Sunday, November 29, 2009

Fun Activities in San Diego

By Josh Krundle

If you have decided on visiting San Diego, you probably already know that it has good weather almost all year round. It is probably one of the reasons why you picked it, along with the fact that there is a lot to do there. Try to book your San Diego hotel rooms near the areas where you will be spending most of your time.

Unlike cities in many areas of the country, San Diego doesn't have to deal with a lot of extreme weather conditions. The weather tends to be pleasant and stay similar throughout the year. You don't need to worry about hurricanes, tornadoes, or even lots of rain and humidity.

Beaches are one of the many attractions of San Diego. There are great places to go surfing, as well as beaches that are nice for laying out or spending time with your family. If this is your goal, consider getting one of the San Diego hotel rooms that are located near the beach.

Water activities play a large part in the San Diego lifestyle. Besides surfing, you can also go whale watching, take a harbor cruise, kayak, or sail. You can visit the Maritime Museum in order to learn more about the history of the port and the naval base that is located here.

Those who are more interested in finding out about ocean life can visit Sea World, where you can watch performances by a wide variety of animals, including seals, Orca whales, and dolphins, and check out the exhibits featuring many other interesting sea creatures.

Another option for those who love animals is the San Diego Zoo, which is famous for the animal habitats that are modeled after those found in the wild. All sorts of animals are featured, including some rare pandas.

The zoo is also affiliated with the San Diego Wild Animal Park, which allows you to see animals in safari-like conditions.

For people who prefer visiting museums and gardens, or for a nice restaurant where you can get lunch. you can check out the famous Balboa Park neighborhood.

Those who have children will probably want to take the time to stop at Legoland and Belmont Park since the kids will really enjoy the attractions there.

When dinner time comes around, check out the Gaslamp District, which is a popular shopping and entertainment area, or Old Town, which has been preserved for a more historic look. Both offer a number of dining options.

Those who like to play golf can check out one of the many different golf courses in the city. People who prefer to watch sports rather than play them can check out a Padres or a Chargers game.

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