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San Diego Bay Parade of Lights

Tue, 08 Dec 2009 10:50:36 PST

The San Diego Bay Parade of Lights is an annual event held on San Diego Bay. Boats of all types and sizes are decorated in Christmas themes and parade around the bay to...

OurEvents

Tue, 08 Dec 2009 10:50:17 PST

The Las Posadas is a walking reenactment of biblical story of Mary and Joseph's search for a birthplace for Christ. Participants are invited to join candlelit procession...

REI — Chula Vista

Sat, 14 Nov 2009 22:08:03 PST

Now Open! REI is coming to Chula Vista. Drop in, gear up, and go explore the fantastic recreational opportunities available in the San Diego area. Whether it's kayaking...

REI — San Diego

Sat, 14 Nov 2009 22:07:09 PST

With a huge assortment of top-brand gear, we've been a favorite of San Diego-area outdoor enthusiasts since 1988. Whether you're planning a quick trip to Cuyamaca or you...

Solamente por Tres Semanas Hasta el Día de Muertos, Misión San Luis Rey.

Wed, 28 Oct 2009 20:08:07 PDT

Dia de los Muertos, the popular street festival usually staged in Downtown Oceanside and bringing in crowds of 65,000+, has found itself a new home at Mission San Luis...

Welcome to Historic Sherman Heights

Wed, 28 Oct 2009 20:07:58 PDT

Please save the date and join us in SHERMAN HEIGHTS on October 31 st and November 1st to celebrate the 15th Anual Day of the Dead Celebration Many local families will...

Pumpkin Patch

Thu, 15 Oct 2009 16:27:31 PDT

We are so excited! The Pumpkins are ready!!! The Pumpkin fields are beautiful and are surrounded by tall gorgeous cornstalks and bright, happy sunflowers. Our scarecrows...

CALIFORNIA OFFERS SPECTACULAR FALL FOLIAGE

Mon, 14 Sep 2009 20:30:31 PDT

Although best known for its warm weather and beaches, California is becoming a treasure for its changing fall foliage. Whether traveling by car, mountain bike or your own...

Discover the Grandeur of California's Fall Foliage

Mon, 14 Sep 2009 20:29:49 PDT

SACRAMENTO, Calif. Sept. 8, 2008 - It's a patchwork of orange, yellow, rust, copper and red every fall when California's foliage changes, offering up vibrant colors as...

Fall Colors

Mon, 14 Sep 2009 20:29:02 PDT

Annadel State Park (SONOMA COUNTY), east of Santa Rosa, (707) 539-3911 or 938-1519. The park has big leaf maples near creeks that have turned yellow in some areas, due to...

Tamale Festival General Information

Mon, 14 Sep 2009 20:25:07 PDT

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Mon, 10 Aug 2009 11:54:04 PDT

LEGOLAND California and Sea Life Aquarium Discounts and Deals

Mon, 10 Aug 2009 11:53:27 PDT

Regular admission is $63 for adults, $53 for seniors (60+) and children (3-12). Two-Day Tickets are $78 for adults, $66 for seniors (60+) and children (3-12). LEGOLAND...

LEGOLAND California Resort

Mon, 10 Aug 2009 11:50:12 PDT

Offer Description: AAA Members Save 10 percent on up to 6 one-day adult or child/senior admissions when purchasing at the gate.

LEGOLAND California

Mon, 10 Aug 2009 11:48:54 PDT

Buy One Day, Get the Second Day FREE! - Take advantage of this online special, purchase a one day LEGOLAND ticket and receive a 2nd Day Free. Your second day into the...

miss_daphne writes "He is creepy looking, like "I've got candy in my pocket" creepy. But I..."

Thu, 25 Jun 2009 17:01:13 PDT

He is creepy looking, like "I've got candy in my pocket" creepy. But I will say the foot bridges of San Diego are a pretty cool thing that most locals don't even know about. Let's keep it that way Creepy Guy.

cristina writes "That is the creepiest picture I've ever seen."

Thu, 25 Jun 2009 16:40:00 PDT

That is the creepiest picture I've ever seen.

About San Diego Profile: the Footbridges of Banker's Hill and Hillcrest

Thu, 25 Jun 2009 16:32:32 PDT

The footbridges found in the San Diego neighborhoods of Hillcrest and Banker's Hill are hidden treasures known only to local residents.

Agua Caliente County Park

Thu, 11 Jun 2009 18:04:24 PDT

Agua Caliente Park is a regional camping park located in the Anza Borrego Desert and is best known for its geothermally heated springs. Three naturally fed pools provide...

California Hot Springs Guide

Thu, 11 Jun 2009 18:03:45 PDT

If wasn't already enough to get "hot" about in the Southland, these places will surely get you warmed up. * Agua Caliente County Park, about 100 miles west of San Diego...

lemonsndlimes writes "Wow, I need to go to San Diego. Great list"

Thu, 11 Jun 2009 18:02:47 PDT

Wow, I need to go to San Diego. Great list

Great Tips for Hiking in San Diego

Thu, 11 Jun 2009 18:02:30 PDT

Hot Springs Mountain: This five and a half miler takes place near Warner Springs, off Highway 79. Follow the signs to Nelson's Camp. Beginning with a steep climb up an...

Agua Caliente Hot Springs County Park, Camp Anza Borrego S-2 S2 San Diego

Thu, 11 Jun 2009 17:58:13 PDT

Agua CalienteHot Springs County Parkis a 910-acre San Diego County Park. It has a developed Hot Springs Camp has picnic area & a large campground (shady trees at some...

Camping in the City | San Diego Campgrounds

Thu, 28 May 2009 16:30:14 PDT

San Diego's outdoor beauty makes it a perfect region for camping. What makes it even more unique is you don't have to venture any farther than a few minutes from downtown...

One-Tank Escapes for Seven Cities

Thu, 28 May 2009 16:28:37 PDT

Joshua Tree, Calif. - 140 miles from Los Angeles Beyond the eastern edge of the Los Angeles metro area's seemingly endless sprawl is Joshua Tree National Park, where the...

36 Hours in Palm Springs, Calif.

Sat, 11 Apr 2009 10:30:33 PDT

PALM SPRINGS was once the miles-from-Hollywood getaway that Malibu is now: a place for '60s movers and shakers to eat, drink and sunbathe poolside while they awaited...

parnell writes "Oh, thanks for posting this. I'm always on the look-out for corn mazes, etc.,..."

Tue, 07 Apr 2009 09:43:07 PDT

Oh, thanks for posting this. I'm always on the look-out for corn mazes, etc., around Halloween.

Woodson Mountain

Tue, 07 Apr 2009 09:26:10 PDT

The boulder-frosted summit of Woodson Mountain (aka Mount Woodson) has many routes of approach, though none this particular winter/spring season is as interesting as the...

Jamul's newly opened Hollenbeck Canyon Wildlife Area offers a new opportunity...

Mon, 30 Mar 2009 10:33:24 PDT

The acquisition of approximately 3500 acres of Daley Ranch property near Jamul last year by California's Wildlife Conservation Board led to the establishment of the...

Hollenbeck Canyon Trail

Sun, 29 Mar 2009 17:29:54 PDT

Preview: The acquisition of approximately 3500 acres of Daley Ranch property near Jamul in 2001 by California’s Wildlife Conservation Board led to the establishment of...

Hollenbeck Canyon Wildlife Area - San Diego County

Tue, 17 Mar 2009 11:22:56 PDT

Description: Located approximately 5 miles east of Jamul and northeast of Lower Otay Lake and accessed via State Hwy 94 (Campo Road). The 3,200 acre wildlife area...

Bicycle Rides

Mon, 16 Mar 2009 17:00:33 PDT

Online registration for many bicycle events is available at active.com. More complete listings of bicycle events are available in the following publications: * Raceplace...

San Diego Bay Bike Route

Mon, 16 Mar 2009 16:58:03 PDT

The San Diego Bay Bike Route is a delightful 25-mile, 2.5-hour ride with no significant hills. Most of it runs along bike lanes or separated bike paths. The scenery is...

indoor kart racing

Mon, 16 Mar 2009 16:26:26 PDT

Miramar Speed Circuit offers its guests a 1/4 mile technical (1,500 ft) asphalt racetrack. This track is considered to be one of the finest indoor tracks in the United...

Villa Montezuma

Mon, 16 Mar 2009 16:25:56 PDT

1925 K Street San Diego, CA 92102 Click here for Google Map The Villa Montezuma, which has been operated by the San Diego Historical Society in recent years for the City...

Things to see in San Diego: The Carlsbad Flower Fields

Mon, 16 Mar 2009 16:20:22 PDT

WHAT: The Carlsbad Flower Fields WHERE: 5704 Paseo Del Norte, Carlsbad CA WHEN: March 1 through May 10, 2009. Open to the public seven days a week from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m....

Santa Rosa Plateau

Fri, 06 Mar 2009 10:45:04 PST

The Santa Rosa Plateau Ecological Reserve is located at the southern end of the Santa Ana Mountains in southwest Riverside County, near the city of Murrieta. The Reserve...

Caverns by kayak

Sun, 11 Jan 2009 18:01:16 PST

Daylight streams in from an opening, illuminating the triangular shape of the "shark's tooth." We haven't paddled into Jaws. We're exploring one of many sea caves that...

San Elijo Lagoon Hike

Fri, 09 Jan 2009 14:58:56 PST

Let's do a hike along beautiful San Elijo Lagoon near Solana Beach. We will hike the trails along the lagoon for about 6 miles. There are lots of interesting plants and...

Welcome, San Diego Medical Anthropologists!

Tue, 06 Jan 2009 20:53:25 PST

Founded January 6, 2009 Meet with other San Diego area professional Medical Anthropologists to learn from one another and discuss new studies. Academics, practitioners,...

Jewish Healing Center Meditation Group

Tue, 06 Jan 2009 19:49:04 PST

Nature Walk and Sitting Meditation Group Learn walking and sitting meditation techniques to help you in your spiritual journey. A different Jewish kavanah (focus) will be...

Welcome

Sun, 21 Dec 2008 16:47:49 PST

The Kebab Shop is America's first real kebab shop serving the best authentic doner kebabs, shawarma, fresh salads, shish kebabs and more!

San Diego's Gaslamp Quarter

Thu, 20 Nov 2008 16:29:42 PST

Croce's, the restaurant and jazz club Ingrid Croce opened in 1985 as a tribute to her late husband, singer-songwriter Jim, has become something of a landmark on the...

Galco's Soda Pop Stop

Tue, 28 Oct 2008 22:13:58 PDT

Welcome to Galco's Soda Pop Stop, where you will find over 450 different sodas in glass bottles and half forgotten candies. (Yes, we do also carry over 500 different...

Southern California's Pumpkin Patches, Corn Mazes, Hay Rides and More

Fri, 17 Oct 2008 10:13:37 PDT

This web site has a complete list of pumpkin patches, corn mazes, hayrides and more in Southern California (and the rest of the United States, Canada, and other...

Come to a Working Farm

Fri, 17 Oct 2008 10:08:46 PDT

Open Daily 10-6 Extended Hours Sept. 26 - Oct. 31 9AM-8PM Farm Stand & Nursery Families Welcome Plenty for the whole family to see and do: * U-Pick Pumpkins * Barnyard...

San Diego Discount Coupons

Wed, 17 Sep 2008 15:05:21 PDT

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In search of the ultimate San Diego fish taco

Sun, 24 Aug 2008 07:52:21 PDT

SAN DIEGO - It is a humble assemblage of ingredients: a lump of fried or grilled fish, shredded cabbage, salsa fresca and white sauce in a corn tortilla, with a wedge of...

Kobey's Swap Meet at the Sports Arena

Tue, 12 Aug 2008 16:35:40 PDT

Fridays through Sundays -- KOBEY’S SWAP MEET Since 1976, an outdoor market with one thousand vendors featuring antiques and collectibles, new and used...

Description:

Tue, 05 Aug 2008 13:59:07 PDT

This is an excellent beach for scuba diving diving when surf conditions are low. Telephone the beach information line before coming to the beach and always check with...

San Diego Beaches

Tue, 05 Aug 2008 13:59:00 PDT

City of San Diego Lifeguard services provides public safety along San Diego's coastline and ocean waterways from Pt. Loma to La Jolla.

Masuo's - Solana Beach, CA

Wed, 09 Jul 2008 13:59:19 PDT

This place has something for everyone - date, family, friends, business - you name it. I recently discovered it and fell in love. The front area is nice for special dates...

A Public Service Site for Visiting Paddlers

Mon, 07 Jul 2008 07:27:18 PDT

Just arrived in town and want to paddle? Here is information on rentals, gear, put-ins, fishing, diving, weather, where to go, where to eat, and links to other kayaking...

What's new on the web site?

Mon, 07 Jul 2008 07:25:06 PDT

* The Classified Ads section now allows you to add your own classified including one image. It's free for members and only $20.00 for a two-month non-member submission....

San Diego Snorkeling

Mon, 07 Jul 2008 07:24:07 PDT

Leopard sharks (Triakis semifasciata) are nomads and show up in La Jolla every year. Our "Kayaking and Snorkeling" tour features an amateur naturalist guide and a bonus...

HBK @ San Diego Day Trippin'

Mon, 07 Jul 2008 07:23:09 PDT

This San Diego biking tour is especially for families with younger kids (ages 2 and up!). Mission Bay bike paths are flat and free of cars, perfect for little ones. Kids...

La Jolla Sea Caves

Mon, 07 Jul 2008 07:22:16 PDT

Paddle into the sunset at La Jolla Shores. These kayaking trips are the perfect end to a tough week. Or just the thing to impress those out-of-town guests. And our Full...

Palomar Camping Observatory Stargaze, Palomar Campgrounds California Palomar...

Mon, 07 Jul 2008 07:19:15 PDT

This area is a typically dry SoCal region, with high fire risk, therefore no primitive car camping is allowed. The majority of the dirt roads are closed off to public...

LOS COYOTES INDIAN RESERVATION

Mon, 07 Jul 2008 07:17:24 PDT

With nearly 25,000 acres of federally-recognized tribal land, the Los Coyotes Indian Reservation is the largest Native American reservation in San Diego County, and it...

San Diego Lake » Total Escape Outside

Mon, 07 Jul 2008 07:16:12 PDT

Lakes in San Diego CA - San Diego County Lakes & Reservoirs * El Capitan Reservoir, El Cajon CA * Lake Cuyamaca, Cleveland NF, Julian CA * Lake Dixon, Escondido CA * Lake...

Cuyamaca Rancho SP

Mon, 07 Jul 2008 07:13:59 PDT

The beautiful park offers camping and hiking in an oak woodland forest, with a sprinkling of pines and lovely meadows with creeks. There are over 100 miles of trails...

Anza Borrego Desert Camping, Anza Borrego State Park

Mon, 07 Jul 2008 07:13:17 PDT

This 600,000 acre park has hundreds of miles of dirt roads. Most are accessible with 2WD high clearance vehicles. Soft sand in washes are common, so keep you speed up &...

Cleveland National Forest

Mon, 07 Jul 2008 07:09:42 PDT

The Cleveland National Forest, the southern-most national forest in California.

2008 City's Best :San Diego barbecue

Thu, 03 Jul 2008 13:58:01 PDT

Authentic barbecue can be a little difficult to find in San Diego, so it's easy to see why true fans put Joey's Smokin' BBQ at the top of their lis... Read More | Rate &...

Top 10 Easy Summer Weekend Getaways - Ojai | ShermansTravel.com

Thu, 29 May 2008 15:37:38 PDT

Ojai On the run from summer’s triple-threat of smog, traffic, and hundred-degree heat, Angelenos have long escaped to southern California's idyllic Ojai Valley for its...

California Locations

Mon, 07 Apr 2008 10:56:09 PDT

Come visit us at one of the following Francesca's locations. For driving directions, click the 'view map' link at the bottom of each listing. If you don't see a boutique...

25 Reasons We Love San Diego - Budget Travel

Mon, 03 Mar 2008 09:34:04 PST

The city--long popular with Californians for its fresh, funky flavor--has revitalized its downtown without losing its soul.

Carrie bicycle and shopping basket

Tue, 05 Feb 2008 08:46:37 PST

Design House Stockholm, 2007 Sweden Carrie is the brand new unique bicycle basket for the urban cyclist. The designer fashioned the new baskets after her childhood...

Women's Urban Cruiser

Sat, 26 Jan 2008 07:14:13 PST

The Urban for women is a stylish beach cruiser with one gear to get you where you want to go and features an easy to use pedal brake. Color-matched fenders are avilable...

Schwinn Bikes - Bike Detail

Wed, 23 Jan 2008 11:13:54 PST

Specifications: | Color(s) Bike 1: Pearl White to Transparent Green 2. Light Blue to Transparent Blue | Size(s) M 18" / W 17" | Frame Schwinn 1955 Classic Cantilever...

Best Easy Day Hikes San Diego

Sun, 13 Jan 2008 21:06:10 PST

Now more than ever, this is San Diego's friendliest guidebook. It's like taking a walk with the authors themselves! Completely revised with fully updated walks, maps, and...

Weekend Driver San Diego: Day Drives in and Around San Diego County

Sun, 13 Jan 2008 20:57:04 PST

"Weekend Driver" columnist Jack Brandais has put his favorite drives together in a "must have" collection that will allow everyone from newcomers to natives to explore...

Afoot & Afield San Diego County: A Comprehensive Hiking Guide

Sun, 13 Jan 2008 20:55:38 PST

Jerry Schad is a remarkably prolific outdoor author. He has written extensively on hiking in southern California including the wildlands within Los Angeles, Orange,...

Hidden San Diego: Including La Jolla, the Zoo, San Diego County Beaches, and...

Sun, 13 Jan 2008 20:54:27 PST

Combining unique travel choices, outdoor adventures, and little-known locales into guides where vacations meet adventures, each title in the Hidden series also offers...

Top 10 San Diego (Eyewitness Travel Guides)

Sun, 13 Jan 2008 20:53:45 PST

Top 10 San Diego is a small little travel resource that fits nicely in a pocket, purse, or backpack. There are plenty of maps included in this book. All are full color...

California: California Central Coast

Wed, 26 Dec 2007 08:17:32 PST

General description: A 122-mile-long highway that twists down the scenic central California coastline from Carmel to Morro Bay. Special attractions: Scenic views,...

California: Joshua Tree National Park

Wed, 26 Dec 2007 08:14:49 PST

The drive: Through spectacular desert scenery, this route slices across wide Pinto Basin flanked by rock-strewn mountains, crosses the ecological boundary between the...

California: Rim of the World

Wed, 26 Dec 2007 08:14:13 PST

The drive: This National Scenic Byway traverses the forested crest of the San Bernardino Mountains, southern California's highest mountain range, and offers spectacular...

San Diego East - Deserts

Sat, 22 Dec 2007 15:45:28 PST

Driving east on Interstate 8 through the mountains, visitors arrive to the 600,000-acre Anza-Borrego Desert State Park, one of the richest and seemingly boundless living...

25 Fun & Free Things to Do in San Diego

Sat, 22 Dec 2007 15:31:40 PST

Having fun in San Diego doesn’t require a lot of money. In fact, many things to see and do in San Diego are absolutely free. With 70 miles of beautiful beaches,...

maxandevelyn writes "we had so much fun! my mom went with my nephew, my fiance, and me, and although..."

Sun, 26 Aug 2007 12:32:38 PDT

we had so much fun! my mom went with my nephew, my fiance, and me, and although we spent several hours at the park, we didn't see all of it! definitely want to go back again and again!

LEGOLAND California

Sun, 29 Jul 2007 17:13:24 PDT

At LEGOLAND ® California everyone in the family becomes a hero. There are more than 50 rides, shows and attractions. We need pirates to sail a galleon in the new Splash...

Top 10 Dive Bars in San Diego

Sun, 17 Jun 2007 06:44:56 PDT

Call them dive bars or the corner tavern, San Diego has its share of local hangouts and everyone has their favorite. Here are this guide's choices for top dive bars in...

Official Home Page Of The Mission Beach Giant Dipper

Sat, 07 Apr 2007 10:39:57 PDT

Welcome to Belmont Park, San Diego's only beachfront amusement center and home of the historic Giant Dipper Roller Coaster and Plunge. Belmont Park carries on the...