|
|
| *Travel Tips>>>San Diego Travel Tips |
What r some things to do in the San Deigo area? |
Travel Info I'm going to be there this summer with my son he's 2 1/2 Travel Tips I had been in San Diego last year x 2 months. I had bought 2 maps prior to going to San Diego, however, both were incomplete. I bought a 3rd complete one but is too small to be read by the naked eye. You will be needing a magnifying lens! The reason for this is that San Diego is so spread out! It is unlike San Francisco! To fully appreciate this, you have to ride a trolley! it is only then that I was able to see the totality of San Diego! RIDE all trolley cars, your son will definitely enjoy the ride. Did you know that one of the tallest bridges in the world is the Coronado bridge? You have to see this to fully appreciate the breathtaking view which really is spectacular! Hotel del Coronado is one of the most beautiful hotels not only in the USA but also in the world. Did you know what is the most famous attractions of San Diego which your son and other children will fully appreciate? It is the ANIMALS! Animals of all sorts! Enjoy the 3 animal parks= San Diego Zoo, Sea World and the Wild Animal Park. I had been to the 1st 2. Better check the websites if they have a promo when visitng the 3 themeparks. I know there is! In going to these parks, do come on time! There are scheduled shows at the Sea World which both of you will tremendously enjoy. Ride the cable car and you will see the beautiful view of the surrounding area! Buy bottomless drinks which you can refill whole day long and at the same time serve as souvenir of your trip! Another themepark which you will enjoy is the Legoland! It is located in Carlsbad! Alot a day for each of the themeparks but I suggest that you go to Seaport for a break! Dont schedule your trip with 3 consecutive days on themeparks. It will really be tiring for the child and for you! Sometimes 2 1/2 year old boys gets lost in theme parks! I suggest that you put something which can identify him just in case. A nice school id can help! You can buy that anywhere! Put his name, address and your cellphone number just in case he gets lost in the crowd! See the last American exit at San Ysidro! There is also an outlet store over there. Top 10 popular attractions in San Diego as suggested by Yahoo travel: ( go to yahoo travel, click travel guide then go to San Diego! Once you are at the San Diego page, go to the bottom of the page and discover the top 10 attractions in San Diego, click each one and explore it one by one, the website, location and other information are there, in the uppermost part of the page, see the slideshow of San Diego!) 1. San Diego Zoo Children love the pandas! You can have the option of walking or riding the double decker tour of the zoo. Dont forget to wear a sunblock! Bring hats! 2. Sea World Adventure Park Your son must not miss SHAMU! 3. Balboa Park Explore this site and find for your- self which museum you want to see. This is one of the most beautiful parks as cited! There is Copley Plaza & Old Globe Theater. There is a beautiful garden over there. 4. Mission Beach This has man made islands & has a fabulous boardwalk! Belmont Park= see the giant roller coaster! 5. Seaport Village 6 Gaslamp Quarter 7. MCAS Miramar Air Show 8. LIttle Italy District 9. Old Town This is the "Birthplace of California! This is what is in the lampost. 10. San Diego Maritime Museum Other places to go/ to know: 1. Mission San Luis Rey Francia-Oceanside was founded in 1798. 2. I suggest that you see San Diego harbor with your son but be sure to be careful in these areas! It is an opportunity for him to see yatchs and boats. 3. SHOPPING: Horton Plaza is in downtown. You can go down here from the trolley! Dont ever miss the outlet at San Ysidro! It is definitely cheaper there. 4. Cabrillo National Monument see the Naval Base from the Visitor's Center 5. HOTELS: Hotel del Coronado was built in 1888. CAUTION: Be careful when going to beaches with a child! The most common accidents of children in these age groups is due to drowning and accidental poisoning! Make your own schedule and see the maps! I always do this to make the most out of my money and trip. I avoid buying things which I can buy in our place and avoid eating in places I used to eat. This is also one way of learning from other places! Make your trip a memorable one for you and for your kid. Dont forget to bring first aid kits! Band-aids and other medications! Dont forget your vitamins on your trip! Keep them well locked to avoid accidental poisoning. Hope you can enjoy your trip! Source(s): Suggested websites: 1. Yahoo travel 2. Best of San Diego 2006 ( http://bestof.signonsandiego.com/... bestof2006/results/best-mexica... 3. Go California.com http://www.go-california.com/san-diego... Other Travel Tips I think you should visit the Beaches! Your son will enjoy playing in the sand and in the water:) You can also try sea world. Well there are the beaches that is always good. You might want to check out Sea World. That is always fun and there is always something going on at Sea World! Also check out the Zoo one of the best around! They also have a panda which is very cool for kids to see. Nice place, a lot to do in the zoo. You might also want to check out the aquarium at Scripts that is very cool hands on a lot of stuff for kids of all ages to do. I really like this place! You might also be interested in the San Diego Animal Park, Very cool drive through tour, get to be on a safari. Cool animals a lot of interaction, this will keep a little one busy! Lego land is near by might be a little old for your son. Very fun and interesting. They have a website you might want to check it out! Be sure to check out this website they have a lot of info and will send you a travel packet with info, maps and coupons, I would also tell them that you have a small child and they will make some more recommendations: www.sandiego.org They are very helpful I have had to contact them several times! I hope this helps have a great trip you all will have a wonderful time and the weather should be perfect that time of year!!! Oh yeah also check out the visitors website for festivals and stuff going on there is always something new going on in the SD! Well, there are lots of amusement parks and sights to see here in SD. Seaworld, Legoland, Belmont Park, the Zoo, the Wild Animal Park, to name some theme parks. There are also some other sights to see. Do you like bike riding? try Mission Beach. hiking? Check out Torrey Pines. History? Old town is really neat.Need commute? Amtrak, the coaster, and the trolleys will get you through. Like baseball? Padres season will be starting soon at Petco Park. Its a neat Stadium. There is also the flower fields in Carlsbad, but those won't be in bloom in the summer. Downtown ecncinitas is also really cool, you should go to a beach like the famous Swami's or Moonlight. Don't forget to go to Coronado island! The internet will also fill you in on these activities. ps, Legoland has a great kiddie area! I can't believe no one mentioned Balboa Park! It is beautiful, huge, and centrally located. They have over a dozen museums, not to mention the zoo is on it's grounds, free botanical garden, Japanese friendship garden, fountains, ponds, several huge playgrounds, carousel, train rides, and tons of free music events ranging from jazz to reggae. You can get a discounted pass for the all the museums, but if you will be here a while, there is a different museum free each Tuesday on a rotating schedule. Besides that, the beach naturally! The beaches, I recommend Coronado. The zoo and Sea World are fun. |
| Tags |
| Philadelphia Phoenix Portland Sacramento San Antonio San Diego San Francisco San Jose Seattle St. Louis Washington, D.C. |
Travel Info Categories--Copyright/IP Policy--Contact Webmaster |