Lots of interesting events keep taking place in San Diego throughout the year. Here are some of the events which will take place in the month of February:

Nations of San Diego International Dance Festival

Are you fond of dancing? Then do attend the Nations of San Diego International Dance Festival. It is going to take place from 10^th to 12^th February, 2012 at the Coronado High Performing Arts Center in Coronado. Over 150 talented dancers and musicians from all over the world will participate in the event. You can check out around 18 traditional performances from different countries such as Sahar Dance Company from Middle East, World Music Odissi Dance Academy from India, Bollywood Tranz from India, Flamenco Arana from Spain,Blue Ming Chinese Dance Company from China and more. If you are really inclined towards dancing, don’t miss this event.

Mexican Modern Painting

Are you inclined towards paintings and arts and crafts? Then Mexican Modern Painting exhibition is a must for you. Set to take place till 19^th February, 2012 at the San Diego Museum of Art in Balboa Park, this exhibition showcases paintings from the renowned Andres Blaisten Collection during the period of 1907 and 1962. You can check out the works of various artists such as Maria Izquierdo, David Alfaro and more.

So if you are planning to come to San Diego, make sure to choose a good affordable San Diego hotel and book your rooms in advance.

California Suites Hotel is the leading budget hotel in San Diego which offers unbeatable rates for all the its facilities to make guests feel at home. Enjoy the heated outdoor swimming pool and spa tub, continental breakfast, laundry facilities and well furnished rooms equipped with microwave, Internet access, refrigerator and more.

From the California Suites Hotel, various other top hotspots are nearby. This will make it easy for you to commute to the venue.

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Are you fond of football bowl games? 7 days from today will be an action-packed day as the much-awaited Poinsettia Bowl will take place on 21st December at 5 p.m. at the Qualcomm Stadium in San Diego. On this day, the TCU Horned Frogs from the Mountain West Conference will clash head to head against the Western Athletic Conference (WAC), Louisiana Tech Bulldogs. Louisiana Tech Bulldogs will be making their first bowl appearance since 2008.

Presented by the San Diego County Credit Union, the Poinsettia Bowl is taking place for the seventh year in a row. The game will be telecast on ESPN. But what is the fun of watching it on television? Instead be a part of the madness, cheer your team and have fun. The event will kick off with a parade of marching bands, and children from the Make-a-Wish Foundation will sing the national anthem.

Tailgating at the Poinsettia Bowl is an option you can try out. But keep in mind that tailgating is allowed only in the area you are parked in. Come a few hours early before the games start. Being early gives you the chance to catch up with other fans and enjoy a good time. Beer is served in the stadium. You can go hoarse cheering for your favorite players and enjoy your drinks too!

You can reach Qualcomm Stadium either by bus, trolley or drive your own car. Getting parking at the stadium can be a bit tedious. Try to reach as early as possible. You can buy tickets from the official website of Poinsettia Bowl.

As mentioned before, getting parking can be a difficult at the stadium. To avoid heavy traffic and parking hassles, stay in a San Diego lodging from where Qualcomm Stadium is nearby.

California Suites Hotel is a leading budget San Diego hotel which is centrally located in San Diego. Most of the tourist hotspots such as beaches, Balboa Park, Gaslamp Quarter, Old Town, Seaport Village and including Qualcomm Stadium are nearby. Convenient location of the hotel will save you time and help avoid parking hassles of the New Year peak tourist season.

Approved by AAA, California Suites Hotel provides excellent services to make the stay of the guests comfortable such as continental breakfast, heated outdoor spa and pool, high speed Internet, cable with HBO, free parking, 24-hour front desk, safe deposit box and more.

Both are strong teams and the match between the two is expected to be something to watch out for. Don’t miss this evening of fun on your San Diego vacation! Besides, $1 out of each ticket sold will be donated to the Make-A-Wish Foundation. So this event combines fun and charity both.

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The SeaWorld’s Christmas Celebration is one of the biggest draws of San Diego’s festive season.

If you have been on a San Diego vacation before, you must have seen the Sea World and the antics of the famed Shamu. However during the time of Christmas, the razzmatazz and charm of Sea World acquire a much more festive flavour.

The SeaWorld’s Christmas Celebration starts in November and the celebrations will continue till the last day of the year i.e. 31st December, 2011. Till 11th December, you can attend the event on weekends whereas from 17th December to 31st December, 2011, the shows will take place daily.

Once there, you can enjoy LIVE shows under the stars, meet with Santa, watch silly antics of dogs, cats, and birds in Christmas Tails show, do some ice skating with your kids, and share some funny moments with sealions. And of course do not forget to watch Shamu’s Christmas show which includes music, Christmas carolers, Live singers and saxophonist. The Shamu show converts into some kind of winter wonderland with Christmas trees and decorations.

Besides you can also experience the wonders of The Polar Express 4-D show which is about a  young boy who boards a train to the North Pole, and realizes how the wonders of life never disappear if you believe in them. If you come to attend the SeaWorld’s Christmas Celebration, DO NOT miss this 4D show at any cost!

Since plenty of tourists land in San Diego for the Christmas and New Year celebrations, it is recommended that you choose your hotel in San Diego very carefully. First of all, make sure that the hotel provides good facilities. Besides, several San Diego accommodations are providing attractive San Diego vacation packages and discounts around this time, so pick a hotel which gives you good discounts.

Another factor which most tourists overlook is the location of the hotel. Ideally, your San Diego lodging should be centrally based so that you can commute to various destinations by reducing the likelihood of traffic congestions.

California Suites Hotel is a San Diego hotel which is strategically located and from where Sea world, Balboa Park, beaches and shopping areas are nearby. So you get to save time and avoid the New Year’s traffic jams.

AAA approved, California Suites Hotel offers fine services and facilities including heated outdoor spa and pool, breakfast, cable with HBO, high speed Internet, free parking, 24-hour front desk, safe deposit box and more. In short, California Suites Hotel provides the best value in San Diego.

Holiday spirit/cheer is in air. Attend the SeaWorld’s Christmas Celebration to make your festive season even more interesting.

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The pleasant weather of San Diego and its colorful attractions make for a great Christmas holiday spot. This year, a new Christmas-related event ‘A Christmas Tabernacle’ is all set to liven up the festive season in San Diego.

As the name suggests, A Christmas Tabernacle is all about spending a good time you’re your family and friends, having fun and soaking in the spirit of Christmas. This three day Christmas festival will take place from 16th to 18th December, 2011 at the NTC Liberty Station in Point Loma.

Imagine Christmas trees, spectacular lighting, strolling carolers, music and the falling snow! A delightful sight, no doubt! The venue of A Christmas Tabernacle will turn into some kind of winter wonderland. Since San Diego has everything but one thing it doesn’t have is snow. But at A Christmas Tabernacle, visitors won’t miss the falling snow on Christmas.

A Christmas Tabernacle promises something for all age groups. You can take your kids to the Fune Zone area where children can enjoy carnival games and inflatables. A Christmas Tabernacle is not only for kids. Adults too can have lots of fun. Bring out the child within you and chill out with your children and friends.

Watch the engrossing puppet theater, check out Santa’s Village with its live reindeers, enjoy delicious food at the food court, listen to story readers and groove at the Christmas concerts and musical performances. And there is more fun lined up with Christmas-themed plays and skits, nativity scene, interactive workshops, and other fun activities.

During Christmas, San Diego will receive plenty of tourists. So make sure to do your bookings in advance. Reserve your rooms preferably in a San Diego lodging from where NTC Liberty Station and other attractions such as beaches and shopping centers are nearby.

Regarded as a Value Price leader amongst budget San Diego hotels, California Suites Hotel is located right in the heart of San Diego. From the hotel, you can commute conveniently to all major tourist spots including NTC Liberty Station and enjoy such colorful event to the maximum without worrying about parking or traffic jams.

California Suites Hotel provides fine services at affordable prices. From Internet access, complimentary breakfast, large warm open swimming pool, to free parking. California Suites Hotel has everything to make your stay comfortable and memorable one.

As mentioned above, this is the first time, A Christmas Tabernacle is taking place and promises to be a lot of fun. Don’t miss it on your San Diego vacation!

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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…)

Shark Week is one of the most popular events in San Diego attracting thousands of visitors in a week. As the name suggests, Shark Week is dedicated to sharks. To be held at the Birch Aquarium at Scripps at La Jolla, the Shark Week will run from July 17 to July 23.
The famous Birch Aquarium is home to more than 10 species of sharks. Once you are at the Birch Aquarium you can get up close and personal with different species of sharks including leopard sharks, brown banded bamboo sharks, wobbegongs, whitetip and blacktip reef sharks, Port Jackson sharks and more. You can watch the videos of the sharks in the wild or go on a shark scavenger hunt.

Shark Week at the Birch Aquarium allows you a one-of-a-kind experience of close encounters with sharks, which you can’t expect anywhere else on land! You can touch swell shark pups and docile horn. And don’t forget to get yourself photographed with a white shark.

If you are planning your California family vacations in July, do make it a point to bring your kids to the Shark Week. This 7-day long program educates visitors about these powerful creatures.

Sharks are usually portrayed as dangerous species which kill their vulnerable preys indiscriminately. However this is an unfortunate myth associated with sharks. The researchers at the Scripps do a great job in educating visitors on how sharks are important to marine life, how they can be just as vulnerable and why there is a growing need to protect their declining population.

In order to best enjoy the activities and all the fun at the Shark Week, you should stay at a San Diego lodging from where you can commute easily to the Birch Aquarium in La Jolla.  There are several San Diego accommodations which provide nice San Diego packages and California vacation packages. Talking about best budget motels and hotels, California Suites Hotel offers fine quality services at competitive prices. It is located 15 minute away from the San Diego International Airport, and other attractions such as the Sea World and the Zoo and of course, the sun kissed beaches of San Diego.

San Diego attracts a heavy inflow of tourists during this season, so book your rooms in advance. And don’t forget to include Shark week at Birch Aquarium in your itinerary on your San Diego vacation.

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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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A trip to the Wave House in San Diego, transports you right into the hub of the Colorful youth culture of this enchanting city. Wave House is a unique entertainment and bar and restaurant complex where commuters can enjoy walking barefoot on the sand under the azure sky.

At the Wave House Athletic Club, you can enjoy a ride at the famous FlowRider Wave which rumbles as much as 100,000 gallons of water as fast as 30 MPH, creating waves as big as 10 feet for you to enjoy. The best part is that you get to see the awesome power of the ocean in an area which is just about the size of a living room.

The fun doesn’t stop here. There is also this Olympics-sized swimming pool for you to enjoy free swims and games. This is the place for non-stop live music and DJs, food and drinks and the sights and sensations of the happening lifestyle of California. With three restaurants, multiple bars, and a jam-packed event schedule, there can be no better place to get the feel of a rocking beach party, especially for tourists who are on a San Diego vacation.

Plus, the Wave House is also in the same area as the historical Belmont Park. Where you can also enjoy the Giant Dipper roller coaster during your San Diego vacation.

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