The beautiful Torrey Pines golf course at La Jolla in San Diego will bring you one of the finest and most watched tournaments in the PGA Tour, officially marking the beginning of the season. This year, the prestigious golf tournament is sponsored by the Farmers Insurance group. The 2010 Farmers Insurance Open golf tournament will kick off on January 25th , 2010 and will go on till the 31st of January. This tournament brings together some of the best golfers in the nation for a week of golf and entertainment. Please note that the first day of the event on 25th January is free for everyone. So please take care to get there early to get the best view. Don’t forget to book your San Diego accommodation in advance with us so that you do not have to go hotel hunting at the last minute.

The sponsor, Farmers Insurance have their headquarters in southern California and is a subsidiary of Swiss-based Zurich Financial Services, which is the title sponsor of the PGA Tour stop in New Orleans. The tournament which dates back to 1952 was known as the Buick Invitational Golf tournament since 1992 and the automaker sponsored the game every year till 2009. Last year, Buick filed for bankruptcy and ended its sponsorship when a U.S. bankruptcy court ordered Buick’s parent company, General Motors, to stop sponsoring PGA tournaments.

The event is being organized by the Century Club of San Diego and tickets with their logo should be enough to gain admission to the greens. Last year, Nick Watney rallied from five shots back to capture his second career PGA Tour title here. This year too the tournament will have its share of entertainment for a week and be sure to reserve your San Diego accommodation as soon as possible.

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Three times Best Military Air Show award winner from the International Council of Air Shows (ICAS), the MCAS Miramar Air Show is back again this year. And it promises to be even better this time. With the buzz that has already been made regarding the major attractions of the upcoming MCAS Miramar Air Show, booking for tickets and passes has begun in full swing.  Air show enthusiasts have started hunting for a good and affordable San Diego accommodation to stay in during that time and booking their rooms in advance to beat the last minute rush.

What attracts aviation aficionados to the MCAS Miramar Air Show from all across the world is the magnificent display of various types of aircraft at one place. Right from former biplanes to the latest technology of stealth fighter jets, you get to witness a lot here. And how can one forget about the Marine Air and Ground Task Force (MAGTF) who use this platform for combat demonstration of their skills.

The MCAS Miramar air show will take place from the 2nd to the 4th of October. With theme “A Salute to Teamwork”, this year the air show is dedicated to people who are the heart and soul of Marine Aviation and the inventory of aircraft they fly and maintain.

More than 200 hands-on static display exhibits at the show will focus on the civilian and military aviation technology. The other main attraction of the show is the special Twilight Show featuring the Great Wall of Fire and a Fireworks Grand Finale.  More than 100 aircraft are on the ground and open for exploration for the general public. But the real excitement will be high above in the sky when the top-of-the-line military aircraft will hold the crowds spellbound with their great movements and supersonic flybys.

This year the excitement is very high as for the first time the Canadian military Jet Demonstration Team, Snowbirds will be performing here with the world-famous U. S. Navy Blue Angels. The other flying teams who will be ruling the sky with their thrilling performances are the Patriots Jet Demonstration Team, the Marine Air-Ground Task Force (MAGTF) demo, the Marine Corps AV-8B Harrier, Air Force F-16 and the Navy’s F-18 E/F Super Hornet!

To enjoy the amazing aerial performances of both military and civilian aviators you need to reach the Marine Corps Air Station at Miramar as early as possible to get the best seat. And if you are coming from outside San Diego, you need to book a good San Diego lodging in advance. With Californian Suites Hotel, the value price leader amongst premium San Diego accommodation, you can be assured of superior services at budget prices.

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Have you planned a trip to San Diego with shopping and dining on your agenda? For such travelers no other place in San Diego can match up to what the Seaport Village has to offer.

Spread across 14 acres with 75 shops, four popular restaurants and unique roadside eateries, Seaport Village is one of the main attractions in downtown San Diego. Check out some affordable San Diego accommodation and then plan your itinerary accordingly.

Located by the beautiful San Diego Bay, just next to the San Diego Convention Center, Seaport Village gives a glimpse into what a village must have looked like some 100 years back.

Right from pizza, sweets, burgers, sandwiches and snacks to the special delicacies of different cuisines from across the globe, here you can have almost anything to eat under the sun. Here shoppers can buy collectibles, clothing, jewelry and souvenirs to take back home the memories of their visit here. You must also visit the Wyland Gallery which showcases California’s foremost marine artists.

If you prefer, take a walk along the waterfront. The fantastic views of Coronado Island and the Coronado Bridge from here will keep you busy for a while. Or you can go to the musical concerts organized here for tourists. You can find many strolling musicians in this area practicing their music under the open sky.

The most visited site at the Seaport Village is the 1890’s Looff Carousel and its fanciful steeds. People of all age groups love to take a ride here on the jumping and standing horses, goats and even dogs. In fact no trip to Seaport Village is complete without a ride on it.

Seaport Village has pleasures for the whole family and it is not to be missed, that’s for sure! Take your time to visit this place to make a memory that remains fresh for years. And you won’t have to look far for a comfortable and affordable San Diego accommodation from where commuting to the Seaport Village is easy. California Suites Hotel is at your service!

Rocking nightlife, tanned bodies, bars, restaurants and lots of adventure; that’s Pacific Beach for you!

Nestled between La Jolla in the north and Mission Beach in the south, Pacific Beach enjoys immense popularity with youngsters in San Diego. Fondly called ‘PB’ by local residents here, Pacific Beach has the most rocking nightlife of all the beaches in San Diego.

With a chain of clubs, beachside bars, pubs, dance spots and lounges, Pacific Beach offers a heady concoction of fun and entertainment to make you forget your worries and just soak yourself in the merriment.

At the Pacific Beach, there is no dearth of bars and clubs buzzing with activity and where you can hang out with the cool crowd and rock the night away. Hanging out at the coffee house is popular pastime here. Have your favorite drink, chat up even with strangers and enjoy the amazing artwork at the cafes.

If you had had enough of drinking and partying, check out the great sporting options here. You can play beach volleyball, or go rollerblading, surfing, or simply stroll along the P.B. boardwalk. It is one of the best pleasures of Pacific Beach.

And finally, can one do without shopping? Well, Pacific Beach won’t leave you disappointed. Check out the shopping district at the beach side which is full of clothing stores, salons, and retail stores. You can browse and shop for some wonderful stuff here.

If you want to enjoy Pacific Beach and its wonderful nightlife as much as you can during your San Diego vacation, stay in a good lodging in San Diego that is near the beach so that you can commute easily.

Our hotel, California Suites Hotel, is located near the Pacific beach and other sun-kissed beaches and world famous attractions of San Diego. Moreover we also provide unbeatable discounts which would make your San Diego accommodation easy on your pocket especially in these days of a market downturn. Our discounts are aimed at ensuring that you have a wonderful time in San Diego with all the premium facilities of a luxury hotel at amazingly affordable prices.

Come to San Diego’s Pacific Beach and enjoy what life has to offer, minus the worries!

Flanked by the San Diego Bay on the one side and the Pacific Ocean on the other, the City of Coronado is home to sprawling beaches and awesome tourist attractions.

Of all its scenic golden beaches, the Coronado Beach located on the ocean side of Coronado Island is a perfect beach to spend an entire day sunbathing under a bright big umbrella and watching the orange sun go down across the horizon.

With its widest expanse of sand, Coronado Beach has plenty of space for kids and adults to play ball, fly a kite, build sand castles or simply stroll or run around on the sand. The Beach is an ideal place for those who prefer water sports such as swimming, tide pool exploration, surfing, fishing or sailing.

For those who prefer to stay out of the water, Coronado Beach offers plenty of other activities. You can bike, rollerblade, fly kites flying, play beach volleyball or shop. And whenever you are hungry, indulge yourself in a variety of delicious foods available at the nearby shops.

Lifeguards are present all the year around on the Coronado beach. There are restrooms and showers and there is also an off-leash area where pets are allowed.

With no Entry and Parking fees, the place is busy all the year around.  As getting  free parking can be quite challenging at times, it is better to arrive early to get the best spot. Moreover, while visiting the Coronado Beach, be sure to take out time to visit some outstanding parks nearby such as Glorietta Bay Park and Spreckels Park which are popular with the kids.

During peak season, getting a good lodging in San Diego can be tough. Besides, to enjoy the beaches fully, go for an accommodation which is nearby.

Coronado Beach is just a short car trip across the San Diego Bay Bridge from downtown San Diego which is very near to our California Suites Hotel. We are always at your service to provide you with the best and most affordable accommodation in San Diego. We would say, book your rooms with us as early as possible to beat the rush.