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See the Sea in a Whole New Way – SeaWorld in San Diego

SeaWorld San Diego is one of the city’s most impressive and popular attractions. The enormous downtown theme park houses a huge collection of sea creatures, incredible animal snows and a variety of thrilling rides that appeal to children and adults alike.

At SeaWorld San Diego, visitors can experience the amazing marine life that populates the waters just beyond the California shoreline. There are also prime examples of species from around the world, many of which are on the endangered list. Enjoy gentle penguins, sea turtles, dolphins and manta rays, or set your sights on more dangerous ocean creatures like sharks, sea snakes and killer whales.

Whales have been a staple at SeaWorld San Diego since the legendary Shamu called the park home in the late 1960s and 1970s. Today, educational programs teach visitors about the complex lives of whales. (Photo courtesy SeaWorld San Diego)

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Celebrate the Spirit of San Diego at the Gaslamp Quarter

The Gaslamp Quater is San Diego’s chic arts and entertainment district in the heart of the city. (Photo courtesy gaslamp.org)

To experience the true essence of San Diego, there’s nothing better than spending a day in the Gaslamp Quarter. This is the heart of San Diego – where you can find some of the finest dining experiences, betst bars, most energetic night clubs and a slew of San Diego’s most popular tourist attractions like iconic Balboa Park, Seaport Village, San Diego Convention Center and U.S.S. Midway Museum.

San Diego’s historic Gaslamp Quarter (also called the Gaslamp District), sprawls more than 16 blocks in the downtown core. The area has roots daring back to the city’s early days and there are more than 90 historic buildings in the Gaslamp Quarter – many of which are still in active use. Today, vintage movie theaters, trendy retail shops and elegant fine-dining restaurants have found a home in the magnificent Victorian structures.

On you next vacation to San Diego, find time to explore the Gaslamp Quarter. It’s perfect for a family outing on a bluebird day to catch a baseball game, browse the many eclectic shops and enjoy a fun, filling meal. The Gaslamp is also a hit with romantic couples seeking an evening to remember or a group of revelers looking for an enjoyable night on the town. From early morning strolls and breakfast on the promenade to late-night cocktails and dancing, the fun rarely ceases at the Gaslamp (unless it’s closing time).

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Don’t Miss the Padres on Your Trip to San Diego

The San Diego Padres have one of the hottest, youngest teams in Major League Baseball, and catching a game at Petco Park in downtown San Diego is a must-do every summer. As members of the competitive National League Western Division, the Padres play 81 home games a year at Petco Park against top teams like the Los Angeles Dodgers, San Francisco Giants and Arizona Diamondbacks.

Padres baseball games at Petco Park usually begin in the early evenings when the weather cools and the temperatures are perfect, although there are a few afternoon “day” games scattered throughout the season. The open-air stadium greets families and fans of all ages and backgrounds who gather to enjoy the game, grab a hot dog and a cold beverage, and cheer on “The Pods.”

Petco Park in downtown San Diego sits next to the city’s chic arts and entertainment district. The stadium is one of the most beautiful and fan-friendly stadiums in the major leagues. (Photo courtesy mlb.com)

History of the San Diego Padres

The Padres have been in San Diego since the team was founded in 1969. The team’s name is an homage to the Spanish Franciscan friars who founded the city. The team’s mascot – the iconic “Swinging Friar” – is one of the most recognizable, and unique, logos in all of sports. The team’s primary colors are a beautiful blend of gold, brown and white.

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Golfing Year Round in San Diego

Most places, golf is a recreational sport that’s primarily enjoyed during warmer weather – mostly from Memorial Day to Labor Day. But that’s the rest of the world. In San Diego, golfers can step into the tee box 12 months out of the year.

Torrey Pines in La Jolla offers a dramatic backdrop for Championship golf in the San Diego area. The club has two world-class courses: The North Course and the more challenging South Course. (Photo courtesy Torrey Pines Golf Club.)

Fall and winter are especially great times to golf in San Diego. While your local course is closed for the season, our courses are open year-round. The weather is fresh and crisp during the fall and winter, and the sun never stops shining.

When it comes to golf, San Diego is a hole in one! If you dream of lining up your shot with ocean waves crashing in the background, putting across a serene desert landscape, or taking a big swing with mountains lining up to watch, then San Diego is the ideal destination.

If you are here on business, the golf course can be a great way to mix business with pleasure. Do some power networking on the course, reward your best employees with a tee time, or impress your biggest clients with a trip out on the green.

If you’re in San Diego for pleasure, consider taking a lesson with a pro at one of the area’s top courses, or bring your spouse or special someone to the clubhouse for fine dining, drinks, and gorgeous views of the greens.

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Rowing for Glory – The San Diego Crew Classic

four rowers rowing a boat on open water
The San Diego Crew Classic brings high school, collegiate and Masters-level rowers to beautiful Mission Bay each April for a weekend of top-flight competition.

The best rowers in the United States line Crown Point Shores every April for the largest exclusively eight-oared regatta in the world – the San Diego Crew Classic. The annual event draws top amateur rowers from premier university rowing programs and draws thousands of spectators and alumni to the sandy beaches and sparkling waters of Mission Bay in San Diego for two days of competitive races and related events.

The San Diego Crew Classic includes junior-varsity and varsity collegiate divisions as well as junior, club and masters’ races. In each event, eight rowers and a coxswain (who steers) work in unison to race their shell through 2,000 meters of water as quickly as possible. To win, crew members must work together to sync their motions and maintain balance, speed and a consistent and smooth forward motion. Even though the rowing may seem simple on the surface, crew involves complex, full-body movements that requires maximum effort and precise skill.

The Crew Classic is more than just a rowing regatta. The event is heralded as one of the top races in the sport, and the beautiful setting along the San Diego shoreline only enhances the experience. Couple that with perfect weather, sunny skies, stunning sunsets, awesome food trucks, craft brews and plenty of smiles and it’s easy to see why the San Diego Crew Classic is a must-do each spring.

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Turf Meets Surf at Del Mar Racetrack

The Del Mar Thoroughbred Club in the oceanside city of Del Mar is one of the preeminent horse racing tracks in the United States. The large, beautifully built facility draws big excitement, large crowds and plenty of celebrity sightings each racing season.

Located about 20 miles north of downtown San Diego, the Del Mar Racetrack was founded in 1937 and continues to be a mainstay San Diego attraction during racing season – mid-June through early September, as well as some racing during the month of November.

The racetrack’s slogan is “Where the Turf Meets the Surf,” and that is unquestionably true. Visitors to San Diego during racing season can visit the Del Mar Thoroughbred Club to see some of the finest horses in the world as they race on the one-mile dirt track or the longer, seven-furlong turf course. You can bet and cheer on your favorite in a thrilling race, or simply enjoy the beauty and majesty of the equines as they gather in the paddock and trot to the starting gates under the watchful command of their jockey.

Del Mar Thoroughbred Club is one of the finest horse racing tracks in the country. The club has been greeting racing fans at its paddock since the 1930s and is a true San Diego treasure. (Photo courtesy Del Mar Thoroughbred Club)

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