People of all age groups including amateurs, professionals to children will participate in this annually held Oceanside Beach Soccer Championships.

The Beach Soccer Championships in Oceanside is the largest beach soccer festival on the west coast and the third largest in the world. It will take place on 5th and 6th May, 2012 at the Harbor Beach, Oceanside.

This event brings youth and adults of all ages for a weekend full of excitement and fun under the sun on Harbor Beach, one of the widest beaches in the county. The beach is located next to Oceanside Harbor.

Visitors are greeted with the many activities that are part of the event such as Beach Wrestling, Beach Volleyball, Beach Tennis, Capoeira and Samba. Celebrities are frequent participants of the Beach Soccer Championships in Oceanside such as Joy Fawcett, Shannon McMillan, Tom Dooley & John O’brien. They all come for some soccer and some fun under the sun.

People of all age groups including amateurs, professionals to children will participate in this annually held Oceanside Beach Soccer Championships. If you are coming on a vacation to San Diego in the first week of May, do attend this event and cheer players of different age groups. Come in your flip flops so that you feel comfortable walking on the sand, enjoy the game and have fun at the beach.

As summer vacations are mostly about beaches, make sure the San Diego accommodation you choose is near the beaches.

Approved by the AAA and a proud member of the San Diego’s Chamber of Commerce, the California Suites Hotel is a leading budget hotel in San Diego which is centrally located. All the popular beaches including Harbor Beach, La Jolla Cove, Pacific Beach, Mission Beach are nearby. Even shopping centers, Balboa Park and other major attractions are a few minutes away.

Well-known for its hospitality, California Suites Hotel provides fine services at affordable prices which include continental breakfast, large swimming pool, cable with HBO, high speed Internet access, free parking, laundry facilities and more.

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As the month of April is approaching, lots of pulse-racing San Diego Padres games are going to be played in the San Diego city.

In the city of San Diego, baseball games are watched and enjoyed a lot by a large number of baseball fans. One of the most popular baseball teams in San Diego is the San Diego Padres. Founded in 1969 and based in San Diego, the San Diego Padres is a Major League Baseball team, which has won the National League Pennant twice.

As the month of April is approaching, lots of pulse-racing San Diego Padres games are going to be played in the San Diego city. This year the San Diego Padres will compete against different teams at the Petco Park. You can catch the San Diego Padres take on the Los Angeles Dodgers on 6th – 8th April, 2012.

Similarly from 10th to 12th April, 2012; you can watch an interesting match between San Diego Padres and Arizona Diamondbacks. San Diego Padres will take on Philadelphia Phillies and Washington Nationals on 19th – 20th April, 2012 and 24th – 26th April, 2012 respectively. Likewise you can catch various other interesting matches between San Diego Padres and other teams such as Milwaukee Brewers and Miami Marlins.

To enjoy the game reach Petco Park as early as possible to get parking easily. If you are planning a San Diego vacation in April or May, and if you love baseball you must not miss the San Diego Padres games.

Stay in at a San Diego lodging from where Petco Park is nearby. California Suites Hotel is a leading budget hotel in San Diego which is centrally located and offers fine services. From the California Suites Hotel, Petco park is just a short distance away.

Approved by the AAA and a proud member of the San Diego’s Chamber of Commerce, the California Suites Hotel provides impeccable services and facilities which include continental breakfast, heated large swimming pool, cable with HBO, high speed Internet access, free parking, laundry facilities and more at affordable prices.

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Western Week runs April 19-22, Dressage Week is April 26-29, and Hunter/Jumper Week concludes the show May 1-6.

In its 67th year, the 2012 Del Mar National Horse Show will run Thursday, April 19, through Sunday, May 6, at the Del Mar Fairgrounds Arena. The Del Mar National Horse Show continues to be among the most respected, distinguished and popular equestrian events on the West Coast. Consisting of three distinctly different equestrian disciplines – Western, Dressage, and Hunter/Jumper – the Del Mar National represents the best in competitive opportunities for serious and world-class equestrians and is unrivaled in its entertainment appeal for everyone.

Western Week runs April 19-22, Dressage Week is April 26-29, and Hunter/Jumper Week concludes the show May 1-6.

Western Week

Each week of competition features its own signature Saturday night event: During Western Week, the”Night of the Horse” on Saturday, April 21, promises an evening full of action, celebrities, color and top-notch entertainment. A variety of equestrian disciplines will demonstrate the theme of the evening, “Why We Love Horses.” Bo Derek, actress and talented horsewoman, will bring dazzle and glamour to an already star-studded evening.

Also featured during the “Night of the Horse” will be Ramon Becerra’s dramatic liberty act magnificently illustrating the history of man and horse through a graceful performance, including elegant and difficult maneuvers. The Horse Whisperer satirical comedy routine will have the audience rolling in the aisles as they watch a horse train a dog!

There will also be Sandy Collier, the only woman to ever win the National Reining Cow Horse Association Snaffle Bit Futurity; riding her horse Stressolena and will do dizzying spins, slides, and an array of fast moves, all choreographed to music. After the show, everyone will have a chance to meet the performers and get autographs and photos. This promises to be a “Night of the Horse” to remember!

Dressage Week

Dressage Week will be from April 26^th to 29^th, 2012. You needn’t be an expert in the sport to be astonished and awed by the “Evening of Musical Freestyles” dressage competition on Saturday night, April 28. Olympic and World Champion pairs demonstrate the artistry, athleticism and awe-inspiring collaboration between horse and rider to the delight of your eyes and ears! Local resident, Olympian and World Cup Champion, Steffen Peters, will bring his nearly flawless horsemanship to the arena once again, riding Akiko Yamazaki’s magnificent horse, Ravel, along with other stellar mounts such as Weltino’s Magic. Among other notables attending this year’s show are World Class competitor, local resident, and former Olympian, the legendary Guenter Seidel.

Hunter/ Jumper Week

Hunter/ Jumper Week, May 1-6, features the $100,000 Grand Prix of Del Mar, which caps off the three weeks during an evening filled with exciting speed, agility and nail-biting competition on Saturday, May 5. Some of the best riders and horses in the nation will have you on the edge of your seat as they negotiate a difficult course of jumps exceeding five feet in height and width.

Make sure, you do not miss this exciting event on your vacation to San Diego. The success of a vacation depends a great deal on hotel. Try to find a San Diego hotel from where you can commute to different locations easily.

To enjoy Del Mar National Horse Show thoroughly, preferably stay in a San Diego lodging from where Del Mar Fairgrounds is nearby. California Suites Hotel is a leading budget hotel in San Diego which is centrally located and offers fine services. From the California Suites Hotel, Del Mar Fairgrounds is hardly a short distance away. Hence it will be convenient for you to reach the venue on time and find easy parking.

Approved by the AAA and a proud member of the San Diego’s Chamber of Commerce, the California Suites Hotel provides impeccable services and facilities which include continental breakfast, heated large swimming pool, cable with HBO, high speed Internet access, free parking, laundry facilities and more at affordable prices.

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St. Patrick's Day Parade & Irish Festival is an event which attracts visitors from across the United States.

St. Patrick’s Day Parade & Irish Festival is an event which attracts visitors from across the United States.

San Diego may not boast of much Irish history like other cities, but it celebrates Irish festival with fervor and enthusiasm. St. Patrick’s Day Parade & Irish Festival is an event which attracts visitors from across the United States.

The 32nd annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade and Festival is going to take place on 17th March, 2012 in Balboa Park. This year the theme of St. Patrick’s Day is “Celebrating the Spirit of Ancient Ireland”.

In this event you can watch a spectacular parade which includes drill teams, roller skaters, marching bands, floats, dancing groups, clowns, bagpipe contingents, equestrian entries, police and fire department units, scout troops, antique cars and more. The Parade kicks off at 10:30 am from Sixth Avenue and Juniper Street.

After the parade, the Irish Festival will kick off and you can treat yourself to enthralling music by well known folk singers, savor delicious food at food booths, have a good time at an authentic Celtic Village and enjoy ice cold beers, wines and spirits at the two beer gardens. Wondering what the children will do? This is a complete family event where you can have a great time with your kids. There will be a Kids Zone where children can enjoy rides, games, face-painting and more.

If you are on a vacation to San Diego in the month of March, do attend this event. On 17th March, apart from attending St. Patrick’s Day Parade & Irish Festival you should also visit the bars to enjoy some great Irish beer and whiskey.

San Diego receives plenty of visitors in March. Make sure to get your hotel bookings done in advance. Choose a San Diego lodging which offers good services at affordable prices. California Suites Hotel is a leading budget San Diego hotel which is known for its hospitality and fine services. Guests can enjoy continental breakfast, large heated swimming pool, cable with HBO, high speed Internet access, free parking, laundry facilities and more. The California Suites Hotel is ideally situated from where all major attractions including Balboa Park, Sea World and the San Diego Zoo are nearby.

On St. Patrick’s Day Parade & Irish Festival don’t forget to wear a shamrock on your collar or some green clothing.

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Want to rock the night and party Gaslamp style? Join the rocking jamboree called Mardi Gras in the Gaslamp Quarter on 21st February, 2012. Always celebrated on a Fat Tuesday, Mardi Gras is a hugely popular event that attracts thousands of revellers each year. Imagine people clad in colorful costumes, music, dance and the bonhomie. Wouldn’t you like to be a part of it?

If you have never attended Mardi Gras, you have missed one of the most colorful carnival parties celebrated in the streets of the historic district of San Diego – Gaslamp Quarter.

Mardi Gras will begin at 6pm and continue till midnight at the Fifth Avenue in Gaslamp Quarter, San Diego. Be a part of this fabulous outdoor celebration where you can enjoy a spectacular grand masquerade parade, groove to the music by the top Electronic and international DJ’s present there, enjoy LIVE music performances by bands, have cold beverages and collect as many beads as you can. There will be street performers throughout the Gaslamp Quarter to entertain people.

Mardi Gras in the Gaslamp Quarter never stops before midnight whether rain or shine. Proceeds from the event will also benefit the Gaslamp Quarter Association.

If you are on a vacation to San Diego in February, attend this event to have the time of your life. In order to make the most of your stay in San Diego, try to choose a good San Diego lodging.

Ideally located in Clairemont Mesa Blvd, California Suites Hotel is the leading budget San Diego hotel from where Gaslamp Quarter, and various other tourist hotspots such as Old Town, La Jolla, Balboa Park are nearby. This makes it easy for guests to commute to different destinations without wasting much time on traffic and parking.

Always believing in customer’s satisfaction, California Suites Hotel provides fine facilities which includes continental breakfast, spa, heated outdoor swimming pool, free parking, Internet access, laundry facilities, cable with HBO, 24 hour security and more.

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Lots of interesting events keep taking place in San Diego throughout the year. Here are some of the events which will take place in the month of February:

Nations of San Diego International Dance Festival

Are you fond of dancing? Then do attend the Nations of San Diego International Dance Festival. It is going to take place from 10^th to 12^th February, 2012 at the Coronado High Performing Arts Center in Coronado. Over 150 talented dancers and musicians from all over the world will participate in the event. You can check out around 18 traditional performances from different countries such as Sahar Dance Company from Middle East, World Music Odissi Dance Academy from India, Bollywood Tranz from India, Flamenco Arana from Spain,Blue Ming Chinese Dance Company from China and more. If you are really inclined towards dancing, don’t miss this event.

Mexican Modern Painting

Are you inclined towards paintings and arts and crafts? Then Mexican Modern Painting exhibition is a must for you. Set to take place till 19^th February, 2012 at the San Diego Museum of Art in Balboa Park, this exhibition showcases paintings from the renowned Andres Blaisten Collection during the period of 1907 and 1962. You can check out the works of various artists such as Maria Izquierdo, David Alfaro and more.

So if you are planning to come to San Diego, make sure to choose a good affordable San Diego hotel and book your rooms in advance.

California Suites Hotel is the leading budget hotel in San Diego which offers unbeatable rates for all the its facilities to make guests feel at home. Enjoy the heated outdoor swimming pool and spa tub, continental breakfast, laundry facilities and well furnished rooms equipped with microwave, Internet access, refrigerator and more.

From the California Suites Hotel, various other top hotspots are nearby. This will make it easy for you to commute to the venue.

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Get ready all you foodies and wine lovers. It is time to please your taste buds! The upcoming San Diego Bay Wine and Food Festival is all set to take place at the Embarcadero Marina Park North from 17th November to 21st November, 2011.

More than 170 winemakers and around 70 well known chefs will participate in this event along with authors, gourmet food producers, and celebrity chefs. There will be media personalities too. This action packed event will include wine tasting and cooking classes, Wine Dinners, Celebrity Chef Luncheon, and of course the Grand Tasting Event.

This 5 day event promises a whole lot of fun. You get to taste the finest wines and food, meet renowned chefs, chat with authors of cookery books, and lots more. Some of the participating winemakers include Kevin Hall, Michael Richmond, Richard Gumerman, Justin Mund, Joseph Carr, Jon Emmerich, Kristian Story and many more. Some of the participating wineries include Bernardo Winery, Bourassa Vineyards, Tres Agaves Products, Quady Winery, Ranchita Canyon Vineyard and more.

If you want to thoroughly enjoy San Diego Bay Wine and Food Festival and its wonderful wines and food during your vacation to San Diego, stay in a good San Diego accommodation that is near the Embarcadero Marina Park North so that you can commute easily.

When it comes to affordable San Diego hotel is concerned, the California Suites Hotel scores above all budget hotels for its room rates. Have a great time at this wonderful San Diego Bay Wine and Food Festival and come back to the cozy fully equipped rooms overlooking lush green gardens with beautiful tropical plants and flowers. The California Suites Hotel also provides a complimentary buffet breakfast, laundry facilities and a large warm outdoor swimming pool and free parking. Have a great time at the fair and enjoy your stay in the city!

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Free flowing beer, Bratwurst, ox-on-the-spit, Sauerkraut, music, dance!! Does that ring a bell? Yes the much-awaited Oktoberfest is back in San Diego. Oktoberfest may have originated in Germany in the early-1800s, but the city of San Diego too plays host to this rousing event which attracts a large number of locals and tourists.

One of the Oktoberfest events which you must attend is the Oktoberfest in La Mesa. It will take place along the Spring Street and La Mesa Boulevard in La Mesa, from 30th September to 2nd October. Imagine more than 200,000 visitors here and the music, dance, delicious food and camaraderie. Won’t that be an exciting day?

Oktoberfest in La Mesa is a 3 day event which includes two beer gardens,five food courts, and a dance floor. Oktoberfest is a great event to try out authentic German food and of course the German beer. Once you reach at the venue, it is assured that you won’t be able to resist the refreshing beer and a tempting array of mouth-watering German delicacies ranging from Sauerkraut, Schweinebraten, ox-on-the-spit, Reiberdatschi, Obatzda and more. Are you bringing your children? No problem! Oktoberfest in La Mesa will also feature a children’s carnival to keep the kids busy and happy.

Imagine the smell of Bratwurst, the dance, the music, and the refreshing cool beer! You won’t be able to resist the temptation. So do attend Oktoberfest if you are planning a San Diego vacation in October.

An ideal vacation should be rejuvenating. Right? And if you spend half your time in commuting from one destination to another then that vacation will turn out to be exhausting rather than exhilarating. So find a San Diego hotel which is centrally located.

California Suites Hotel is one of the leading budget price hotels in San Diego from where not only La Mesa but various other major attractions such as Old Town, beaches and shopping centers are nearby. So that makes it easier for the hotel guests to commute to any place in a short time. Besides the hotel provides affordable services including laundry facilitates, Internet access, complimentary breakfast, spa tub, safe deposit box and a large outdoor heated swimming pool.

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Want to enjoy a fun-filled evening aboard an historic ship? Then you must attend the upcoming Live Entertainment on-board the Maritime Museum’s Ferryboat ‘Berkeley’ at the downtown San Diego.

From 1st September to 5th September, 2011, you can enjoy the magnificent views of the harbor and LIVE entertainment at this historic ship, which is restored and operated by the popular San Diego Maritime Museum.

The San Diego Maritime Museum has a wonderful collection of historic ships in the world which include the National and State Historic Landmarks – the Berkeley and the Star of India. The museum from time to time, makes its historic vessels available for parties, and corporate events.

The Live Entertainment on-board the Maritime Musuem’s Ferryboat ‘Berkeley’ is your chance to get aboard an historic ship and have a great time. During the five day event, you can sail on the racing yachts, cruise on the San Diego Bay, check out cannon battles, interact with the pirates, buy souvenirs and antiques from more than 150 arts and craft vendors, and devour
delicious snacks and food items.

In the LIVE entertainment, you will get to listen to a variety of music of different genres including rock, pop, and contemporary. Various bands are going to play which include Steel Drum Bands, Sea Chanteys, Mariachi’s and various local community groups.

If you are concerned that the kids will get bored at the on-board, don’t worry. There will also be a petting zoo where children can check out a variety of animals and get, up close and personal with them.

So if you are planning a San Diego family vacation in September, spare a day to be spent at this remarkable Ferryboat called Berkeley. The music and so many entertaining activities are sure to delight you. If you want to enjoy your San Diego vacation to the fullest, better stay in a San Diego hotel from where you can easily go to various destinations.

California Suites Hotel is the Value Price Leader hotel in San Diego which is well-known for its services and convenient location. Most of the key tourist attractions including downtown San Diego are nearby to the hotel.

The hotel provides complementary breakfast, spa tub, Internet access, outdoor swimming pool and more.

California Suites Hotel is also well known as one of the most sought-after extended stay hotels San Diego. It provides laundry, free parking, microwave, fridge and all the necessary facilities to make the stay of the guests comfortable.

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We all do some shopping, sightseeing, lazing around, playing at the beaches. How about attending a charitable event which allows you to do some good work and at the same time is a lot of fun too?

The 9th Annual Cruise for the Cause Blood & Bone Marrow Drive Car Show will take place on 13th August, 2011, Saturday at the Otay Ranch Town Center in Chula Vista, San Diego.

Presented by the MAGIC 92.5, one of three radio stations under the Local Media San Diego umbrella, this year the Cruise For The Cause Car Show is expected to receive more than 15,000 people.

At the Cruise For The Cause Car Show, you can expect to see a range of cars such as Lowriders, Tuners, SUV’s, Hot Rods, Customs, classic cars, and even bikes and motorcycles. All vehicle participants have to register by 12th August by paying $20 as entry fee for the car show charity event. You can also check out entertaining concerts and performances by various musicians and bands as well ranging from Rising Star Band, Stranger, BETO to DJ Todd Himaka.

Many children lose their lives because they are unable to receive a bone marrow match. This event aims to raise awareness about this cause and also supports the American Red Cross. If you are in good health, this is great opportunity for supporting the cause by donating blood. Your one good gesture can save a life. Besides a part of the funds raised will be donated to help homeless mothers and their kids and those children who are suffering from cancer.

If you are planning a San Diego vacation in August, do spare some time to attend this event which is for a good cause and do your bit for this noble venture. It will be a uniquely satisfying experience for you. As San Diego receives plenty of tourists in the month of August, it always a good idea to book your rooms in advance and to take advantage of the awesome discounts being offered by various San Diego hotels.

Considered as a Value Price Leader, California Suites Hotel is one of the leading budget hotels in San Diego from where Chula Vista and various other attractions are nearby. The hotel is well-known for providing good facilities at affordable prices which include complimentary breakfast, safe deposit box, large outdoor warm swimming pool, Internet access and more. Besides, California Suites Hotel is also considered as one of the leading extended stay hotels San Diego and offers great rates for extended stay and home away from home kind of environment to people looking for long term stay. In short, the hotel is convenient, comfortable and affordable.

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