Ever heard of amazing German beers? Well, if you haven’t yet got the taste of German beers, then this is your chance to sip some at the upcoming Oktoberfest in San Diego.

San Diego dedicates the month of October to celebrate its German heritage just as it marks March as the month for celebrating St. Patrick’s Day and its Irish heritage. Organized by the German American Societies of San Diego, this traditional festival will be held in El Cajon in San Diego.

German cuisine is not just about beer and sausages. Germans like elaborate, well-prepared and well-served food. At Oktoberfest, you will find several diverse dishes to satisfy your taste buds such as sauerkraut, schweinsbraten, ox-on-the-spit, Labskaus, bratwurst, schnitzel, potato pancakes, potato salad, soups with cabbage and peas and of course, the famed German pastries and tarts made with fresh fruit in a wide variety.

Besides enjoying great food and beer, the fest also offers a great lineup of musical entertainment. A popular band from Bavaria named Guggenbach-Buam is set to perform at the Oktoberfest dressed in traditional clothing with a variety of German music.

You can do plenty of exciting things at this fest such as singing and dancing to the beats of polkas and waltz, watching German folk dance, participating in several games, competing in contests, taking kids to the Kids’ Zone, buying some nick-knacks from vendors and craft booths and so on. The admission fee for 21 years and older is $5 and if you are younger than 21, the entry is free.

This popular traditional festival will take place over the first two weekends of October. If you are planning to come on a vacation to San Diego between 1st and 10th October, make sure to attend this festival.

Although San Diego has plenty of hotels, it will be convenient for you to stay in a San Diego lodging from where El Cajon is nearby so that you don’t waste much time on commute.

Located just 15 minutes away from the San Diego International Airport, California Suites Hotel is one of the leading budget hotels in San Diego. Known for good services and hospitable staff, the hotel provides awesome discounts and great San Diego vacation deals and packages.

In October, do come to El Cajon and bring your whole family too, to experience a real German Oktoberfest.

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The upcoming San Diego Restaurant Week opens the floodgates to lip smacking delicacies at more than 180 of the best restaurants in the city. Both city residents and tourists wait for this week to try out an array of feasts at the best restaurants.

Considered as the largest and the most successful dining event in San Diego County, San Diego Restaurant Week was initiated to make San Diego a top destination for fine dining. Organized by the California Restaurant Association San Diego County, the San Diego Restaurant Week is held twice a year. It will flag off on 19 September and go up to 24 September, 2010.

You can pick a restaurant of your choice during the week and enjoy a three course menu there. There are no tickets, coupons or passes required. Best part of this week long festival is that you get to savor a three-course dinner for merely $20, $30 or $40 per person, depending upon the restaurant you choose. Where else can you get the chance to discover new restaurants all at one place and relish delicious meals at such a reasonable prices?

This gastronomic week also provides a great opportunity to food lovers when they can explore the new eateries as well as revisit the old favorites. However it is advisable to reserve tables at the restaurants in advance.

Starting from downtown San Diego’s Gaslamp Quarter to Old Town, La Jolla, Coronado, Del Mar and beyond, food lovers can treat themselves to delicious meals at various restaurants at several places throughout San Diego during the food festival. If you are visiting San Diego during this time, make sure you stay in a San Diego lodging from where all the above mentioned locations are nearby so that you save time on commute.

Located right in the middle of San Diego, California Suites Hotel is one of the leading budget hotels in San Diego which provides tempting discounts,and high value services to their visitors.

Ahead of other budget hotels in delivering the best to their clients, California Suites Hotel many other facilities such as complimentary breakfast, free parking, spa tub, safe deposit box, voice mail, Internet facility and lots more.

San Diego Restaurant Week is a sheer delight for foodies! Don’t miss it!

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Are you fond of racing? The San Diego Bayfair’s World Series of Powerboat Racing is back once again to celebrate the end of summer. This beach festival brings the fastest boats in the world right to the shores of Mission Beach. It is a great event to turn your boring weekend more adventurous by watching the breathtaking racing. Visiting monuments and sightseeing is a normal activity we all do on our San Diego vacation. But why not watch something which can turn the regular boring weekend into something adventurous?

For over 40 years, the World Series of Powerboat Racing is the largest annual family festival and is quite a favorite among race fans. This year more than 160,000 spectators are expected to attend the three day event which will take place from September 17 to 19, 2010. (more…)

As winter is approaching, the beautiful city of San Diego is getting brighter with a number of light festivals dotting its calendar. You can also bring a bit of light into your own life by enjoying these various light festivals. But you need to plan in advance to avoid the last minute rush for tickets and passes for these festivals. Even getting a room at some good budget hotels in San Diego can be problematic.

Of all the light festivals such as Del Mar Holiday of Lights, Wild Animal Park Festival of Lights, Knorr’s Candle Factory and Local Tree Lighting Events, the most popular one is the  Del Mar Holiday of Lights. With nearly 400 sparkling displays placed around the world famous Del Mar Racetrack, the Holiday of Lights is regarded as the largest animated drive-through light show on the West Coast.

Running from Thanksgiving Day to early January, the Holiday of Lights is a popular event where one can enjoy excellent light show and exhibitions highlighting the holiday spirit. Visitors can view the colorful and brightly lighted holiday creations from their vehicles while driving along a well maintained route through the Fairgrounds and around its racetrack. This is a great arrangement for those visiting the ground with kids as the temperature during the night can really go down.

The whole Del Mar Fairgrounds is decorated with thousands of Christmas lights arranged in various displays such as snowflake patters, garlands, lights strung in loops, national icons, Christmas trees, candy canes, snowmen, dinosaurs and a whole lot of stuff. And to brighten up the holiday mood, soft holiday music is also played there via the radio. Don’t worry if you miss the lighting arrangement in one shot, as you can take the drive as many times as you like.

Once you have come out the Del Mar Fairgrounds, you can head towards the Del Mar Plaza , an upscale marketplace with plenty of boutiques to explore and restaurants to try out various delicacies that would satisfy your taste buds. There is also a beautiful courtyard overlooking the city where one can relax with some hot drinks and snacks.

And with over 22,000 vehicles enjoying the light arrangement last year, the Holiday of Lights is definitely a popular event to enjoy during your trip to San Diego. So book your tickets NOW. Luckily, our California Suites Hotel is located quite nearby to Del Mar Fairgrounds. Regarded as a value price leader amongst budget hotels in San Diego, California Suites Hotel has everything to make your stay comfortable and memorable one.

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