and a spectacular acrobatic performance is a discovery into lhesecrets of the sky and sea. This 25-minute show is the magicai oclyssey ofMarina, a young girl whose dreams of exploring the ocean world cometo life as she dives through her window and enters the Blue Horizon.

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Travei through the character's playful thoughts as they create their \e~.own movies during the fun-filled Sesame Street Film Festival. The 4-D er-fects make it feel like Elmo is sitting in the chair right next to you!

Believe is the inspirational killer whale show with elaborate setemusic and choreography. This show accentuates, through exciting be-haviors, the close relationship Sea World trainers have with the killerwhales.

Other favorite shows include Pets Rule, the backyard paradisewhere dogs, cats, birds and a potbellied pig cavort, as well as Sea LionsLIVE, the comedy team of sea iions Clyde & Seamore, OP the otter, andBiff, the stagehand. (800) 254.4268; www.seaworld.com; /VU«s Tran»

THE USSMlDWAY

Imagine experiencing life at sea aboard one of America's longest-serving aircraft carriers. Visitors to the USS Midway Museum enter a fioat-ing city at sea and walk in the footsteps of 225,000 Midway sailors whoserved our country and upheld the American ideais of strength, freedomand peace.

New at the USS Midway is the Family Audio Tour- Perfect for thelittle skippers! Families can foilow Airman Sam Rodriguez as they takeyoungsters on an amazing and entertaining audio tour to more than 30locations throughout the aircraft carrier.

The USS Midway Museum is an unforgettable adventure for the en-tire family. Guests can spend the day expioring more than 60 exhibitswith a collection of 25 restored aircraft. Those who dare can "take to thesky" aboard one of three flight simulators. (619) 544-9600; www.mid-way.org; fass Transiu bus rouíc •* 2, 293 & ÍW2; Oní/Kfe Imílev Une.

After a day full of aircraft carrier history, head over to the famousKansas City Barbeque for cinematic aviation history where scenes fromthe movie "Top Gun" were filmed. Sit next to the famous piano and en-joy the memorabilia-coved wails. (619) 231-9680. www.kcbbq.net

The Old Point Loma Lighthouse stoodwatch over the entrance to San Diego Bayfor 36 years. At dusk on November 15,1855, the light keeper climbed the wind-ing stairs and lit the light for the first time.What seemed to be a good location 422feet above sea levei, however, had a se-rious flaw. Fog and low clouds often ob-

scured the light. On March 23, 1891, the light was extinguished and thekeeper moved to a new lighthouse location closer to the water at the tipof the Point.

Today, the Old Point Loma Lighthouse still stands watch over SanDiego, sentinel to a vanished past. The National Park Service hás refur-bished the interior to i is historie 1880s appearance - a reminder of a by-gone era. Ranger-led talks, displays, and brochures are available to ex-plain the lighthouse's interesting past. From Route 5 take the Rosecrans/ Highway 209 Exit, stay on Rosecrans into Point Loma and turn right onCanon Street. Then turn left on Catalina Blvd. and continue to the end.

*21 FLYÍNC LEATHERNECK AVIATION MUSEUM

The Flying Leatherneck Aviation Museum is the only museum inthe world whose primary purpose is to preserve the history of MarineCorps Aviation. The museum tells the story of the Marine Corps aviatorsand ground crews who flew and maintained the aircraft.

U.S. Marines have been called many things in the past 235 years,but one of the most recognized names is Leatherneck. Marines have beencalled Leathernecks since the days they were assigned to Navy tall shipsand their uniforms had leather collars to prevent neck injuries from swordslashing. The nickname was made popular when John Wayne starred inthe feature film, "The Flying Leathernecks."

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*22 VISIT CABRILLO MONUMENT

On June 27,1542 Juan Rodriguez Cabrillo led the first European ex-ploratory voyage from México, arriving September 28, 1942 to what isnow the West Coast of the United States. Commemorated for discover-ing the San Diego Bay, a , Juan Rodriguez Cabrillo led the first Europeanvoyage from México on June 27, 2541 to explore what is now the WestCoast of the United States. The statue of Juan Rodriguez Cabrillo waserected in 1913, and stands proud in Point Loma offering visitors an as-tounding view of the Pacific. At theVisitor Center, the film "In Search ofCabrillo" and an exhibit hall present Cabrillo's life and times. Ranger-ledprograms about Cabrillo are usually available on weekends and on manyweekdays during summer months . On weekends Ranger-led adventurescan often be scheduled.

Today, largely due to the impacts of European colonization and cen-turies of growth and development, the habitat Cabrillo saw is now amongthe rarest in the world. Although only a remnant of that biologically di-verse ecosystem remains, it is well worth visiting and protecting. Thisunique diversity of piants and animais occurs here becausc it lies at thesouthern-most extent of some plant and animal ranges, and the northern-most extent of others.

Located just west of the city of San Diego, Point Loma encompassesmore than 660 acres of native habitat. Cabrillo National Monument restsprotected on 160 acres at the southern-most tip of the península, whichis bordered by the Pacific Ocean on the west, San Diego Bay on the east,and urban development on the north.

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Every year the gray whale makes its 10,000 mile round trip from theArctic feeding waters off Alaska to the warm breeding waters off Baja Cal-ifórnia and back again. Some adventure!

Approximately 20,000 whales follow a route that is only a few milesfrom the shore, and very near the surface, allowing for many sightings upand down the coast. The best time to spot whales in migration is from De-cember to January on their southern migration, and February to March ontheir northern migration. Just look for a spout, tail or footprint. A spout isthe whale pushing steaming warm air out of its lungs when it comes tothe surface, much like when a human breathes out warm air on a coldday. The footprint is the welling up of water at the surface caused by awhale thrusting its tale back and forth as it swims.

San Diego offers multiple whale watching opportunities and adven-tures. Join San Diego Harbor fxcurs/on and world-famous Birch Aquar-ium at Scrípps as they embark on a fully narrated three and one-halfhour adventure ailowing close-up views of gray whales. (619) 234-4111.www.sdhe.com. Hornblower Cruises and Events offers cruises profes-sionally narrated by Captains and trained naturalists from the San Di-ego Natural History Museum.(888) 467-6256. www.hornblower.com.Sail in the luxury of the historie Yacht America during the peak of the Pa-cific Oceans Whale migration. ,(800) 644-3454 www.stars-stripes.comXplore Ofíshore's trips moves with the whales on an ocean raft, a tru-ly unique experience. (858) 456-1636. www.xploreoffshore.com. Spc:a gray whale swimming off our coastline by kayak with La folia Ka\ak.(858) 459-1114. www.lajollakayak.com and Hike Bike Kayak. (866 425-2925. www.hikebikekayak.com.

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With OldTownTrolleyToursyou canhop on and hop off as you please at nu-merous stops to explore America's Fin-est City by foot. Take in the grandeur ofthe famecí Hotel Del Coronado, wanderthrough the galleries and shops at SeaportVillage, and attend a baseball game at Petco Fark or dine at one of a mul-titude of restaurants in the Historie Gaslamp District downtown. www.trolleytours.com/san-diego (888) 910-8687.

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For guaranteed family fun head on over to Belmont Hark, locatedon the sand in Mission Beach. The park's main attraclion, the Ciant Dip-per, is one of two original beachfront rollercoaster's along the west coaststill providingthrills and chills! Originally built in 1925, the ride's drops,curves, and hills have been recently restored to continue the fun for rid-ersof all ages. Só hangon.This isoneof the wildest rides in San Diego!

Those looking for more mellow entertainment will prefer the an-tiquc reproduction Liberty Carousel, the disco-themed Magicai MystciyMirror Maze, or the Speedway Bumper Cars amongst other rides and at-tractions.

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'2(3 HAIL AN AQUA CAB

What better way to get to Coro-nado Island to check into your favoritehotel, go waterfront shopping or dineat a fabulous restaurant with a killerview than by hailing a water taxi? Aliwhile enjoying the scenery and beau-tiful skyline of San Diego. Weather ifsa weekend getaway, romantic dinneror a day with the family, you should

arrange for a special way to get there! San Diego Harbor ExcursiorTs Wa-ter Taxi offers on-call transportation service along San Diego Bay, withservice to and from Coronado, Shelter Island, Harbor Island, and Down-town

The morning and afternoon commuter ferry stops at San DiegoBroadway Pier, Naval Air Station North Island, and Coronado Ferry Land-ing. From Broadway Pier in Downtown San Diego, San Diego Harbor Ex-cursion's ferry will deposít you at Coronado Ferry landing, which hás acharming collection of shops, art galleries, fine restaurants and fun eater-ies. www.coronadoferrylandingshops.com. For water taxi and ferry infor-mation- San Diego Harbor Excursion. (619) 234-4111. www.sdhe.com.

#27 THE EMBARCADERO

Our bayside boardwalk lies onthe edge of the remarkable San DiegoHarbor and leads to a variety of mar-itime museums, restaurants, boatingtours and endless shopping.

At the northern end of embar-cadero rests the world's oldest activeship, The Star of índia at the MaritimeMuseum. The Museum is also home

to the ferryboat Berkeley and the steam yacht Medea.Heading south on the boardwalk you will pass by the B Street Cruise

Ship Terminal, serving over 200 cruise ships annually. One of the big-gest ships in our harbor is the USS Midway, a retired aircraft carrier thatis now a museum. Embark on a warship and learn about life at sea with-out leaving dock.

Stroll on over to Seaport Village for an afternoon of shopping, din-ing and admiring beautiful docked yachts. Full of eateries, gift shops, andboutiques, Seaport Village hás a little something for everyone and withgreat harbor views.

Join the Embarcadero business during January to celebrate the 3 rdannual Big Bay Whale Days with a festival on the 22nd from 11am to3pm at the New Port Pavilion on Broadway Pier. www.whaledays.comMa$s irjiteit routes 92,í, 992. Of.tfígc Une ím//ev.

#28 SAN DIEGO SHERIFF'S MUSEUM

The San Diego County Sheriffs De-partment hás been protecting and servingthe public for 160 years, even before Cal-ifórnia was declared a state in the Unit-ed States.

The Sheriffs Museum was estab-lished in 1850 by a Hungarian Countnamed Agostin Harszthv. Sheriff Harszthybuiltthefirstcobblestonejailhouse i n Old

Town, 100 feet away from where the museum stands today.The museum is comprised of interactive exhibits and displays

historie law enforcement memorabilia including handcuffs, guns,badges, uniforms, a helicopter, jail cell, courtroon:, and a 1974Dodge Coronet patrol car.

The Sheriffs Museum prides itself on provici"; a n information-

al atmosphere for ali ages, however puts an emphasis on educat-íng school-age children on the importance of law enforcement andhow it pertains to their ongoing safety. (619) 260.1850; www.sher-iffmuseum.org; '. :-•:••.: :: :. . . , ' • ' . ' . .''-.•< '•,'.•'..

i #29 EXPLORE THE BOTANIC GARDEN

Explore four miles of garden trails, enjoy restful vistas, floweríngtrees, majestic palms, and the nation's largest bamboo collection. Thanksto San Diego's mild climate, plants from ali over the world thrive here.The diverse topography provides a variety of microclimates giving the vis-itor a sensation of going from a desert environment to a tropical raínfor-est, ali within 37 acres.

Located just 30 minutes north of San Diego in Encínitas, the SanDiego Botanic Garden features numerous exhibits, including rare bam-boo groves, desert gardens, a tropical rainforest, Califórnia native plants,Mediterranean climate landscapes, succulent gardens, an herb garden,fire safe landscaping, a subtropical fruit garden, and native coastal sagenatural áreas. In June of 2009, the Hamilton Children's Garden opened,the largest interactive children's garden on the West Coast.

The mission of the Carden is to inspire people of ali ages to con-nect with plants and nature while providíng a place of year-round beau-ty. www.sdbgarden.org (760) 436-3036.

30 G° FOR A P|CNICWith numerous parks from East County to the coast and the

country's best year-round weather, San Diego is the perfect place for apicnic. Each of the county's parks is unique and most are well-equippedwith benches and pet friendly zones, só you can always enjoy an outdoormeai outdoors with family and friends. This is one city where you haveplenty of options when it comes to picking your ideal picnicking spot.

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Kate Sessions Park in North Pacific Beach is the ideal place to getaway with friends and enjoy lunch under the sun. This park's panoramicviews of Pacific Beach and beyond will have you mesmerized.

With San Diego's diverseterrain you can truly experience picnickingat its best. But don't forget to pack up after you picnic só the city's parkscan remain family friendly and trash-free

#31 THE STAR OF THE SEA

The Maritime Museum of San Diegofeatures one of the finest collections of his-torie ships intheworld, includingtheworld'soldest active ship, Star of índia.

Founded in 1948, the museum grewout of the earlier efforts of a group of localhistorians and maritime enthusiasts who ac-quired the sailing ship, Star of índia in 1927.Now fully restored, the Star of índia is main-tained by a dedicated group of volunteers and skilled craftsmen and issailed at least once a year.

The museunVs collection also includes the 1898 steam ferry Berke-ley, the 1904 steam yacht Medea, the 1914 Pilot, the state's official tallship, Californian and the H.M.S Surprise. (619) 234-9153. www.sdmari-time.org.

Continue to enjoy the wonderful view of the San Diego bay anddine at Anthony's Fish Grotto located just a few doors from the museum.Providing outstanding family style service for over 60 years, they havebeen Voted San Diego's Best Seafood 14 years in a row. www.gofighan-thonys.com

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According to Wikipedia, Bowling isa sport in which players attempt to scorepoi nts by rol l i ng a bowl i ng bal l along a f latsurface, usually a wooden or synthetic sur-face, either into pins or to get close to a tar-get bali. Bowling is an anaerobic type ofphysical exercise, similar to walking wíthfree weights. Bowling helps in burningcalories and works muscle groups not usually exercised. Apart from thephysical benefits it also hás psychosocial benefits, strengthening friencl-ships or creating new ones in groups.

Well Bowling hás changed in the past few years! lt's not your Un-cle Bob's bowling any more. Bowling centers are doing a great job jazz-ing it up to attract the hipster crowd. Yep, bowling is cool! The sport itselfis still the same, but the venues and fun hás been kicked up quite a bit.

Check out EastVilIageTavern & Bowl, offering frosty adult beverag-es, tasty recipes by The Food Dude, plenty of HD flat-screens and everysports channel outthere. 3 locations. bowlevt.com.

Surf Bowl in Oceanside is a bowling alley and entertainment cen-ter. Xxtreme Clow-in-the-Dark Bowling, full service bar & café, laser tag,billiards and more. www.surfbowloceanside.com

#33 SAN DIEGO'S PlERS

Take a walk on the pier for a historical strollin San Diego, incredible views and greatfishing.San Diego is hometo six recreational piers alongits coastline, each one with its own distinct vibe.

Historie Oceanside Pier, 1,942 feet long,is the longest wooden pier on the West Coast.Grab a bite in the restaurant at the very end, ortry your hand at fishing.

At 1,971 feet, the Ocean Beach pier is . ,the longest concrete pier in the world. North of • ; A.Ocean Beach lies the Crystal Pier in Pacific Beach. The Crystal Pier was

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Shelter Island Fishing Pier is a small fishing pier located on San Di-ego Bay and a great place to watch the ships pass by. Last but not least,the Imperial Beach Pier, the southernmost pier in Califórnia. It is withinwalking distance of the Mexican border and displays beautiful views ofthe Los Coronados Islands.

Só for a nice stroll, a great view and maybe a little fishing, head outto the pier and enjoy the day!

*34 CHECK OUT THE SEALS

Check out the Seais at the Chil-dren's Pool in La Jolla for an extraordi-nary glimpse at nature as the seals hap-pily lounge underthe sun or mate in theirnatural habitat. The Children's Pool is aseawall built in 1931 and partially pro-tects this smail beach área. The original

intention was to close off the channel and create a safe bathing área forchildren.

In 1970, seals began to frequent the protected cove and eventuallyovertook the beach área. Since then the controversy regarding whether ornot the seals should be allowed to stay hás been a hot topic in the com-munity. Só far the seals have won and the área remains their safe haven.

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California's classic beach community, Oceanside, is the gateway toSan Diego. Considered by many to have some of the best sandy beach-es along the coast, this town offers unlimited water sports, recreation andshopping. The historie Oceanside pier, one of the longest wooden pierson the West Coast, spans 1942 feet in length and offers a view of the ma-rina that sits along the northwest border of the city. Enjoying a quiet es-cape from the hustle and bustle, visitors still experience the casual spirit

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#37 THE VILLAGE OF CARLSBAD

Carlsbad is known as a fami-ly friendly coastal town with a casu-al lifestyle and a non-commercial-ized small town feel. The Village ispacked with antique stores, trendyboutiques, great eats, and a bi-an-nual street faire touted as the largestone-day faire in the country. Ali ofthis is amid beautiful landscapingwithin walking distance of the beach.

Seaside shopping, indoor kart racing and an amusement park madeof Legos will leave everyone satisfied. If you fancy arts and culture, thereis a variety of creatívity and inspiration in fine arts, concerts and craftbeers.

A favorite among visitors and locais is the beach walk extendingfrom Pine Avenue to Tamarack Avenue along Carlsbad Boulevard. Graba cup of coffee, take a stroll and watch the surfers catch a waves, and thencatch a beautiful Southern Califórnia sunset.

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As you cruise down Highway 101,you'11 be greeted by tree-lined streetsand flags showcasing pink butterfliesgiving you the picture of a happy, old-fashioned place where businesses haveplied their crafts since 1975.

Spanish for "h i l Is of live oaks," En-cinitas boasts beautiful beaches andunique shopping that draws surfers and fun-loving beach crowds alike.This iaid back beach town holds a long and esteemed history of greatsurfing and legendary surfers.

Encinitas hás six miles of fòcific coastline and is characterized byits beaches, cliffs, flat-topped coastal áreas, steep mesa bluffs and rollinghills. lt's a place where diversity rules and is celebrated daily.

Best known for its family -owned coffee shops, thrift stores, and en-ergetic night life, Encinitas boasts a populatibn of locais that are as di-verseas itsterrain. . • • • • ' . f ,;

Del Mar is Spanish for "by the sea", and this upscale city is consid-ered quite prestigious. Its sun-baked shores are home to internationallyrenowned horse races, pristine beaches, delectable international cuisíne,and quaint seaside hotéis. The town was founded in 1800, hás inspiredsongs by the Beach Boys and Bing Crosby, and hás attracted an assort-ment of A-list celebrities over the years.

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drink atop Del Mar Plaza, complete with breathtaking ocean viev.s z-zincredible sunsefs.

The famous Del Mar racetrack is not oniy popular for the horse rai-es, but also hosts the annual county fair and numerous shows and evenísyear-round.

For incomparable views of the San Diego coastline, Take vou rpooch to Dog Beach for a frolic in the sun, or sample some of the besthiking trails at Del Mar State Beach.

Whether you are taking a well deserved vacation, or just playinghooky for the day, Del Mar hás a lot to keep you entertained.

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La Jolla is the exquisite combinationof a southern European resort atmosphereand Southern Califórnia fun. Whileit is known to be one of the most affiu-ent communities in the U.S., its beautifuinatural scenery and friendly people cre-ate a down-to-earth and welcoming feel.Spanish for "The Jewel", this hilly, seaside

community encompasses 7 miles of curving coastline aiong the PacificOcean and is just 12 miles north of downtown San Diego. Surroundedon three sides by ocean bluffs and beaches, with an average tempera-ture of 70 degrees, La Jolla is one of San Diego's brightest treasures andis home to the University of Califórnia San Diego, the Salk Institute andthe Scripps Institute of Oceanography. Fine restaurants, beautifui beachesand art galleries are plentiful here.

Stroll down Coast Boulevard and watch the sea lions and seals froi-ic in the Children's Pool, and the pelicans lounging on cliffs or diving intothe ocean. Fly a kite, watch fireworks or a summer concert in the park,take a swim in the famous cove, or a daring walk to the bottom of the his-torical La Jolla cave. Enjoy a bike ride, paraglide, rent a kayak, or just re-lax on the beautifui, sunny beaches. Photo Contest Winner.

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Pacific Beach draws in nearly 26 mil-lion visitors each year. This beach townstretches for two miles between MissionBeach and the La Jolla cliffs.

P.B., as it's referred to by locais, isfamous for its infinite sunshine, vibrantnightlife, unique eateries and cute beachboutiques. The town provides an endless

amount of daily activities such as beach cruising on the boardwalk, kay-aking in the cove, stand up paddie boarding or simply picnicking at KateSessions Park. The park boasts breathtaking views of the Pacific Ocean,San Diego Bay, Caslamp Quarter in downtown, and Coronado Island.

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Mission Bay is one of San Diego'smost popular locations to fly a kite, havea picnic, or play in the water. It is thelargest man-made aquatic park in thecountry, consisting of 4,235 acres. Ap-proximately 46 percent land and 54 per-cent water, Mission Bay boasts 27 milesof shoreline, 19 of which are sandy beaches with eight locations desig-nated as official swimming áreas. Swimmers and sun lovers are drawn tothe excellent surf conditions and the soft sands that Mission Bay's beach-es offer. Mission Bay offers boat docks and launching facilities, sailboatrentals, biking and walking paths and playgrounds for children. For a va-riety of water activities Seaforth Boat Rentals (619) 223-1681 www.sea-forthboatrental.com For beach rental gear, C/ieap Rentals (858) 488-9070 www.cheap-rentals.com.

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Free spirited, open minded, Ocean Beach is the perfect spot to relax,shop and take in the local flare. This funky little beach town, known asOB to locais, hás 55 eateries, surf shops, and a diverse selection of locallyowned boutiques and an antique district.

Ocean Beach's pier is the second largest pier on the West Coast,and the longest concrete pier in the world, measuring 1,971 feet long.Between playing on the sandy shores, shopping at one-of-a-kindboutiques and listeningto local music, you'll create a nightto remember.

Souvenirs from The Black, a smoke shop, will bring out your wildside. Every Wednesday from 4 until 8 p.m. on Newport Avenue, betweenCable and Bacon Street, the OB Farmers' Market is rocking. For dates andinformation on OB events, visit the Ocean Beach Mainstreet Associationat www.oceanbeachsandiego.com. Ocean Beach is located at the endof 1-8 west. Exit Sunset Boulevard into the heart of OB. Photo ContestRunner Up. ,.':••..• ':',,::,:,-" .:;;;..••:•--.;• - ' • ' • ' : ' - . :

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Step back in time into a colorful worldof fun and entertainment in beautiful His-torie Old Town San Diego, the Birthplace ofCalifórnia where the first Europeans settled.It was here in 1769, that Father Junipero Ser-ra carne to establish the very first mission ina chain of 21 missions that were to be thecornerstone of California's colonization. Fa-ther Serra's mission and Presidio were builton a hillside overlooking what is currently known as Old Town San Di-ego. Around every corner there is more history waiting for you. The fin-est in professional theatre, artisans, galleries and shops are ali within easywalking distance with free live entertainment, mariachis, dancers, periodattire docents providing tours and more.

Old Town is nestled in heart of San Diego, with more than 150shops, award-winning restaurants, 17 museums, and historical sites andjust a short walk from the San Diego Trolley Transit Center. Come visitthe original and reconstructed buiidings and furnishings that iliustrate theambiance of 1800's San Diego ... where Califórnia Began!

I 47 ISIT LITTLE ITALY

For a slice of authentic Italian culture right here in San Diego headon over to Littie Italy, located in the northwest área of downtown San Di-ego. The Littie Italy street sign, which spans across índia Street betweenDate and Fir, welcomes visitors to this picturesque neighborhood. Thisis where to find delicious Italian cuisine, coffee shops with a Europeanfeel, and streets lined with boutiques and art galieries. At one time, morethan 6,000 Italian families lived in Littie Italy and toiled to build San Di-ego into the center of the world tuna industry.

Today you are still likely to overhear Italian being spoken during avisit to this quaint, yet urban, setting. Every Saturday, 9:00arn - 1:30pmon Date Street, Littie Italy hosts the Littie Italy Mercato. This Italian farm-ers' market features freshly caught fish, vegetables and fruit from localfarmers, pastries from local bakeries and art from Littie ltaly's very ownartists, food, music, culture, and dance. . . v: . . X

*48 'T's ^"AS 'N THE GASLAMP

The Gaslamp Quarter is a 16V2 blockhistorical neighborhood in downtown SanDiego. The name "Gaslamp Quarter" is areference to the gás lamps that were com-mon in San Diego in the late 19th and ear-ly 20th centuries. Four new gaslamps havebeen installed at the intersection of MarketStreet and Sth Avenue to evoke that time.The área is listed as a historie district onthe National Register of Historie Places. Its main period of developmentbegan i n 1867, when Alonzo Horton bought the land i n hopes of creat-ing a new city center closer to the bay, and chose Sth Avenue as its mainstreet. After a period of urban decay, the neighborhood underwent urbanrenewai in the 1980s and 1990s. It now boast over 200 restaurants, bars,nightclubs and lounges, and countiess boutiques, art galleries and shops.It includes 94 historie buiidings, most of which were constructed in theVictorian Era, and are still in use with active tenants The Gaslamp hásdefinitely established itself both as the playground of hip, eclectiç San Di-egans and as an elite urban destination. ; ; : , : : . ../:. '.. '..-•-".

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Coronado Island is quintessentialsmall-town America, a world-class re-sort destination, and a Navy town witha relaxed Southern Califórnia beachatmosphere—something for everyone.

Jackrabbits inhabited Coronadountil Elisha S. Babcock, Jr. and Hamp-ton L. Storey purchased it in 1885

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Hotel dei Coronado opened in 1888and is now designated a National Historical Landmark. History is stillpart of daily life with over 85 historical sights on the island.

Coronado is perfect for an adventure by foot or bicycle. Arrive instyle at the Coronado Ferry Landing by San Diego Harbor Excursion'sferry or water taxi or cross the Coronado Bay Bridge by car. The Corona-do Ferry Landing hás the perfect collection of shops, restaurants and artgalleries, as well as the most magnificent views of the San Diego's "tool-box" skyline and harbor. (619) 435-8895. www.coronadoferrylanding-shops.com.

Coronado's compact size makes it a perfect town to explore by footor bicycle. Rent a beach cruiser or a bicycle-built-for-two on which totool around town. Bikes and Beyond. (619) 435-7180. www.hollandsbi-cycles.com. rjns/f fausn #901

INTRIGUING IMPERIAL BEACH

Located a few minutes north of theMéxico border and about a half-hoursouth of Downtown San Diego, Imperi-al Beach is the most southwesterly cityin the continental U.S. IB boasts miles ofuntouched beaches with big surf, openspace and wetlands, popular with surf-ers and local youth.

Locais and tourists are not the onlyones attracted to IB—migratory birdsand wildlife flock to IB year-round. Theestuary; 2,531 acres of wetlands is thelargest saltwater marsh in Southern Cali-

fórnia with a visitor's center offering daily walking tours. This área is thelast haven for more endangered species than anywhere else in the world.

IB is known as Classic Southern Califórnia because the town is oneof the last untouched beach towns in Southern Califórnia. Swim, surf,take a walking tour of public art, go on a nature walk or experience theworld-renowned estuary in IB! www.cityofib.com

BEAUTIFUL JULIAN

Julian was founded following the Civil War, when displaced Con-federate Veterans headed west to seek their fortunes in a new, mostly un-settled land. In 1869, cattleman Fred Coleman, found the first fleck ofgold. It was San Diego's first and only gold rush, but it didn't last long. ltwas over within a decade, but the pioneers stayed and began farming therich land. Today, there is still the opportunity to mine for gold. ThejulianMining Company provides tours that allows you and your group to livea day in the life of an early Californian gold miner. Julian's other claimto fame is their apples. Each fali thousands of visitors go to the moun-tains finding fruit stands overflowing with crisp fruit and homemade ci-der. Make sure not to leave without trying a piece of Mom's superb ap-ple pie. Julian is the premier mountain retreat in San Diego County and isvery unique in that it hás four seasons. In spring you'II find the blossom-ing of many flowers, including daffodils. Summer is perfect for hikingand being outdoors, fali makes them famous for apples and autumn col-ors, and winter brings snowfalls and snowy, crisp holidays. Yep, it doessnow in San Diego! In less than an hours ride, you can see for yourself.Just make sure to leave your shorts and flip flops behind.

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#52 KICK START YOUR DAY

Start your day the right way by enjoying the most important meaiof the day at one of San Diego's many breakfast nooks. Whether you arehaving toast and jelly, or eggs, bacon, sausage and pancakes, fuel your-self for a day of sightseeing.

With over 30 omelet creations and a local favorite, The Broken YolkCafé in Racific Beach, Carisbad, Eastlake, Downtown and San Marcos issure to satisfy everyone. (858) 270-9655. www.thebrokenyolkcafe.com.

Richard Walker's Pancake House uses only fresh, never frozen, in-gredients. From omelets to pancakes and a full lunch menu, their menuis sure to please even the pickiest of taste buds. (619) 213-7777. www.richardwalkers.com.

Brian's 24, Gaslamp's only restaurant serving breakfast, lunch anddinner 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Free Delivery within a limitedárea. (619) 702-8410.www.brians24.com. Fuel yourself for a great dayof sightseeing in San Diego, don't tour on empty!

#53 OUR WONDERFUL WlNERIES

San Diego wineries are like hidden jeweis . Offering the sweetsmells of locally grown grapes across a beautifully landscaped countryvineyard, tasting rooms featuring boutique wines, wonderful gift shopsfilled with memorable keepsakes, and county-wide events to please winelovers and aficionados, visitors can enjoy a "taste of San Diego WineCountry". One of the great benefits of visiting our local wineries includethat they are owned and managed by local families and farmers, a wayof supporting local farming and an agricultura! way of life. This also of-ten allows you a great opportunity to meet the vintner during your visit.Unique, boutique wines are handcrafted no huge manufacturing plants,and no huge production lines. Beginning with hand harvesting of local-ly grown grapes, the process is one that is reminiscent of the fine work ofboutique wine makers across the country. With more then 50 wineries inthe county, San Diego is one of the fastest growing wine destinations sómake sure to stop in and have a taste. A great place to start is Orfila Win-ery in Escondido (760) 738-6500. www.orfila.com, Bernardo Winery inRancho Bernardo (858) 487-1866 www.bernardowinery.com and Car-ruth Cellars Winery on Cedros in Solana Beach (858) 847-9463 www.carruthcellars.com. For a complete l istof San Diego Wineries visit www.sandiegowineries.org

,. #54 Now SHOWING - LIVE!

San Diego hás earned its reputation as a premiere and sophisticat-ed theatre town boasting twoTony Award-winning theatres. More showshave been sent to Broadway from San Diego than any other city in Amer-ica. With over 150 adventurous theatres of ali sizes in the área, San Di-ego's theatre scene is one of the most active, inspiring, cutting edge andcreative scenes around.

Live at the AVO Playhouse in Vista this season are: Barefoot in thePark Jan 20 -Feb 6, / Love a Piano Feb17-Mar13 and Foxfire Mar 24-Aprl O www.moonlightstage.com

Live on Broadway San Diego this season areThe Wizard of Oz Feb.15-20 and Stomp April 19-24. www.broadwaysd.com

From musicais to Shakespearean theatre, live jazz to orchestralchamber music, modern dance to ballet, there are live performances tosuit ali tastes in San Diego.

J5 SOUTH OF THE BORDER CUSINE

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Since 1940, El índio, a local favorite, hás been dedicated to deliv-ering fine Mexican food. Originally aTortilIa factory and the birth placeof the "Taquito" they are still making fresh tortillas daily. (619) 299-0333.www.el-indio.com.

7 #56 BEER - |T LOVES You!The beer enthusiast culture is on the rise in San Diego. There are

over 30 craft breweries operating in the county. Our locally brewed alesand IPAs can hold their own with the Belgian elite crafts and are cement-ing San Diego's reputation as a brewing hot spot; bolstered by strongshowings at the Great American Beer Festivais and World Beer Cup com-petitions since the early 2000s.

The brewing process begins with a tiny grain of malt from whichSan Diego brew masters produce a variety of fruity, nutty and bold tastingbrews across the light and dark color spectrum, reflecting Southern Cali-fornia's relaxed, anything-goes culture.

For the beer lover, Brewery Tours of San Diego offers transportationfor beer education. They have seiected a great route to showcase someof the award winning beers created here in San Diego. The tour visits 2-3different breweries, which allows you to taste many different styles cre-ated by San Diego's top craft breweries. Let Brewery Tours of San Di-ego drive you to some of the best Brew Houses around! (619)961-7999www.brewerytoursofsandiego.com

Don't rush through dinner to make it to an evening show, combinethe two and make a night of it. San Diego hás a fantastic array of optionsfor dinner and a show. From murder mysteries to concerts on the bay, and

Flamenco dancing shows to wedding recep-tions, you can experience itall in San Diego.

No need ío repark your car, stay whereyou are and enjoy the evening. For a love-ly romantic and exotic show, head over toCafé Sevilla in the Gaslamp Quaríer for theirFlamenco dinner. Every Friday and Saturdaynight, Flamenco dancers don their hard sole shoes and perform beforc apacked house. Enjoy authentic Spanish cuisine while watching cuadro, agroup of flamenco performers-including dancers, singers, percussionistsand guitarists. (619) 233-5979. www.cafesevilla.com

#58 LET'EMROLL!

San Diego is known for its world-class attrac-tions and beautiful beaches, but gaining a lot of at-tention is the exciting array of state-of-the-art ca-sinos, many of which have become full-seiviceresorts. The casino's here in San Diego offer every-thing including beautiful outlet centers, golf cours-es, luxury spas, museums and of courseVegas styleclshowrooms and live entertainment facilities.

Builtby Native Americans on lheir tribal lancis,casinos reflect another facet of San Diego's rich cultural diversity. Withits 18 tribes, San Diego hás the largest concentration of tribes of any sin-gle county in the U.S and about half are involved with the Indian gamingBusiness. Not only do the casinos help the tribes become f inancially self-sufficient, they also enable tribal governments to support charities and so-cial programs serving the entire San Diego community.

San Diego's casinos offers a thrilling day of play, open 24 hours andali just a short drive away.

ENJOY DINNER ON THE WATER

Special occasionscallforsomethingoutof the ordinary, and a dinner cruise is any-thing but ordinary. Once you step foot on theluxury yacht and your friendly greeter meetsyou with a glass of champagne, your experi-ence begins. The outdoor decks allow you toenjoy the fresh smell of the ocean along withthe wonderful views of downtown's nightlifeas the yacht cruises along San Diego's coast.

Elegance and attentiveness are at the core of the ihree-course meaiserved by staff in black-tie attire. After dinner dance the night away underSan Diego's starlight sky with some of the best DJ entertainment.

Sunday brunch cruises provide the perfect opportuniry to enjoy thesun's warmth. Shorter in iength, the gourmet brunch buffet (mimosas in-cluded) ensures the experience is memorable impressive array of choicesthat is sure to satisfy any appetite or sweet tooth. Both Hornblower Cruis-es and Events and San Diego Harbor Excursion offer wonderful dinnerand brunch cruises for a variery of occasions. (619) 686-8700. www.hornblower.com. (619) 234-4111. www.sdhe.com.

Downtown San Diego hás a variety of late-night dining optionsto cure your cravings between dinner and breakfast! After a late mov-ie, show, long night of bar-hopping or simply a late-night hunger pain,head downtown.

Brian's 24, also located in the Gaslamp District, serves breakfast 24hours a day, and of course, hás a huge selection and oversized portions ofhome-style comfort foods. Delicious hotcakes and malted waffles, fresheggs, delicious pasta, tender pot roast and mashed potatoes await you.(619) 702-8410. www.brians24.com. Mass TnitnH >>u* nnilex P2, *>23 «f

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We ali deserve to be pamperedoccasionally só why not treat yourself?Having a spa day is the perfect \vay tosit back, relax and spend time vviíh girl-friends, a loved one, or maybe evensolo. On your special day at the spa vouwill indulge your senses while relaxing

your mind and body. Enjoy a massage, have your nails done, or get a sea-vveed wrap with a facial on the side. Each spa offers unique services thatare sure to help you de-stress, só you won't run out of luxurious optionsto choose from. Many spas even have delicious cafés where you can dineon healthy foods to keep your body energized and in good health forhours after your treatment. Keep in mind that men enjoy a personal dayof pampering too, and , - spa days aren't just 'a girl thing'. In fact, somespas have specialty services that cater specifically to men. Plan ahead foryour special day to be sure you can put ali your other obligations andworries aside and make the most of your relaxation time.

BURGERS BABY

Ever since 1954 when Ray and Mac McDonald opened the first fastfood burger joint, the hamburger hás surpassed the Sandwich as one ofAmerica's favorite foods. The hamburger hás consistently grown in stat-ure, and size, over the years and we feel obligated to let you know whereyou can find San Diego's best burgers! Hodad's in OB serves their burg-ers in a simple presentation — wrapped in plastic paper and the beerscome in bottles or if on tap, in mason jars. Their burgers are beautiful!Hodad's is located at the corner of Newport Avenue and Bacon Street inOcean Beach. The Waterfront Bar and Crill on Kettner Boulevard serveshalf pound burgers and the right amount of attitude to make it a greatburger joint. Plenty of beers on tap also. Can't help but plug In-N-Outburgers, for fast food and delicious burgers, they can't be beat. lt's whata burgers ali about! Check out our website for a full listing of the bestburgers i n town.

HANG AT THE HARBOR

From the recreational boater to the professional shopper,Oceanside Harbor offers fun-filled activities for everyone. The sizabledock houses isles of sailboats, yachts, and motor boats for viewing.Join the ranks and become a sailor for the day by enjoying one of themany water activities available! Speed through crashing waves on ajet ski, sight see on a harbor tour and sail the seas while sport fishing.The marina is home to an array of sea life and visitors have the chanceto explore wildlife in the deep seas through whale-watchingtours andfishing excursions.

On dry land, scrumptious aromas from Oceanside Vi l lage's manyrestaurants will make your mouth water in anticipation. Co shoppingin the many stylish boutiques and peruse the unique vendors whilebasking in the breathtaking scenery and balrny vveather. Come andenjoy an amazing day at Oceanside Harbor! _ , : : .

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Take pleasure in the sunshine and breezy coastal climate while sav-ing time, money and your feet by touring the city by bike.

Indoor karting officially got its start in 1956 in Califórnia by famousrace car builder and Californian, Art Inglês. Karting hás modernized intothrilling, adrenaiine-pumping races, approaching speeds of 45 mph, bothchildren and adults will find themselves vying f°r first place. Race for thefastest time of the week and month, challenge your family and friendsand let out your road rage with go kart racing.

The asphalt surface provides a strong grip allowing novices and pro-fessionals alike to zoom down straight-aways and a lot of high-speedturns. Spend the day racing friends, family and a multitude of othersamongst pulsating music and néon lights. This heart-pumping, exhilarat-ing activity is available to try any day of the week, and late into the nighton weekends. Kl Speed's Pró Karts are annong the finest in the world andenvironmentally friendly, producing zero emissions. (760) 929-2225.www.kl speed.com.

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The amazing thrill of a motorcycíe ride isone of the best ways to experience life from aunique and interesting point of view.

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The unique, self-balancing, electric-powered Segway PT is today'smost exciting transportation device. You can guide your way through thesights of San Diego while reducing your personal carbon footprint. Us-ing gyroscopes and tilt sensors, the Segway PT is able to imitate humanbalance. Lean forward and the Segway moves forward, lean back andit moves back, stand up straight and you will stop. Operation is naturaland intuitive.

Running on electricity, the Segway PT hás the equivalem energy ef-ficiency of 450 miles per gallon, it is environmentally friendly, with zeroemissions, and it helps to alleviate parking congestion. Touring on a Seg-way is the ultimate, high-tech and fun alternative to a walking tour.

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The County of San Diego hás a variety of ideal locales to pitch a tentand enjoy the great outdoors. From the wide range of parks and beach-es, to the mountains and desert, you can set up camp at some of the mostsought after camping grounds in Southern Califórnia.

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Experience hot springs and play a game of shuffleboard at one c~the 140 camping sites in Aqua Caliente Park located in the Anza BorregoDesert. Sweetwater Summit is perfect if you want to wake up to a pan-oramic view of Sweetwater Valley. If you're looking for an ocean breezeto iull you to sleep in your tent, head to South Carlsbad State Beach. Atthis camp ground next to the ocean you can grill your dinner in the pic-nic table área before heading into the water for a sunset dip.

Whether you're looking to explore nature on a long hike or justwant to relax beside a bonfire, experiente camping at its best in San Di-ego!

BLACK'S BEACH BABY!

Stretching 2 miles long, Blacks Beach is famous among surfers forbig winter swells, but is better known to the rest of the world as one ofthe largest nude beaches in Califórnia. Nudism is unlawful in San Di-ego, but it hás persisted at Blacks for decades, the only real deterrentbeing cold weather. The nudists (or 'nakes' as Surfers call them) tend tohang out north of the Glider Port Trail, while surfers head south to themain peaks.

Rarticipate in a game of naked volleyball or Frisbee with Black'sBeach Bares, a group of local volunteers who go to Biack's everyday tomake sure it's clean, safe and that everyone is behaving appropriately andrespectful ly. For the most part, surfers and nakes are the only people moti-vated enough to make the long trek to Blacks, só if these aren't your mo-tives think about heading to The Shores instead.

Seize the night! Discover the noctur-nal world of San Diego's multi-level lasertag at Ultrazone, the ultimate laser tag ad-venture. Screams of laughter fill the air inthe dark, as fog swirls around you, musicpounds and shadows come to life whenplaying laser tag.

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San Diego hás a wide variety of golf courses to suit any skill leveiand wallet. Whether you're a golfing novice or seasoned pró, there is agolf course to fit your needs and skill levei. With perfect weather year-round, there is no excuse to not play 18 holes today, or start learning.

The 36-hole, award-winning championship golf course, TorreyPines Municipal, is a musttoplay in San Diego. lt'sa littledifficulttogeta tee time, but well worth it. Some of our other notable courses includeAviara Golf Course located at the Park Hyatt Resort in Carlsbad. Very un-even lies with difficult greens make for a testing round, (760) 603-6900.And for a fun, scenic course on the water that is still quite challenging,give Coronado Municipal Golf Course a try. For our money it's the sec-ond best muni in Southern Califórnia, (619) 435-3121. Check out the re-maining couple of hundred courses on our website.

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Looking for a more adventurous way to handle a kite? Try kiteboard-ing in the Fíicific or on the bay. Kiteboarding can be a great workout andthere are several schools that provide lessons for your first time out. Sólefs go fly a kit and send it soaring!

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the US, and \ve have our fair share of active locais, who take advantageof the city's pereci iemps and many green spaces, such as Torrey PinesState Natural Reserve which is located within San Diego city limits andyet remains one of the wildest stretches of land on our Southern Califór-nia coast! Here rests 2000 acres of land as they were before San Diegowas developed. There are 8 miles of trails, a visitor center, and guidednature walks on weekends and holidays. From Route 5, exit on CarmeiValley Road and drive west for about 1 .5 miles until you reach the CoastHighway 101. Turn left and proceed along the beach for about a miie, thepark entrance is on your right

Further north along the coast is the San Elijo Lagoon Ecological Re-serve featuring more than 7 miles of walking, hiking or running trails,which can be accessed from eight trail heads. Every Saturday, the Con-servancy offers a guided nature walk with a trained naturalist starting atthe nature center located at 2710 Manchester Avenue, off of Route 5 inEncinitas

v 74 SADDLE UP PILGRIM

Horseback riding is the ultimateway to explore the natural tapestry ofSan Diego's back country. Hidden awayby trees and tall grasses, you'll discovera quiet getaway where scores of horsesare available to ride down 52,000 acresofscenic trails.

Choose one of the well-trainedhorses and take a two-hour tour with experienced guides that ensuresafety and comfort. Children, ages seven and up, as well as new riders,are welcome to enjoy this rural outdoor experience. More polished rid-ers can go at their own pace as they gallop through thousands of milesof sun-drenched meadows, choosing their preference of English or West-ern style riding.

Bright Valley Farms is located near Sweetwater River Valley. Thecool breezes that blow in from the water and the sunny spring weath-er blend together to make for cozy riding conditions. (619) 670-1861.www.brightvalleyfarms.com.

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You'll need to get down to the beach or in close proximity of thecoast and under just the right conditions. That is, if you want to see theamazing, the incredible, the one and only, GREEN FLASH. No, it's nota superhero, but it's just as cool!

Just as the sun sets, the sky will appear to light up green for a mo-ment. At sunrise, the phenomenon is reversed, with the green flashappearing first. As the sun sets, red and orange light, which are refract-ed the least, disappear first. Although green light is roughly in the mid-dle of the spectrum, it is usually the last color to be seen by someonewatching a sunset because blue and violet light are practically ali ab-sorbed by the contamination in the atmosphere, which scatters bluelight and removes it from the line of sight. Under extraordinary condi-tions, however, a "blue flash" may be seen. Ok, ok, enough already;enjoy our beautiful sunsets!

'S Go SKATBOARDJNG!

Grind the rails, sidewalk surf, kick-flip,and ol-lie like a professional skateboarder, Tony Hawk,a San Diego local. San Diego county hás over 18skate parks. Five of Southern California's top 20skate parks and are located in San Diego: Claire-mont, Rala Skate park, San Diego-WashingtonStreet, YMCA Magdalena Ecke and Poway.

Skateboarding began in the 1950s, when surf-ers decided to surf the streets. In 1995 ESPN heldtheir first Extreme Games, which was a huge suc-cess and is an annual event which hosts winter and summer games. Thewinter X Games are held in Aspen, Colorado and the summer games areheld just north of San Diego, in Los Angeles.

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Whether you are an experienced skateboarder or trying it out for thefirst time, make sure to wear protection and skate in safe áreas. To find aiist of local skate parks, visit www.socalskateparks.com

PLACES To SHOP

77 SHOP ON THE WATERFRONT

What better way to shop then by water-front. Stoll through the shops while enjoying abreathtaking view of the San Diego Bay. Water-front shopping in San Diego hás everything youare looking for, from clothing and souvenirs, toart and toys, ali in a beautiful outdoor setting.Whether you visit Coronado by car or ferry, theCoronado Ferry Landing is the perfect place for

your day trip. Stroll through more than 20 eclectic shops, including chil-dren's clothing, imports, memorabilia, seashells, men's sportswear, fineart, women's clothing, shoes and more. There is something for everyoneand every occasion. The Coronado Ferry Landing is located at the inter-section of First Street and B Avenue on Coronado Island. (619) 435-8895.www.coronadoferrylandingshops.com.

Seaport Village hás everything under the sun. Stop into Del Sol tosee the sun bring colors alive. Everything in the store shines a differenttone, when exposed to UV rays. (619) 702-5013. The \veather is perfectand you'll discover a iot to do and buy. Explore over 50 diverse shops, 17unique eateries and outdoor entertainment. For directions and informa-tion, visit www.seaportvillage.com. After youVe shopped to your hearfscontent, kick up your tired feet on the ocean front pátio, order a glass ofwine and enjoy the magnificent views.

78 STROLL CEDROS DESIGN DISTRICT

Walking 2 and a half blocks nor-mally does not take long, but the De-sign District on Cedros Ave packs sómuch creativity that it merits a few hours.An impressive 116 shops, each with itsown allure, line these streets. Many ofthe shops display original creations fromhundreds of artists, architects and photog-raphers. Fill an empty wall space or de-sign an entire room - these professionalsprovide itall.

Hundreds of other creative artists sei! their crafts, clothing and jew-elry in beach cottages turned storefronts or inside large, warehouse stylespaces resembling worldly shopping baxaars.

Once you have shopped ali you can shop, be sure to stop into Car-ruth Cellars Winery for a unique opportunity to experience a fully oper-ational winery in an urban setting, just blocks from the beach. You cancontact them at (858)847-9463 or go to their website at www.carruth-cellars.com.

Part of ihe small Solana Beach community, the design district is eas-ily accessible. Just north of Del Mar and one short block east of PacificCoast Hwy. Parking isfree. :.-- ollcy line.

WHERE To FIND ANTIQUES

Antique store owners are passionate about the items lhey collect,carefully restore and often resell to the general public and fellow antiqueconnoisseurs. iMany of these stores feature one of a kind items and col-lections of furniture, jewelry and pottery. Additionally, you can finei orig-inal Victorian windowpanes, out-of-print books, silverware and every-thing in between at an antique store.

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The thrill of antique shopping is discovering a valuable item that ismasquerading as an ordinary item at someone's flea market stand or alocal thrift store's shelf. Antique hunters scour auctions, estate sales andeven yard sales for their antique potential and só for the ordinary shop-per, a trip to the neighborhood antique store can be a real treat.

Several of San Diego's neighborhoods, like Carlsbad, La Mesa, LittleItaly and North Park, are home to numerous antique shops specializingin various fields. However, the Mecca of antique shopping is in OceanBeach; on the 400 block of Newport Avenue alone, there are eight an-tique shops waiting to tantalize your shopping impulses. Discover a trea-sure today.

30 BUY LOCAL FRESH PRODUCE

With a buzzing social atmosphere, thesefriendiy outdoor markets make food shopping afun experiente for children and adults alike. SanDiego provides a sundry of farmers markets fullof deliciously nutritious fruits, vegetables andhomemade favorites. Crown through sustainableagricultura techniques, local farmers pride them-selves in providing the city with organic produceat an affordable price.

Every Wednesday, on Newport Avenue inOcean Beach, purchase the most delicious, lo-cal ly-grown, produce, art, flowers, local musicand more www.oceanbeachsandiego.com. Take in the stunning baysideview whiie picking up fresh vegetables and produce at Coronado lsland'sFerry Landing on Tuesdays from 2:30 p.m. until 6 p.m. in the parking lotof the II Fornaio Restaurant www.coronadoferrylandingshops.com. Ex-plore more than 20 farmers represented at Oceanside's Sunset Marketon Thursdays with an international food court, live entertainment, artsand crafts fair and farmers market www.msoceanside.com. For a farmersmarket near you, visit www.sdfarmbureau.org for locations and week-ly schedules.

31 OUTLETS A PLENTY

San Diego is nome to five outstanding outlet Malls! Shop till youdrop while enjoying the country's most desirable climate. The San Di-ego's outlets are impressive retail stores offering high-profile brands anddiscounts in their own dedicated stores.

The Lãs Americas Premium Outlets is the county's newest outlet;Latin themed in architecture next to the México border offers over 125stores to fill every designer addicfs need. Carlsbad Premium Outlets hásover 90 stores, heavy on designer names and is located next to the Carls-bad Flower Fields. Viejas Outlet Center is located across from Viejas Ca-sino. Native American themed with meandering walkways and gardenslead to a serene shopping experience.

Don't leave San Diego without taking advantage of our premiumoutlets and superior savings. No matter where you are in San Diego,there is an outlet near you.

32 P|CK UP A SOUVENIR

No vacation is complete without a souvenir and Although you can-not bottle up San Diego's sunshine, no vacation is complete without asouvenir!

The beach communities are lined with dozens of shops selling ev-erything from t-shirts, shot glasses and key chains to seashells in a bag.Kobey's Swap Meet, held at the San Diego Sports Arena, Fridays throughSundays, offers an opportunity to bargain hunt and purchase directlyfrom locais; while the boutique shops and art galleries sell pricier butone of a kind gifts.

At Del Sol, the sun brings colors alive. Everything in the store shinesa different one, when exposed to UV rays. (619) 702-5013 www.dclsol-sandiego.com. Visitors on a budget but with a flare for creativity shouldspend sometime on the beaches collecting seashells or bottling up somesand.

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get an early start on Christmas and create a beach inspired decorationtheme complete with seashell ornaments and sand dollar tinsel.

FUNKY BOUTIQUES

Whether you're in the mood to spiurge,bargain hunt or just browse, San Diego isbrifnming with boutiques carrying uniqueapparel and accessories. Shopping mallsand department Stores can't always quenchthe fashionista's thirst for distinctive style, butboutiques have a personality ali their own.

Downtown's Gaslamp corridor carriesedgy, experimental trends from new designers both near and far. The Vi I-lage in Hillcrest specializes in providing affordable and fun vintage favor-ites. Your shopping experience doesn't have to be limited to the streets!The beaches of Encinitas are lined with second-hand stores, high-endspecialty shops and casual bazaars, turning even a simple shopping spreeinto a refreshing outdoor retreat. For your one-stop shop for beads, Sil-ver and jewelry visit South Sun Products (858) 309-5045. www.south-sunproducts.com. Explore the city's unique boutiques and stylishly standapart!

34 SAN DIEGC/S RODEO DRIVE

Prospect Street in La Jolla, aka, San Diego's Rodeo Drive is the mainthoroughfare in La Jolla Village. From early morning to late into the night,the streets of downtown La Jolla are alive with the world's shopping elite.The range of storefronts is dazzling. From high-end art galleries to charm-ing boutiques, you'll be tempted by countless opportunities to bring apiece of La Jolla home with you. Known as the jewel of San Diego, LaJolla is perched on jagged cliffs above the ocean. Enjoy a view of the Pa-cific in the distance as you stroll up and down Prospect Street and overto Girard.

Fora respite from shopping, settle into a comfy sofá at a coffeehouseor treat yourself to a sundae at an ice cream shop. Wander down to LaJolla Cove to spy on the seals lazing on the beach at the Children's Poolbefore heading to dinner at one of the numerous restaurants in the Vil-lage. Choose from upscale dining, charming cafés, Mexican eateries, andfamily-friendly establishments. lt's difficult to visit La Jolla and not wantto stay a little longer.

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San Diego's convenient location alongthe coast, the ultimate outdoor playground isat your fingertips. The Pacific Ocean beckonsto be enjoyed.

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coastline of San Diego hás plenty to explore.Rent a boat for the day, buzz around in a Wa-

verunner or just cruise as you let the wind guide you on a sailboat. Sea-forth Boat Rentals, offer a myriad of options to get you out on the water.Whether you want some power behind the wheel or some fast, fun ac-tion on a Waverunner, they can surely provide the means to a great dayon the sea. (619) 223-1681. www.seaforthboatrental.com. With San Di-ego Speedboat Adventures, YOU are the captain! Experience theTHRILLof driving your own speedboat, and the safety of having a skilled guideintroduce you to the beauty of San Diego Harbor. (619) 294-5852 www.speedboatadventures.com.

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*86 |T'S A BLAST °N THE B!G BAYSan Diego Bay covers 34 miles of oceanfront and spans seven

unique districts. From Imperial Beach along Mexico's border, throughCoronado, Chula Vista, National City, the Embarcadero, Harbor Island,to Shelter Island - each área hás a distinct feeling of its own. Enjoy 16waterfront parks and a myriad of restaurants, shops, walking paths, andocean views.

Of course one of the best ways to enjoy the Big Bay is to be on it!Whether you are looking for a dinner cruise, whale and dolphin watch-ing, or a memorable party venue—a harbor cruise is a special experi-ence. Hornblower Cruises and Events. (619) 686-8700. www.horn-blower.com. San Diego Harbor Excursion. (619) 234-4111. www.sdhe.com. . / ' . ; Tfíinsit bi;:- : :;" .,.-•• • ' • ' • . . "

To see the best of San Diego on land and in the water take a tourwith San Diego Seal Tours. lt's a boat on wheels that takes you on a tourof the city's sites before driving straight into the bay for the second, float-ing half of the tour! (619) 298-8687. www.sealtours.com. :; •

KAYAK THE SEVEN CAVES.,'Experience the beauty and adventure of

the Southern Califórnia coastline and comeaway with a new appreciation for ocean kaya-king and for the wildlife and natural beauty ofour under water worid. Discover the spectac-ular Seven Caves, sea cliffs, and the Underwa-ter Park, ali of which\e renowned to La Jolla.With the warm water, great weather, and theamazing combination for scenery and wild-life, it is no wonder that kayaking is one of San Diego's fastest growingrecreational activities.

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For a tour of the gorgeous La Jolla Sea Caves and through the fas-cinating a marine paradise of the La Jolla Ecological reserve, or to rentkayaks and explore on your own, La Jolla Kayak. (858) 459-1114. HikeBike Kayak. (858) 551-9510. If you decide that kayaking won't fulfill aliof your outdoor desires, check out some of the other activities they offer,such as hiking, biking, surfing, snorkeling and standup paddle boarding.

HOOK EM DANO

Live like Hemingway, and take on the ex-hilarating challenge of attempting to pull a mas-sive fish from the ocean aboard a deep sea fishingboat. San Diego fishing boats depart every day,year round, on a regular schedule. Half-day and% -day trips target fun and feisty surface game fishat the local kelp beds and offshore islands. Hali-but, marlin and shark are just some of the types of fish you could brag tofriends about catching after a hard-won battle at sea.

Full day, overnight and multi-day trips fish offshore for prizecl migra-tory yellowtail, albacore and tuna. There are plenty of sportfishing com-panies in San Diego offering everything you need including rental tackle,fishing licenses and sunscreen. On board, professional crews assist thenovice and experienced angler. You can obtain information on whafs bit-ing and where, and get advice on the best trip for the time you have avail-able. Só take on the exhilarating challenge of attempting to pull a massivefish from the ocean aboard a deep sea fishing boat.

AMERICA'S CUP YACHT

Whetheryou wantto feel rich and famous by relaxing with cocktailson a luxury schooner or get hands-on and experience the speed of a raceyacht, San Diego holds the key to these thrilling opportunities.

The America's Cup is named after the yacht, America, The vessel'smost famous yachtsman, Dennis Conner, named many of his yachts Stars& Stripes; without a doubt the most recognized nanes in yacht racing.Both are currently in San Diego and available to you for sailing and rac-ing opportunities.

From December 19 through to April 15th experience a rare op-portunity to whale watch on AMERICA. Experience San Diego WhaleWatching as never before on this luxury and historie yacht.

No sailing experience is necessary. The crew will guicie you to fulfillyour sailing dreams. Don't leave town without calling Dennis Conner'sAmerica's Cup Experience at (800) 644-3454. www.stars-stripes.com.

Li i's Go SURHNC. Now

Whether you are visiting San Diegoor have lived here for years, it's time tograb your board and hit the waves. SanDiego's coastline covers 75 miles and asmany awesome surf spots. Most of ourshoreline consists of long beach breakswith primarily southwest exposure.

Oceanside hás miles of water open to surfers and it's the ideal placefor beginners since the break is usual a bit more gentlc. If you're just start-ing out, La Jolla Shores is another option for you to catch a wave in toshore. Take a lesson before you take the surfing plunge at Pacific BeachSurfShop (858) 373-1138 www.pacificbeachsurfschool.com or Mene-hune Surf (858) 551- 9510 www.menehunesurf.com. With the vast ar-ray of beaches lining the coast there's no shortage of hotspots where youcan hang ten. Be sure to grab a wet suit before diving into your first wave,the water can get chilly!

ADVENTURES ON AN OCEAN RAH

Ocean rafting will take you on a thrilling, relaxing and unforgetta-ble ride on the open waters. It offers open-endnd adventures off the coastof San Diego, Mission Bay, Catalina Island and México. You will feel thewind in your hair, the ocean spray on your face and the swelling waters

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beneath you. Instead of following tour guides and maps, you vvill movein sync with your own ínterests, weather conditions, wildlife cycles andmore. You might even have the opportunity to swim with a Risso's dol-phin, or get up dose and personal with San Diego's sea life like whales,sunfish, seals, porpoises and others. Share the Navy SEAL-style boat withyour friends, family and Coast Guard certified staff. For an adrenalinepacked adventure of a lifetime, Xplore Offshore (858) 361-9494. wvvw.xploreoffshore.com.

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A peaceful oásis, Mt. Soledad is a se-rene spot with breathtaking views of SanDiego and the coastiine. Located betweenLa Jolla and Pacific Beach, Mt. Soledadhás attracted hikers, cyclists, and those insearch of the ideal view for decades.

Atop the 822 foot mountain stands a29-foot tall cross, a Veterans Memorial, that made the mountain famous.More than 2,400 black granite plaques surround the cross, displayingphotos, names and stories of American servicemen and women.The me-morial was originally a tribute to Korean War veterans, it now honors vet-erans from other foreign wars and conflicts.

Mt. Soledad is a popular cycling destination with numerous routes.Enjoy Soledad bike tours with La Jolla Kayak and Hike Bike Kayak. Your •tour begins under the Mt. Soledad cross taking in a breathtaking view.Your ride continues down the mountain past some of the most expen-sive real estale in the world and on to La Jolla's famous coastiine. Youwill have a chance to stop and appreciate the amazing scenery along theway. The tour is an easy ride, mostly downhill and suitable for riders of aliskill leveis. La Jolla Kayak. (858) 459-1114.www.lajollakayak.com. HikeBike Kayak. (858) 551-9510. www.hikebikekayak.com.

#93 SEE SAN DIEGO FROM ABOVE

Board a helicopter or bi-plane to take in sweeping views of the di-verse variety of sites and attractions that San Diego hás to offer. Clideabove San Diego's beautiful landscape and wide variety of attractions.You can spy on dolphins leaping in the ocean, children frolicking on thebeaches, and the animais at the world famous San Diego Zoo. Swooppast the arching Coronado Island Bay Bridge, and the cliffs jutting intothe sea in La Jolla.

Embark on an unforgettable helicopter tour of America's Finest Citywith Corporate Helicopters. (800) 345-6737. www.corporatehelicop-ters.com. Take an exhilarating ride aboard a restored 1 920's biplane withBarnstorming Adventures. (800) 759-5667. www.barnstormingadven-tures.com. Serious thrill-seekers can play a game of Air Combat, whileflying a plane under the guidance of an assigned pilot. No pilofs licenseneeded!

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The night sky enchants and beckons us, daring us to delve into thedark abyss and discover a world beyond our own. Falomar Observatoryis the place to be for star gazing and dreaming under the twinkling stars.Located at Ralomar Mountain, the solar observatory offers a view of thediamonds in the sky with five telescopes, used nightly for a wide vari-ety of astronomical research. It is home to the famous Hale Telescope,a 200-inch telescope that is the workhorse for modern astronomy. Self-guided tours are offered at the observatory, daily from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.(760)742-2119.

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95 SERIOUS SURFING SPOTS

San Diego's winter pacific storms areknown to bring some sensational waves. Here'ssome of our local's favorite surfing spots. Swa-mi's Beach in Encinitas hás fantastic waves andis located below Seacliff Roadside Fark. You willneed to take the wooden steps perched on a hill

^^^^^^^^ -~ high above the Pacific Ocean to get here. Onmost mornings and evenings, you can stand on

the steps and watch the surfers walk by in a steady stream. This is for ex-perience surfers as Swami's hoids a reputation for providing some of thebest waves on the San Diego coastiine.

Another one of the best surf spots is Black Beach. This place is notfor beginners. Paddling out at Blacks takes work and waves are large.Black's is a nudest beach só don't be shocked when you arrive. If you aredaring take the secret trail from the neighborhood instead of the stairs.

TORREY PINES GLIDERPORTk?"iHave you ever dreamed of going paragliding or hang gliding over

the Pacific Ocean? If you haven't experienced this thriiling, adrenalin-pumping experience, theTorrey Pines Cliderport is the place to go! Youwill find flights available year-round atTorrey Pines, and tandem flightsare offered as well.

For over 75 years the Torrey Pines Gliderport hás been the learningplace for aviation greats including the Lindbergh's, the Boyies, and manymore. The Gliderport was first established as a soaring site in 1928 andhás defined the history of motor less flight. Today the Gliderport is hometo hang gliding, paragliding, scaie models, and sailplane flight.

Go ahead and take therflight. lt's an incredible thrill to glide over theocean with the wind in your face. When you return to earth, be sure tomake time for a relaxing picnic as you continue to enjoy the view fromthe cliffs.

#97 SCENIC HIGHWAY 101

For the best views of San Diego and the Pacific Ocean from a vehi-cle, cruise historie Highway 101. Running parallel to the Pacific, High-way 101 is a scenic alternative to interstates and freeways. From Pacif-ic Beach to Oceanside, this influential highway hás positively impactedtravei along the coast since the early 1900s and hás staked its mark as oneof the county's main attractions.

While traveling along the 101, take in beautiful sites and becomeentranced by the blue of the Racific. Depending on the amount of time al-lotted, you can spend days on the 101, stopping to stay in a variety of ho-téis and small beach towns, while taking in ali that the coast hás to offer.

Scenic Highway 101 offers everything from historie buildings andspecialty shops to beachside restaurants. Whether traveling by car, bikeor your own two feet, simply follow the blue and yellow signs illustratedwith a white seagull to experience San Diego's history.

DAY TRIPPERS

#98 VIVA' LA BAJA

Baja Califórnia, México is a great destination that features pristinebeaches, clear blue waters, golden deserts, steep mountains, deliciouscuisine and an abundance of tequila.

Its five municipalities include Mexicali, Tijuana, Ensenada, and thebeaches of Rosarito and Tecate. There are an array of activities rangingfrom golf and spas to surfing and scuba diving. Families can also enjoyother activities such as, museurns and a variety of outdoor shopping ár-eas.

Seafood is available at most restaurants in Baja, but locais and tour-ists flock to Puerto Nuevo for the best fresh lobster, and to San Felipe forfreshly caught and grilled shrimp.

Your dollar will definitely go further in Baja. Bring your passport andyour sense of adventure.

PALM SPRINGS

Located in the Coachella Valley, just be-low the San Jacinto Mountains, Palm Springsand Falm Desert is a top travei destination forlocais. Escape to the desert like Lucille Bali,Frank Sinatra, and Clark Gable enjoyed doing.

Head to Downtown Falm Springs whererich, vintage architecture houses a vast array ofboutiques and eateries, ali set against the beau-tiful desert landscape. There's nothing like acool pool on a miid day, só lounge by the wa-ter in your own private cabana at one of themany resorts. Falm Springs, Falm Desert, and La Quinta, are ali knownfortheirfabulous restaurants, incredible shows, and fantastic nightclubs.Travei to this one of a kind destination, and discover why só many peoplecall it "the jewel of the desert."

Travei to Falm Springs the scenic way, through the San JacintoMountain Pass. Take the Interstate 15 north, exit the 74 to índio, left ontoHighway 371, right onto Pines to Palms Highway, left pn Highway 111and just follow your way into the city!

100 ORANGE COUNTY

Our neighbor to the north, OrangeCounty, is full of attractions and beaches.Unlike most counties where one major cityseems to be the center of attention, the OC ismostly suburban with traditional clowntownáreas.

Spend a day at the world-famous Dis-neyland Resort and Knotfs Berry Farm or stroll the beach, skate, surf and golfthe world-class venues of Orange County. Full of charming bed and break-fasts or luxurious beach resorts, the OC is a beautiful place to visit.

Made up of 34 distinctive neighborhoods, full of music and arífestivais,surf competitions and farmers markets, the OC is also home to the longestrecreational pier in Califórnia, on Huntington Beach. With 42 miles of coast-iine, you will be sure to find the perfect beach, shopping área and attractions!For more information, a calendar of events and trip recommendations, visitwww.101 orangecounty.com.

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If you are looking for the perfectgetaway, Catalina Island is a great day-tripper destination. Vacationers and lo-cais alike have chosen Catalina as oneof their favorite Southern Califórnia des-tinations for over a century. Some evengo as far as to call it the French Riviera of Califórnia. With white sandbeaches, Spanish influenced architecture and bright colored buildings, itis as close to the French Riviera as many of us will ever gct.

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