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San Diego is a beautiful city on the Southern California coast known for its ideal climate, miles of beaches and location on the Mexican border. It has a rich heritage built around sailing and is home to the Pacific Fleet of the United States Navy. One of the top family travel spots in the country, San Diego also is well known for its part in the wildlife conservation movement, being home to a SeaWorld theme park and the “world-famous” San Diego Zoo and Wild Animal Park.
Visitors to the city can also enjoy activities from whale watching to scuba diving to rock climbing, or visit one of its many notes sites, including Balboa Park, the Old Globe theater, Legoland, the nearby resort town of La Jolla, the San Diego Maritime Museum or Old Town, with its preserved buildings and icons of the Spanish heritage of San Diego.
Destination Facts
- Population: 1,223,400
- Time Zone: -8 GMT (Pacific Standard Time)
- Languages: English
- Currency: USD
- Airports
- San Diego International Lindbergh Fld (SAN) [Main]
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San Diego: A Playground for Kids and Adults
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San Diego: A Playground for Kids and Adults
by Debbie K. Hardin July 18, 2008This Southern California destination remains a family favorite, but cool new hotels and restaurants make it an appealing playground for adults too.
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Southern California Paradise
by Donna M. Airoldi July 18, 2008San Diego is one of those few destinations that appeals to a wide range of different travelers: sun worshippers, nature lovers, history buffs, urban explorers and family travelers.
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10 Hip and Kid-Friendly Restaurants in San Diego
by Debbie K. Hardin July 18, 2008Savor the fresh flavors of San Diego cuisine, from chic restaurants to 1950s diners.
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by Debbie K. Hardin July 18, 2008From dine-in movies to rock concerts, San Diego hotels offer a plethora of kid-friendly experiences.
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