The races begin near Sea World and the Ingraham Street bridge, head North along Mission Bay for 2000 meters and finish at Crown Points Shores.

4,000 athletes from more than 100 universities, clubs and high school programs from across the United States will participate in this premier rowing event in San Diego on 31^st March and 1^st April, 2012. The Crew Classic has long been the marquee regatta for rowing and was established in 1973. For many rowers, the Crew Classic is the highlight of their competitive rowing careers and a competition for future Olympians, as well as for those new to the sport. Ranging in age from 14 to 84, rowers compete each year in over 100 races in various divisions. The master level (over age 21) is the fastest growing segment of the sport. Many master rowers are novice rowers, while others are reliving their college and club experiences.

In addition to the outstanding racing, the San Diego Crew Classic offers a festival atmosphere with music, a trade show and alumni tents. In addition, this year, two new events are being added. The Brew & Crew Fest on Ski Beach featuring 20 different beer stations presented by Karl Strauss and KPRI. The event is priced at $40 per 3 hour session with 10 tasters included. Also there will be the new Family Festival area which will cater to families looking for an affordable day on the bay with a kids zone and artist booths. A massive Jumbotron is located adjacent to the merchandise and alumni areas for a perfect view of the races, including the starts which are 2000 meters away. The finish line is opposite the giant Stewards Enclosure tent for all to see along Crown Point Shores.

Location
Crown Point Shores on Mission Bay

Race Course
The races begin near Sea World and the Ingraham Street bridge, head North along Mission Bay for 2000 meters and finish at Crown Points Shores.

San Diego receives a large number of visitors in March and April. Make sure to get your hotel bookings done in advance. Choose a San Diego hotel which offers good services at affordable prices. California Suites Hotel is a Value Price leader among hotels in San Diego which offers 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 Mission Bay, Sea World and other tourist destinations are nearby.

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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Is music the food for your soul? Do you find Jazz music invigorating? Then come to the Town & Country Resort Hotel & Convention Center, San Diego, to attend the Dixieland Jazz Festival from 23rd to 27th November, 2011.

Dixieland Jazz Festival is extremely popular for Jazz lovers around the world. World renowned musician will land in San Diego in November to enthrall guests with soulful music and some dance. You can take in the sounds of traditional Jazz, Dixieland jazz and swing style music. In other words, Dixieland Jazz Festival has got a wide variety of Jazz music to soothe everyone’s ears. There will be concert rooms or large auditoriums with double dance floors where you can jive to great music. Besides there will be smaller rooms where you can enjoy music in a peaceful, private setting.

More than 15 bands will perform at the event. You can listen to various musicians and bands such as Dixie express jazz band, Dave Bennett quartet, Heliotrope ragtime orchestra, Katie cavera, Tex wyndham, Yerba buena stompers, Stephanie trick and more.

Almost all the bands performing at the jazz festival will offer recordings for sale. Go, grab a copy of your favorite artists’ recordings and festival souvenirs as well. Light snacks and drink will be available at the Convention Center and smoking is not allowed at the event.

Since this Jazz festival lasts for 5 days, consider a San Diego accommodation from where Town and Country Resort and Convention Center is nearby so you can commute easily.
Surrounded by beautiful tropical plants and flowers, California Suites Hotel is one of leading budget hotels in San Diego which offer good services at competitive rates.

Rooms come equipped with Queen or King size beds, microwave, refrigerator and more. Besides California Suites Hotel is centrally located so most of the tourist destinations including Town and Country Resort and Convention Center is nearby. California Suites Hotel is also providing good San Diego vacation packages and discounts in the coming festive months of November and December. So check out the site for details.

For more than 25 years, music lovers come to San Diego to experience the joy of traditional Jazz music. It is 5 days of pure entertainment and blissful music with incredible musicians. After all Dixieland Jazz Festival is not called ‘the crown jewel of jazz festivals’ by the die-hard Jazz fans just like that. Therefore do not miss it on your San Diego vacation!

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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!

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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The 27th Annual CityFest is back with a bang and this time it is bigger and grander. The CityFest 2011 is scheduled to take place on 14th August, 2011, Sunday in the casual, hip and friendly neighborhood of Hillcrest along the 5th and University Avenue.

Considered as one of the largest street fairs in the San Diego city, the Hillcrest’ Cityfest 2011 is a celebration of community spirit. This event is a perfect day to spend some time with friends and have fun. So many exciting activities will take place on this one day event from 12 pm to 8 pm that you will left wondering where to be and what to miss.

Listen to LIVE music, enjoy dancing, devour mouth-watering food, participate in exciting games and activities, enjoy your mug of beer in the beer garden, buy souvenirs from over 250 vendors, watch face-painting and lantern-making and check out arts and crafts. This year, the CityFest is expected to receive more than 150,000 visitors. So don’t miss the chance to be a part of this wonderful celebration on your San Diego vacation.

Since nobody wants to waste much time on commuting while vacationing, go for a San Diego hotel from where Hillcrest is nearby. Considered as one of the leading budget hotels in San Diego, California Suites Hotel is located in the middle of San Diego city from where not only Hillcrest but Old Town, beaches, Little Italy and various other attractions are nearby so that makes it easy for guests to commute.

Known for its best prices and fine services, the hotel offers complementary breakfast, safe deposit box, laundry facilities, spa tub, and Internet access. So do your reservations in advance and don’t forget to include this wonderful event in your itinerary.

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Get ready all you music lovers! The much-awaited and very popular annual music festival, the X-Fest is going to take place at the at Cricket Wireless Amphitheater in Chula Vista, San Diego on 16th July, 2011.

Produced by LiveNation and presented by 91X, the X-Fest 2011 summer festival concert attracts a large number of music aficionados. So whether you are into heavy metal, hard rock, grunge or alternative rock; the X-Fest has something for everyone. This year promises to be a whole lot of exiting and fun for music lovers. An incredible and eclectic mix of artists are going to perform at the happening concert such as Iration, Incubus, Graffiti6, Middle Class Rut, Brother UK, Bush, Face to Face and more.

That’s not all. You can also help introduce your favorite X-fest band at the summer festival. 91X’S X-FEST 2011 is an amazing platform for musicians and bands to showcase their talent and perform in front of more than 12,000 fans. So if are planning to come on a San Diego vacation in July, do make sure to check out this electrifying event. It will be so much fun to listen to some great music and chill out with friends and other music lovers.

Considering San Diego receives plenty of tourists in July, it would make sense to book your rooms in a good San Diego hotel in advance. Located hardly 15 minutes away from the San Diego International Airport, the California Suites Hotel is one of the leading budget hotels in San Diego which is known to provide impeccable services at affordable prices. Besides all major tourists destinations such as beaches, Gaslamp Quarter and even Chula Vista is hardly a stone throw away from the hotel.

Apart from the convenient location, the USP of the hotel are the services that it provides. There is a large warm swimming pool, complimentary breakfast, Internet facility, safe deposit box, laundry facilities and lots more.

So what are you waiting for? Get set to groove to the eclectic mix of rock music!!

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Are you fond of baseball? For any sports enthusiast, the month of May in the San Diego promises a whole lot of action as the people’s favorite San Diego Padres matches are all set to rock the city.

Founded in 1969, the San Diego Padres are a Major League Baseball team. Having won the National League Pennant twice once in 1984 and the other in 1998, the San Diego Padres or popularly known as the “Pads”, have become quite a favorite of baseball lovers. Several people have been inducted into the San Diego Padres Team Hall of Fame which include Randy Jones, Dave Winfield, Nate Colbert, Buzzie Bavasi, Tony Gwynn, Jerry Coleman, and others.

This year the San Diego Padres will take on different teams. You can catch all the action at the PETCO PARK where the San Diego Padres will compete against Milwaukee Brewers on 18th and 19th May and will take on the Seattle Mariners from 20th to 22nd May 2011. And from 23rd to 25th May, the Padres will be seen playing against St. Louis Cardinals. That’s not all. In case you can’t watch the matches in May, don’t be disheartened.  The month of June too is packed with the exciting matches as the San Diego Padres will take on various teams such as Houston Astros, Colorado Rockies, Washington Nationals, Atlanta Braves and Kansas City Royals.

So what are you waiting for? Pack your bags and head for San Diego. There is a lot of difference in watching the match on television and experiencing all the action and frenzy LIVE.

As far as accommodation is concerned, you don’t have to worry as there are plenty of hotels in San Diego which offer good services at affordable prices. Located in the middle of San Diego is the charming California Suites Hotel which is a great value price leader budget San Diego hotel known for providing fine services at best rates possible. The hotel offers complimentary breakfast, large heated outdoor swimming pool, laundry facilities, Internet access and more. In short, the hotel is convenient, comfortable and affordable.

Besides, due to the central location of the hotel, PETCO PARK and all major attractions including the Gaslamp Quarter and Old Town are nearby. The convenient location helps all sport enthusiasts to save time on commuting and reach the PETCO PARK in time to catch all the action.

In case you are looking for longer  stay in order to watch all the matches, you can enjoy an extended stay at California Suites Hotel which is also known as a great budget extended stay hotel San Diego. The hotel offers home away from home kind of services and charges according to the weekly or monthly rates. Enjoy apartment prices with hotel perks.

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Are you passionate about the club-and-ball sport, better known as golf? Then you shouldn’t miss the forthcoming Farmers Insurance Open 2011 in San Diego.

The Farmers Insurance Open will take place from 24th to 30th January, 2011 at the picturesque Torrey Pines Golf Course in La Jolla, San Diego. The Farmers Insurance Open originated as the San Diego Open in 1952.

Between 1952 and 1953, the golf tournament was played at the San Diego Country Club in Chula Vista, California. Later, the event was played at different locations such as Mission Valley Country Club in San Diego, Singing Hills Country Club in El Cajon, Rancho Bernardo Country Club in San Diego, and finally it moved to the charming Torrey Pines Golf Course in La Jolla in 1968. Since then, this popular golf tournament is played here at the expansive greens of the Torrey Pines Golf Course.

If you happen to be on a San Diego vacation during this time, make sure to attend this golf tournament. The tournament also attracted fame with singer-actor Andy Williams playing celebrity host of the tournament from 1968 to 1988. Golf as a sport is one of the best way of releasing stress and watching this game is just as enjoyable.

The popular tournament is now known as the Farmers Insurance Open as it is sponsored by the Farmers Insurance Group. Prior to this, from 1992 to 2009, the tournament was named Buick Invitational, sponsored by the auto giant.

This golf tournament has had several winners and champions to its credit ranging from Tiger woods, who won Buick Invitational four times, Ben Crane, Phil Mickelson, Arnold Palmer, Nick Watney, John Daly, Jack Nicklaus, Davis Love, Tommy Bolt, Gary Player, Billy Casper among other golf stalwarts.

Torrey Pines Golf Course is a beautiful golf course which overlooks the Pacific Ocean in the alluring La Jolla. Make sure that you spare a day to watch some golf action and enjoy nature as well. To save time on commuting, stay in a San Diego hotel from where La Jolla is nearby.

Located hardly 15 minutes away from the San Diego International Airport,the California Suites Hotel is one of the leading budget hotels in San Diego which offers fine accommodation at affordable prices which include spacious rooms, Internet access, complementary breakfast, laundry facilities, free parking and many more.

Besides the hotel offers good discounts from time to time to the San Diego visitors. Make it a point to include a trip to the Farmers Insurance Open at the Torrey pines Golf Course in La Jolla, in your San Diego vacation.

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