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Great Escape
A
look at what to do in the major U.S. and worldwide tourist destinations. --
August 21, 2006
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California's second-largest city and the United States'
seventh largest, San Diego covers 4,200 square miles of fun, fun, fun! San
Diego is known for its near-idyllic climate, 70 miles of pristine beaches and
dazzling array of world-class family attractions that offers visitors from
around the world a unique mix of things to do. San
Diego's arts and culture scene is making a name for itself as well. Balboa
Park, the largest urban cultural park in the U.S. features 15 museums,
numerous art galleries, beautiful gardens, the Tony Award-winning Globe
Theaters and world-famous San Diego Zoo. San Diego ranks #1 as Favorite Family
Vacation Destination. Median income -- $45,733 Median
house value -- $233,100 For more information visit www.sandiego.org
or call 619-232-3101. |
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| The Top 12 Attractions in San
Diego |
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| San Diego Zoo 800-628-3066
Perhaps one of the best known zoos in all
the world, the San Diego Zoo features 4,000 rare and endangered birds,
mammals and reptiles alongside 6,500 varieties of exotic plants. |
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| San Diego Zoo's Wild Animal
Park 619-718-3000
A 2,200-acre exotic animal and botanical
reserve dedicated to the preservation and protection of endangered
species. |
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| SeaWorld San Diego
800-380-3203
This 189-acre marine life park is the
home of Shamu (right), the killer whale. Journey to Atlantis
alongside the marine habitats, aquariums, shows and new attractions
opening every year. |
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| Belmont Park 858-228-9310
One of the newer rides is the Beach
Blaster, a thrill ride which swings daring riders suspended from their
seats into the sky while swirling them in a frenzy of excitement with
upside-down sky views. Dine, play or romance at California's great
beachside amusement park. |
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| Quail Botanical Gardens
760-436-3036
20 miles north of downtown San Diego,
Quail Botanical Gardens offers scenic walks through its many unusual
plant collections. |
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| Reuben H. Fleet Science
Center 619-238-1233
Here you can see more than 100
interactive science exhibits, or watch films and planetarium shows on
an IMAX Dome Theater. |
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| San Diego Coaster Company
858-488-1549
Ride the historic Giant Dipper Roller
Coaster, Tilt-a-whirl, Bumper Cars and more. |
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| U.S. Olympic Training Center
888-OLY-TOUR
A United States Olympic Committee
facility for Olympic-caliber athletes that provides free tours daily. |
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| Universal Studios Hollywood
800-UNIVERSAL
Where great moments from movies and
television come to life, putting you in the middle of all the
excitement. |
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| Cabrillo National Monument
619-557-5450
This monument honors Juan Cabrillo's
landing in San Diego in 1542. While soaking up the history, keep your
eyes peeled for whales. The Monument is a popular whale-watching spot. |
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| Gaslamp Quarter 619-233-5227
The Gaslamp Quarter is a renovated
historic district offering 60+ restaurants, galleries and jazz bars. |
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| Horton Plaza 800-214-SHOP
Seven city blocks of shopping, dining
and entertainment opportunities on multiple levels. |
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