Coronado Island Voted One of Yahoo's "Top 10 Beaches"

Wow, what an honor to be ranked up there with some of the world's most beautiful beaches like Cas Abao Beach in Curacao and Ka 'anapali in Maui, Hawaii. Yahoo's latest Top Ten listed Coronado Island just across the San Diego Bay number 6 on the list. It's even more of a thrill to get to live here. Hey folks, dcteti here with another seesandiego attraction.

Coronado is famous for the Hotel Del Coronado which is one of the premiere hotels in the world. Coronado Beach offers the vacationer to daytripper one of the most beautiful beaches I have ever been to. Whether it's watersports your in to or just plain basking in the sun, Coronado is a place you want to add to your list when visiting San Diego. This island type location also offers unique shopping as well as elegant to simple dining. Don't forget about the nightlife if you plan on staying over. A perfect place to pack a picnic and enjoy the sun for a day while spending your vacation in San Diego.

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Naval Aviation Celebrates Century Mark

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dcteti here and I had the pleasure of attending one of the coolest airshows EVER!! The 100th anniversary of Naval Aviation. It was a sunny day down at the San Diego Bay. The show had vintage aircraft from WWI all the way to the current fleet. Three hours of flybys and 100 years of history. I wrote a brief story about the history so here it goes.

One hundred years ago the United States Navy took aviation to a level far surpassing anything any nation had ever done before. At a time when aircraft were made of wood and wire and the ships they took off from and landed on, were converted with wooden decks, naval aviation took off and landed the United States to the superpower that we are today.
The Navy officially recognizes the beginning of the aviation element on May 8th, 1911. Naval Air Station North Island, Coronado, California, was not only the birthplace of naval aviation but the proven training ground as well. That’s when the first aircraft were requisitioned and the Navy’s first aviator, Lieutenant Theodore G. Ellyson trained and qualified to fly the A-1 Triad, the Navy’s first aircraft. Lieutenant Ellyson was trained by Glenn Curtis, who successfully completed the first ship-based takeoff and shipboard landing. This achievement sparked an innovated idea to the most effective fighting force the world has ever known.
The Navy aircraft served fearlessly in World War I, but it wasn’t until World War II and the Battle of Midway when these ace pilots proved themselves in the sky. Three squadrons of SBD Dauntless dive bombers led by Commander Max Leslie and Lieutenant Commander C. Wade McClusky damaged or sank three Japanese fleet carriers stopping their striking capacity and thus ending any strategic initiative toward the United States. Those engagements provided the blueprint for the aerial engagements of today!
Since World War II, naval aviation has been a major role in the protection of freedom not only for the United States but around the globe, as well as offering humanitarian assistance and disaster relief around the world.

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Nick's at the Beach

Hey folks, dcteti here. I'ved lived in San Diego for 12 years now and have had the opportunity to enjoy most of what San Diego and the surrounding areas have to offer. One place that I stumbled into (no pun intended) was a place called Nick's Bar and Grill. The original location started in Pacific Beach. Just north of Mission Beach and south of La Jolla.

Nick's became the place where all of my friends and I would meet whether it was Happy Hour, Sunday Football, lunch, dinner or an evening out. The upstairs has over 29 t.v.'s, 16 beers on tap and a nice view of the ocean. You can see if the waves have picked up or just plain people watch. Everyday there is a different Happy Hour special. Sometimes my buddies and I just head over for a pitcher a game of pool. Othertimes Nicks is where we head for the big game! What is really nice about Nicks, is the "best of both worlds" atmosphere they have to offer. Downstairs you'll find the restaurant offering a light California style menu situated in a chillaxed atmosphere. From fresh seafood to juicy pork chops, you'll probably be stuck on what to get when the server comes by for your order! Nicks was voted "Best Neighborhood Restaurant" by San Diego Magazine.

So whether your unwinding from a day at the beach or the end of a work day, I highly recommend checking out Nick's in P.B.. http://www.nicksatthebeach.com/

CEE LO GREEN @ FLUXX

Grammy nominated Cee Lo Green will be performing at FLUXX tonight. For those of you who don't know,  FLUXX is one of the best nightlife and event venues in the city, with brilliantly-designed touchable wall textures, vibrant colors, great sound system, cocktails galore, and aesthetically pleasing views around every corner.

Cee Lo Green is well known for both his solo career, with recent chart-topper "F#%$ You", to the famous single, "Crazy" from his other group, Gnarls Barkley. He's well known for his impressive vocal range and contagiously exciting live shows.

His most recent album, "The Lady Killer" has received rave reviews and the Los Angeles Times said it "Sounds like something Don Draper would put on the hi-fi, if he'd been raised in Detroit on equal parts Motown and head-bobbing hip-hop."

Don't miss out. get your tickets HERE

THINGS TO DO AT THE ZOO

San Diego has a reputation for being the premier zoo in the world...and there's good reason for it. With over 4,000 animals and more than 800 different species, the San Diego Zoo is also one of the few zoos in the world that is home to the giant panda.

With a variety of animals and exhibits, if you're looking for things to see in San Diego, come visit!

ZOO EXHIBITS:

• Monkey Trails and Forest Tales
• Panda Research Station
• Polar Bear Plunge
• Ituri Forest
• Elephant Odyssey

GOING TO BALBOA PARK

Balboa Park is a 1200-acre park named after Spanish explorer Vasco Nunez de Balboa. The landscape of the park is filled with beautiful and in some cases, rare trees. Many of the trees were planted by renowned landscape designer Kate Sessions.

Head to the El Prado area of the park for cultural attractions like the San Diego Museum of Man, San Diego Museum of Art, Greenhouses, and many, many others. There are also many outdoor areas with sporting fields, jogging areas, and outdoor attractions like horseshoe pits and playgrounds.

If you're looking for things to do in San Diego, look no further! Visit Balboa Park!

Balboa Park

SIGHTSEEING @ LA JOLLA

Looking for fun things to see in San Diego?

Half-Day, Expert-Guided Tour from San Diego to La Jolla and Torrey Pines. Amazing views. Fascinating Trivia. Includes free time.See 360 degree views from one of the highest hilltops along the Southern California coast, Multi-million dollar mansions, Sea Lions, Seals, Brown Pelicans, Cormorants, Paragliders flying off ocean cliffs, and Torrey Pines Golf Course, home to the 2008 U.S. Open.Learn about History of Aviation, Geology, Architecture, Famous Residents, and more.

Visit Tour Guide Tim's Website HERE

BEAUTIFUL CORONADO ISLAND

http://www.coronadovisitorcenter.com/CVC/index.html  
http://www.hoteldel.com/ 

Located across the bay from downtown San Diego, Coronado has been voted “one of the finest beaches in the world."  White sandy beaches, cool water and stunning sunsets make up for a spectacular daytrip. 

This relaxed Southern California beach town is also considered a resort destination in itself because of the many classy resorts, restaurants, boutiques, day spas, shops, water sports and an 18-hole championship If you’re planning a day trip while visiting San Diego, Coronado Island should be on your list.  

Located across the bay from downtown San Diego, Coronado has been voted “one of the finest beaches in the world."  White sandy beaches, cool water and stunning sunsets make up for a spectacular daytrip. This relaxed Southern California beach town is also considered a resort destination in itself because of the many classy resorts, restaurants, boutiques, day spas, shops, water sports and an 18-hole championship you’re planning a day trip while visiting San Diego, Coronado Island should be on your list.  

Located across the bay from downtown San Diego, Coronado has been voted “one of the finest beaches in the world."  White sandy beaches, cool water and stunning sunsets make up for a spectacular daytrip. 

This relaxed Southern California beach town is also considered a resort destination in itself because of the many classy resorts, restaurants, boutiques, day spas, shops, water sports and an 18-hole championship golf course. Speaking of resorts, Coronado Island is host to one of the country’s most beautiful beach resorts, the Hotel del Coronado.

Ranked the #1 Hotel in the U.S. by “Celebrated Living”, and “one of the top ten resorts in the world” by USA Today, “The Del” is also known as a National Historic Landmark and was built in 1888. The Del with its elegant splendor offers guests a combination of modern luxury mixed with Victorian charm. Whether it’s a beach day or just plain strolling around, Coronado offers something for everyone while visiting San Diego

LOCAL APPEAL: SAN DIEGO

http://www.sternwheelers.com/about_bahia.html

The behind the scenes guide to local secrets in San Diego.  This issue will cover the Bahia Belle Sternwheeler.  A local favorite that takes you for a ride across Mission Bay on the Victorian style paddle wheeler.  Your cruise starts when you choose.  The Bahia Belle takes off on a regular rotation between The Catamaran Resort on the  Pacific Beach side of Mission Bay and the Bahia Resort on the Mission Beach side of Mission Bay. Departing every hour on the hour from the Catamaran and every half hour on the half hour departing from the Bahia.  Check with either resort for seasonal departure times. 

Imagine a three level boat cruising across the bay at sunset as the lights of the beach come alive. The three levels consist of the main floor, ideal for relaxing and visiting with others as you gaze off through the portholes.  The second level rocks with the live band and cocktail bar.  The upper deck is the open air rooftop level giving you the full-on cruising experience. The stars are out and if you time your departure just right, you'll find yourself watching the fireworks overhead from Sea World.  That's right, you can be relaxing with your honey while sipping on a cocktail taking in the evening as the fireworks starting going off overhead. It's awesome! If you’re interested in taking the whole family, don't worry, kids are invited to cruise up until 9:00pm.  That's when the boat really comes alive and the band gets started.

You can ride for as long as you like back and forth until the boat docks for the evening at the Bahia. Again, check seasonal departure and ending times. The price is $10 per person for adults.  I never went with a child, so look into that. Make sure you get off of the boat where you started though, you don’t want to find yourself on the other side of the bay from where your car is or the taxi dropped you off. Oh, remember your camera if it's a sunset cruise!

TOP 10 THINGS TO DO IN SAN DIEGO

1. La Jolla

Beautiful, scenic coastline of San Diego, surrounded by coastal bluffs and pristine beaches. 

2. San Diego Zoo

The most well-recognized zoo in the world, the San Diego Zoo is a great place for a fun family adventure!

3. Wild Animal Park

Part of the zoo, the Wild Animal Park features huge open enclosures with a variety of Animals from around the world. Visitors can go on a real life safari and enjoy this magnificent open space sanctuary!

4. Balboa Park 

This urban cultural park offers scenic open spaces, and museums, gardens, shops, theaters, and restaurants.

5. Mission Beach

The most famous beach in San Diego, Mission beach attracts surfers, sun bathers, families and friends.

6. Belmont Park

Offering great rides and games, this amusement park is an excellent way to spend the day on your trip to sunny San Diego!

7. SeaWorld

This marine life theme park offers a unique, educational look at the amazing oceanic underwater animal life while also offering great rides and attractions.

8. Old Town

Old Town offers great festivals, shopping, restaurants and hotel accommodations.

9. Legoland

This amusement park and water park is great for kids and offers a fun adventure for the whole family!

10. Gaslamp Quarter

Great dining and without a doubt, the best nightlife and entertainment in the city.