Breathtaking Blue Whale Watching

San Diego offers some of the best whale watching in the world.

During winters between late December and March, whale watching is quite common as grey whales migrate to the warm water lagoons of Baja California. However in the past 4-5 years, the Summer Blue Whale Migration has allowed us to spot these mammals during the warm summer months and fall period too.

Come and spot the giant blue whales as they migrate to the waters off Newport Beach and make Southern California waters their home. The blue whale is more than 90 feet long and weighs around 170 tonnes. No wonder, it is the largest creature on earth. Along with blue whales you can also get to view finback whales (the second largest whale), humpback whales, minke whales, sea lions and dolphins.

Till the beginning of 20th century, blue whales were found in abundance. However, they were on the verge of extinction due to hunt expeditions. But with the efforts of international community, blue whale sightings have increased. In the summer of 2012, more than a thousand of blue and finback whales were spotted.

The sheer size of the whales is hard to imagine. During the summers, many whale watching cruises are available. One of the whale watching cruises is offered by Newport Landing Whale Watching.

So take a break and plan a vacation to San Diego and don’t miss out on a whale watching cruise.

Some of the things that you need to carry on your whale watching trip are:

• Sunglasses with UV protection
• Camera to capture beautiful creatures
• Binoculars
• Jacket because summer or winter it can get chilly as you leave the shore

Don’t forget to book a San Diego accommodation in advance during the busy summer.

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 provides good services at affordable prices. The best part is that California Suites Hotel is centrally located. Needless to say, most of the beaches, Balboa Park, shopping centers, and other major attractions are a short distance away.

Our facilities include continental breakfast, large warm swimming pool, cable with HBO, wireless internet access, free parking, safe deposit box, laundry facilities and more.

Picture Courtesy:  Newportwhales.com

All set for an affordable family vacation package in San Diego?But have you decided what all you would need in San Diego?

Here is a list of important items to bring along on your vacation to San Diego.

• San Diego normally remains warm. So don’t forget to carry sun screen lotion to prevent sunburn and tanning. And sunglasses are a must in San Diego.
• Keep binoculars handy, especially if you’re in town during whale-watching season from December to March.
• While the weather is great in San Diego; evenings get cold, even in summer, so carry along a light sweater or a jacket.
• Bring along comfortable walking shoes for sightseeing and lots of walking on the stunning beaches.
  
• San Diego has miles and miles of amazing beaches. Carry your camera, lots of film rolls, and extra batteries to take wonderful pictures. While traveling put your undeveloped film in your carry-on baggage, as the x-rays of screening equipments for checked luggage can damage undeveloped film.
• No matter which place you are headed to, always carry your medications in your carryon bag in case of some emergency.
• Although San Diego has lots to offer to children but if your kids still insist, let them bring their own backpack of toys and books.
  
• Don’t forget to carry along your charger to keep your cell phone alive.

Planning ahead will greatly reduce the chances of you forgetting any key items. One good travel packing tip is to jot down items that you have to carry along and keep it close to the suitcase you are filling. And have all your bookings for hotels or rentals in San Diego confirmed on the net in order to avoid any trouble later on.

History is a misty blend of facts and myths; some romantic, some brutal; some recorded, some existing in memories; some talked about only in whispers, some bragged about at every opportunity.

History is a log of every passing moment!

History has it, that change is the only constant. People change tastes, personalities, appearances and attitudes, places bloom from little towns into bustling cities…and the cycle of change moves on.

However some places manage to keep their pristine identity and cultural heritage intact through historic monuments, museums and natural wonders while warmly absorbing the crosswinds of modernism and change.

San Diego is one such place.

This stunningly beautiful city can take equal pride in being called the top biotech cluster in the US as also in its distinction as the first landing spot in California for Portuguese navigational explorer Juan Rodriguez Cabrillo.

Cabrillo, the first European to touch Californian soil at San Diego Bay, is remembered with reverence in the Cabrillo National Monument created in his memory.

More evidence to history and modernity living cheek-by-jowl in San Diego can be found in its being home to companies offering next generation solutions in biotechnology and wireless cellular technology, as well as being home to the Star of India – the world’s oldest active sailing ship parked in San Diego Maritime Museum.

If that is not enough, take a stroll in Balboa Park during the day soaking in the rich history and art works in several museums like Museum of Man, the San Diego Museum of Art etc. and in the night go for unadulterated revelry at Gaslamp Quarters.

There is more to San Diego than just beaches, zoo or amusement parks. Many traces of Californian history still remain here that are a delight for people who like to discover how life used to be back in those times.

California Suites Hotel is located barely 15 minutes away from all the major tourist attractions of San Diego. With our hard-to-resist competitive rates, fully-equipped AC rooms surrounded by lush gardens, complementary breakfast and impeccable service, we are the first choice for people looking for affordable accommodation packages in San Diego.

A family vacation in San Diego gives you your money’s worth since there is something for everyone here – historical heritage for the lovers of art and history, white sandy beaches for the fun loving, a world famous zoo, Sea World and amusement parks for the kids and what have you.

So why not give your family and kids a little more than a typical family vacation and let them discover the real moorings of San Diego. Make your reservations now!

So you are planning an affordable family vacation with your kids. But don’t know where to go? After all not all places offer equal entertaining opportunities to both adults and children. And kids wouldn’t want to spend all their time simply sun-bathing, would they? Its best to look for family vacation packages where you can club in some affordable lodging, a memorable beach vacation along with some really awesome sight-seeing.

Among the places which are a cool destination for families is San Diego, especially for children. With lots of public parks, museums, several beautiful sandy beaches, and a pleasant weather throughout the year, San Diego has so much to offer to children. Plus,
San Diego motels and hotels offer family vacation packages to suit every kind of pocket.

• The world-famous San Diego Zoo has two parks in San Diego: one located in Balboa Park is a traditional Zoo, and the other is Wild Animal Park located north of the city. Spare one full day to explore the zoo.
• Sea World is home to the killer whale named Shamu and dozens of other stunning marine animals. Watch Shamu and her buddies perform. I am sure your kids would love it.
• Check out Belmont Park, an amusement park at the Mission Beach boardwalk. It features two major landmarks: the Plunge and the Giant Dipper. Give your kids the ride of their lives at Giant Dipper or take them for a swim at the giant indoor swimming pool at the Plunge.
• Your kids can go for roller-skating or roller-blading. The busy skating spots like Mission Bay or Mission Beach draw a large number of young crowds. Mission Bay also has space for kite flying.
• Balboa Park is a lot more than a zoo. Its home to the Children’s Museum, and the Fleet Science Center.
• The Park, Lego Land, north of San Diego features lots of things made of the Lego blocks. It’s a good place to hang out for smaller children.
• San Diego has dozens of amazing beaches. You can rent boogie boards, surfboards, or even a bicycle for your kids.
• If your kids are interested in history, then take them to old town. It is full of traditional Mexican restaurants and shops.
• If your kids are inclined towards science, then Mount Palomar Observatory is the place to check out.

There is a lot to see in San Diego . When planning a trip for the entire family. Rest assured, San Diego has something for both adults and children alike. You can check out online the hotels which provide family vacation packages. It’s best if you check into a San Diego motel or a hotel which is near by to all these attractions, so that you and your kids don’t waste much time in commuting.