San Diego Ranks #3 on Places to Visit in the U.S.

Hello trendy travelers, dcteti here with some exciting news to report from San Diego. it seems as though "America's Finest City" has moved into the "U.S. News and World Report's" #3 spot of places to vacation and/or visit in the United States.


Included is a brief statment from the report: "Consistently sunny weather is what draws visitors to San Diego throughout the year: that and the mouthwatering cuisine, thriving nightlife and one of the country’s favorite zoos. And then there are the beaches: As home of the U.S. Navy’s Pacific Fleet, San Diego has many top activities that revolve around the sea. Head to Mission Beach to soak up the rays, to La Jolla to catch a wave, or to the Maritime Museum to learn a little nautical history.

In spite of constant growth, America's Finest City maintains a small-town feel, making it a popular destination for families and anyone looking for a more laid-back getaway. But that doesn't mean you can't let loose here. Pockets of vivacious nightlife can be found throughout, especially near the historical Gaslamp Quarter."

If that's not enough of an explanation to convince you to head over to S.D., then maybe you should look further on http://www.seesandiego.com/ to learn more about the hot nightspots and cool dayspots San Diego has to offer!

Coming from a local, there still is plenty of cool places and awesome attractions I'm find out about, right in my own backyard!

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!