San Diego city is in all its glory in December. The festive season nears it speak lifting the spirits of city and San Diego gears up to host plenty of events. One event which thousands of visitors is the Balboa Park December Nights.

Balboa Park December Nights cheers up the holiday mood with fun activities. It is a kind of two days gift to the community. On 2nd and 3rd December, the entire Balboa Park will be buzzing with activity, scrumptious food, theatrical shows and musical entertainment.

And of course, all the museums which are participating in the event will offer free entry to the visitors. If you want to know about the culture and heritage of San Diego’s Native American community, you can check out “My Ancestor’s Village”. Other than that you can check out exhibitions, and the Santa Lucia Procession. Once you are done with the museums, head to the International Christmas Festival at the House of Pacific Relations Cottages to satisfy your taste buds with a wide variety of delicious food from around the world.

Whether you love to dance or not, everyone likes to be entertained with a fine, mesmerizing dance performances. Then why not head to the San Diego Junior Theater, or the San Diego Civic Youth Ballet to get enthralled with dance and musical presentations.

One of the highlights of the event is the International Cottage Christmas Festival. There will be music, dance and food! Well, you might say such entertainment will be available at other museums or venues at the Balboa Park as well. Then what is the difference? Well, at the International Cottage Christmas Festival, arts and crafts and food samplings will be presented to you from more than 30 countries. You can devour hummus from Palestine, bratwurst from Germany, paella from Spain and much more. And of course, you can also watch traditional dance and music.

And how can any event or holiday be complete without shopping? You can shop to your heart’s content as most shops will be offering their holiday best prices. So pick up all the souvenirs or antiques and interesting items from the museum stores that catch your interest.

In order to soak in the holiday atmosphere to the fullest, try to find a San Diego accommodation from where Balboa Park and other attractions are nearby so that you save time and money on commuting on your San Diego vacation.

Always believing that customer is the king, California Suites Hotel is a Value Price leader hotel in San Diego which provides impeccable services. And the best part is that most of the favorite tourist destinations including Balboa Park are nearby. The hotel offers good services at affordable prices such as complimentary breakfast, Internet connection, free parking, large warm outdoor swimming pool and more.

If you want to experience the holiday cheer and have a great time with your friends and family do attend the Balboa Park December Nights. It rocks!

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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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It is said that a visit to San Diego is incomplete if you have not visited the colorful and beautiful Old Town. And in the month of October, this lively place is hosting a colorful event called The Old Town San Diego Art Festival.

Imagine the pleasant San Diego weather, delicious food, wine, LIVE entertainment and arts and crafts! Add to that, the charm and history of Old Town. Wouldn’t that make any day a memorable one? And the upcoming Old Town San Diego Art Festival guarantees to delight its visitors with this and much more. Set to take place on 1st and 2nd October, 2011, the Old Town San Diego Art Festival features more than 150 artisans, fine crafts, and contemporary artists. This amazing festival takes place along the San Diego Avenue from Conde Street down to the San Diego State Historic Park in Old Town.

It is a delight walking down the streets of Old Town and looking at those art sculptures, which are as astonishing as you would find in museums. Besides check out fine art paintings, antique jewelry, glasses, rare photographs which will be dotting the streets of Old Town. This is your chance to meet up with some of the nationally and internationally renowned artists and some of the budding artists. The Old Town San Diego Art Festival is a wonderful two day event which will help you know more about the colorful culture, vibrant art and history of Old Town. So if you are planning a vacation to San Diego in the last week of September or the first week of October, do attend this marvelous event.

As far as San Diego accommodation is concerned, better stay in a budget San Diego hotel which offer good services. California Suites Hotel is one of the leading budget hotels in San Diego which offers finest services and facilities required to make your stay pleasant and comfortable one. Its warm outdoor heated swimming pool is one of the best you can find.

Besides, Old Town is hardly a stone throw away from California Suites Hotel, so it will save your time and money on commute whenever you visit the historic Old Town. The California Suites Hotel offers complimentary breakfast, laundry facilities, Internet access and every necessary facility that would make you come back to this hotel again and again.

So don’t miss to experience the charm of Old Town on your San Diego vacation!

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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Carnival rides, concerts, bizarre yet delicious food, special events and so much more make up the San Diego County Fair. All set to take place from 10th June to 4th July 2011 at the Del Mar Fairgrounds, this hugely popular fair is expected to attract more than a million visitors this year. (The fair will be closed for the three Mondays between except on the 4th of July.)

It is a wholly family-driven event. Check out the concerts of Switchfoot, Neon Trees and other artists. Take part in the fun and exciting pie eating contest, check out skateboarding demonstrations and many more such activities that let you have a great time on a San Diego family vacation. On 4th of July, you can look forward to see some patriotic contests, parade, and dazzling fireworks.

And yes, how can one forget the mind blowing variety of food offerings that one gets to sample at the San Diego County Fair? You can try out as many food offerings as you like because the delicacies available here can’t be found anywhere else. In fact, food is one of the major reasons people come to visit this fair.

Now sample these totally fried avocados, deep fried pop tart with strawberries, deep fried cheese curds, deep fried Mexican ice cream, four pound belly buster burger, cheese on a stick, deep fried brownie, chocolate covered bacon. Apart from casual dining, the fair also provides options for formal dining as well.

And don’t forget to take a ride on the San Diego County Fair Ferris Wheel. The bird’s eye view from this giant wheel overlooking the Pacific is just magnificent. The San Diego County Fair promises a whole lot of fun and entertainment that you would like to visit it again and again. So if you are planning your San Diego vacation between 10th June and 4th July, better not miss this fair.

There are several good hotels in San Diego which offer commendable services at affordable prices. One such hotel known for offering fine services at best of the rates available is the California Suites Hotel. This San Diego hotel provides complimentary breakfast, laundry facilities, large warm outdoor swimming pool, Internet facility and much more.

Another USP of the California Suites Hotel is its location, from where Del mar, Balboa Park, Gaslamp Quarter, La Jolla, Old Town, beaches and other attractions are nearby. So that saves a lot of time and money for the guests.

From time to time, the hotel keeps offering handsome discounts to the visitors. Keep checking this San Diego hotel’s website for the latest discounts being offered.

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Sea World is one of the prime attractions of San Diego. The famed killer whale Shamu, sea lions and so much more at the Sea World attracts millions of tourists each year. However the charm of Sea World during the Summer Nights, which officially begins from 18th June and goes on till 5th September, 2011, is incomparable.

Every year during summers, the Sea World celebrates the Sea World’s Summer Nights when the entire park transforms into some kind of magical land where fireworks and entertaining shows go on till late in the night.

Once there, check out the Sea Lions Tonite – it is one of the funniest shows. You will be splits watching sea lions – Clyde and Seamore doing a mocking imitation of TV shows and other popular shows in a light and good-humored way. Want to watch some spectacular acrobatics? Then visit the Cirque de la Mer where you will see talented acrobats performing acrobatics combined with music and special effects. This show will surely leave you awe-struck.

The major highlight of the Sea World is of course the famous Shamu. It is so much fun watching Shamu break dancing. And be assured that your kids will love it. Don’t forget to check out Shamu’s nighttime show called Shamu rocks. Watching this show which combines the feats of Shamu with some rock-n-roll music and the amazing animation on the multimedia screens doubles the fun.

And of course what better way to end the day than watching dazzling fireworks explode the sky into brilliant lights. The ‘Into the Blue’ show takes place every night during the Sea World’s Summer Nights. Imagine how magnificent the sky above the park will look with the display of colorful fireworks along with orchestral music playing in the background. There is so much fun at the Sea World’s Summer Nights that you will ask for an encore.

During summers, San Diego receives a large number of tourists, so book your rooms in advance. There are plenty of San Diego hotels which offer commendable services at budget prices. One of such hotel in San Diego is the California Suites Hotel which is conveniently located just 15 minutes away from the San Diego International Airport. The hotel is centrally situated from where Sea World and all other major attractions are just a stone throw away which lets the guests enjoy their trip to the fullest and save time on commuting and parking.

California Suites Hotel provides complementary breakfast, a large warm outdoor heated swimming pool, laundry services and much more to make the stay of guests enjoyable and memorable. The hotel also offers affordable extended stay packages to provide a home away from home experience to visitors looking for an extended stay hotel San Diego. In short, the hotel is convenient, comfortable and affordable.

So what are you waiting? Summer is here so get set to have a time of your life at the  Sea World’s Summer Nights.

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The month of May is all set to rock San Diego. There are an array of events lined up which will delight both visitors residents. In this post, we are going to discuss two such events which visitors should not miss on their San Diego vacation:

Chocolate Festival

Do you love chocolates? Then surely you wouldn’t like to miss the upcoming Chocolate Festival which is all set to take place at the picturesque San Diego Botanic Garden on 7th May, 2011. Once there, gorge on delectable chocolate tastings brought by various chocolate vendors, enjoy the appetizing demonstrations, the streaming chocolate fountain and lots of children’ activities.

Besides savouring chocolates, you can also enjoy the scenic views of the San Diego Botanic Garden which turns even more breathtakingly beautiful during the spring season. The blossoming flowers, lush greenery, quaint lily ponds and tall bamboo groves add to its beauty.

And since the Chocolate Festival is taking place one day before the Mother’s Day, 8th May, 2011; you can use the occasion to take your mother along and spend some quality time. The festival also offers a range of Mother’s Day gifts. The Chocolate Festival is very much a family friendly event which you must check out if you are in San Diego during first week of the May.

Old Town Fiesta Cinco de Mayo

The 28th Annual Old Town Fiesta Cinco de Mayo is all set to take place at the Old Town State Historical Park on 30th April and 1st May, 2011. The colorful Old Town buzzes with so many entertaining activities during this festival.

Listen to the flamenco beats, and traditional Mariachi music, enjoy a chilled beer in the beer garden and watch the LIVE entertainment. And don’t forget the tequila sampling area for tastings.

Cinco de Mayo is also the time to shop for unique items. Explore the colorful shops and specialty stores to buy various items such as jewellery, handicraft, handmade leather and souvenirs. After shopping, get set to satisfy your hunger pangs and taste buds by gorging on delicious food at any of the restaurants there.

And if you have time in hand, also explore the various museums and historic sites that Old Town has to offer. Cinco de Mayo is the event where you can get to experience the history, cuisine and culture of Mexico. This two-day fiesta is free for one and all. Make sure you don’t miss it!

To explore the Old Town and enjoy Cinco de Mayo  and Chocolate Festival to the fullest, book your stay at the centrally located California Suites Hotel, one of the budget San Diego hotels, from where the Old Town and San Diego Botanic Garden are nearby. The hotel offers good services at the best hotel rates which are hard to find anywhere else. The hotel provides an extended complimentary breakfast, free parking, laundry service, large heated swimming pool and more.

California Suites Hotel is also an extended stay hotel San Diego which offers a home away from home kind of services, so that guest can enjoy apartment prices with hotel perks.

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Come Spring and San Diego plays host to some very energetic and colorful events and activities. With Easter around the corner, the people of San Diego and tourists who are planning a vacation to San Diego are looking forward to some great celebrations with chocolate making, egg decorating and egg hunting.

The mountains, beaches and canyons of San Diego anyways make the place a tourist’s delight with plenty to do. A serene and inexpensive visit to the Cabrillo National Monument, Mount Soledad or Mount Helix on Easter Sunday is enough to give you and your family a wonderful time out.

But is Easter complete without following the tradition? Leading hotels and restaurants are lining up a host of fun activities, ranging from chocolate and truffle making, to egg making classes and egg hunting sprees.

Diving enthusiasts and their families can have a great day out on Easter Egg Hunt near the Marine Canyon at the La Jolla Shores. Prizes will be given to the buddy teams that find the most eggs. While the divers head down to the water the younger attendees will be treated to a Children’s Easter Egg Hunt. Similarly, activities including an Easter egg hunt, the Easter bunny, jumpies, live entertainment, food and beverages including a beer garden, are going to take place on April 23 at San Diego Harley-Davidson, where admission is free.

And of course, Easter brings forth the best options for indulging yourself in some delicious brunch or dinner. Choose from some of the San Diego’s finest restaurants and book your table online – many of these establishments serve up special Easter brunch, lunch or dinner menus. In fact, right at the time of choosing an affordable San Diego accommodation for your Easter vacation, pick any one of the San Diego hotels which is centrally located at a convenient distance from the popular restaurants.

The San Diego Zoo is another great place to visit during Easter and Spring Break. Spring is the time when the Zoo gets new members with many animals giving birth and you can see some adorable baby animals in their infancy. To enjoy the thousands of butterflies flitting and floating around you in our tropical greenhouse exhibit, Hidden Jungle, reserve your rooms in a San Diego hotel which is located near the Zoo. This will let you spend maximum time on your favorite activities without wasting hours on commute.

Located just minutes away from the San Diego Zoo and some of San Diego’s finest restaurants, California Suites Hotel is a leading budget hotel in San Diego which is known for impeccable services and hospitable staff. You also get to enjoy a host of value added services such as free parking, extended complimentary breakfast, laundry services, Internet access, well equipped rooms with microwave, refrigerator, a large heated outdoor pool and more.

California Suites Hotel is also known as an affordable extended stay hotel San Diego which provides home away from home kind of services to the guests. In other words, you will have the best of both worlds – save money on accommodation with some great discounts and also save money on commute, thanks to the hotel’s great location.

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Time to watch some hula-hooping and feather-balancing as the exciting Circus Vargas – The Big One is back in San Diego to entertain the audience. The event which kicked off on 10th February will go on till 11th April, 2011 at various San Diego locations, including Del Mar Fairgrounds, Balboa Park, National City, El Cajon, and Vista.

Circus Vargas – The Big One is a huge draw for kids of all ages. If possible, come early to watch the free preview show and watch Jon Weiss and Laura Weiss, the well-renowned circus performers and hosts of the show, as they teach kids to hula-hoop and balance feather in the center ring and give a preview of how life is like under the Big Top. Circus Vargas is going to present an entirely new show for 2011 which include hula-hooping, juggling, feather-balancing, great music, great performers and more. Watch skilful acrobats and aerialists performing feats which are sure to leave you enthralled.

Besides, there will be colorful clowns which are sure to bring out a laugh. From March 24th to 28th, Circus Vargas will take place at the Del Mar fairgrounds, while the event will shift to Promenade Temecula from March 31st to April 11th, 2011.

Circus Vargas is an event where most talented performers come with presentations and performances which transcend all languages, age and culture. No wonder, Circus Vargas is a delight for both kids as well as adults. If you are planning a vacation in San Diego during March-April, make sure to take your kids to this colorful and exciting event. Your kids will surely love it!

As far as San Diego accommodation is concerned, reserve your rooms in an affordable San Diego vacation rental from where Del Mar Fairgrounds, Balboa Park, Promenade Temecula and other venues are nearby so that it is easier for you commute.

Located just15 minutes away from the San Diego International airport, California Suites Hotel is a leading budget hotel in San Diego which is known for impeccable services and hospitable staff. The hotel provides free parking, complimentary breakfast, laundry services, Internet access, well equipped rooms with microwave, refrigerator, a large heated outdoor pool and more. California Suites Hotel is also known as an affordable extended stay hotel San Diego which provides home away from home kind of services to the guests. In short, the hotel is convenient, comfortable and affordable!

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