The annual musical extravaganza of San Diego is back again this year and is attracting music lovers from around the world to assemble in the picturesque location of La Jolla. Music aficionados converge to share, present, discuss and explore new world-class compositions and musical innovations at this fest every year.

The La Jolla Music Society’s SummerFest 2009 is being held from July 31st to August 23rd at different venues in the city. The nationally reputed music festival will feature over 70 renowned music artists and ensembles from around the world performing in 13 concerts with rich classical compositions. And don’t forget to book affordable San Diego vacation rentals in advance because all roads will lead to San Diego once the event commences at the end of this month.

The La Jolla Music Society in its present avatar was established in 1968 with the aim of promoting the finest classical music and encouraging musicians from around the world. Over the years, it has evolved as one of the major presenters of classical music in the West and a hot destination for music lovers from across the world who flock to San Diego to participate in this musical extravaganza.

Since its commencement in 1986, the SummerFest has been host to more than 600 renowned artists as well as ensembles and nearly a quarter of a million audiences at different venues in San Diego and over the airwaves nationwide.

This year, the La Jolla Music Society’s SummerFest 2009 will be featuring celebrated artists from Baroque to Mendelssohn and the Romantics. The performers include Menahem Pressler, Mark O’Connor, Andreas Haefliger and Michael York, and other such renowned artists. Don’t miss the much awaited SummerFest Gala which will witness a magical celebration of “A Midsummer Night”, on August 14th at the Robert Paine Scripps Forum in the amazing ocean-front Scripps Institution of Oceanography.

SummerFest will also be offering an array of free Enrichment Activities including Coaching Workshops with the performing artists. Plus music aficionados will have a wonderful opportunity to witness Open Rehearsals and see performances take shape as musicians confront the challenge of orchestral compositions. And if you are passionate about new innovations in complex chamber music, don’t miss the Encounters, as it unfolds to take music to a whole new level. Grab the rare opportunity of soaking in classical music in all its beauty by participating in the host of free activities packed in the fest.

Come and join in the infectiously lively spirit of music lovers in this splendid show. To avoid the last minute rush, book your accommodation at economical San Diego vacation rentals offered by California Suites Hotel, San Diego’s Value Price Leader. Remember, the Piano Extravaganza on the opening night of July 31st at MCASD Sherwood Auditorium is not to be missed!

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For aficionados of comics, comic characters, and the arts allied with the world of comics, the Comic Con International is a must attend convention. The Comic Con International is attended by comic professionals wanting to connect with their fans, buyers looking to purchase some comic material, fans wishing to meet their favorite comic creators, and those who aspire to be comic creators in future.

Scheduled to be held on July 23-26, 2009 in San Diego, the event is attracting heavy bookings. This is an event that must be attended with your family friends and especially when you have small kids. So, pack your bags for San Diego now and book the tickets in advance. And don’t forget to book rooms at an affordable San Diego lodging.

As the Comic Con International is the largest pop-culture convention in the world, you are sure to have the time of your life with your kids here. What began as a simple comic book convention is now also into video games, movies, television and many other areas. Comic lovers can buy comics and other related merchandise and mingle with comic book creators. And this is the place for you to see Hollywood celebrities, get noticed, party, and participate in the largest geek fest.

The San Diego Comic Con International has other attractions also for the visitors such as Comic Book Panels, the Masquerade and more. There are costume contests and portfolio reviews for aspiring artists, gaming, film festivals, art shows, art auctions, sketches exhibitions and plenty of shopping opportunities for comic related items. And one must not forget that the Comic Con International also hosts the Oscars of the comic book world, The Eisner Awards.

The Comic Con International has grown by leaps and bounds, both in attendance and coverage and it is truly a fun-filled exciting jamboree for comic book lovers.
Plan a San Diego vacation and don’t forget to mark a visit to The Comic Con International convention in your itinerary. California Suites Hotel offers affordable San Diego lodging with easy access to the main venue the San Diego Convention Center, where the Comic Con International is scheduled to take place. Come and enjoy a memorable San Diego vacation. Make your room reservations now!

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