Carnival rides, concerts, bizarre yet delicious food, special events and so much more make up the San Diego County Fair. All set to take place from 10th June to 4th July 2011 at the Del Mar Fairgrounds, this hugely popular fair is expected to attract more than a million visitors this year. (The fair will be closed for the three Mondays between except on the 4th of July.)

It is a wholly family-driven event. Check out the concerts of Switchfoot, Neon Trees and other artists. Take part in the fun and exciting pie eating contest, check out skateboarding demonstrations and many more such activities that let you have a great time on a San Diego family vacation. On 4th of July, you can look forward to see some patriotic contests, parade, and dazzling fireworks.

And yes, how can one forget the mind blowing variety of food offerings that one gets to sample at the San Diego County Fair? You can try out as many food offerings as you like because the delicacies available here can’t be found anywhere else. In fact, food is one of the major reasons people come to visit this fair.

Now sample these totally fried avocados, deep fried pop tart with strawberries, deep fried cheese curds, deep fried Mexican ice cream, four pound belly buster burger, cheese on a stick, deep fried brownie, chocolate covered bacon. Apart from casual dining, the fair also provides options for formal dining as well.

And don’t forget to take a ride on the San Diego County Fair Ferris Wheel. The bird’s eye view from this giant wheel overlooking the Pacific is just magnificent. The San Diego County Fair promises a whole lot of fun and entertainment that you would like to visit it again and again. So if you are planning your San Diego vacation between 10th June and 4th July, better not miss this fair.

There are several good hotels in San Diego which offer commendable services at affordable prices. One such hotel known for offering fine services at best of the rates available is the California Suites Hotel. This San Diego hotel provides complimentary breakfast, laundry facilities, large warm outdoor swimming pool, Internet facility and much more.

Another USP of the California Suites Hotel is its location, from where Del mar, Balboa Park, Gaslamp Quarter, La Jolla, Old Town, beaches and other attractions are nearby. So that saves a lot of time and money for the guests.

From time to time, the hotel keeps offering handsome discounts to the visitors. Keep checking this San Diego hotel’s website for the latest discounts being offered.

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