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With beaches, theme parks, and historical
sites galore, there's always something to see and do in San Diego . The city expertly
caters to the interests of visitors young and old just about every attraction
can be enjoyed by the whole family. Take a camera along to capture the sights
only San Diego can offer. San Diego 's
beaches are legendary. With over seventy miles of coastline and terrain ranging
from flat stretches of sand to cliff-backed coves, it's easy to find a spot on
the beach perfect for whatever you want to do. Coronado
beach, situated steps away from the Pacific Terrace , is one of San Diego 's most
popular beaches. People around the world have identified it with California culture
since 1959, when it was featured in the Marilyn Monroe film, Some Like It Hot.
Today, Coronado is known for its family-friendly atmosphere and was recently recognized
as Best Weekend Getaway Beach by the Travel Channel. Be sure to stick around
Coronado until the end of the day the view of the sunset over the Pacific is
a sight not to be missed. If you're
looking for a more secluded beach, head to La Jolla Cove, near the Radisson La
Jolla . Situated between breathtaking sandstone cliffs and La Jolla 's upscale
shops and restaurants, the Cove's location is ideal. Snorkelers will love La Jolla
Cove its waters are so clear that you can often see up to thirty feet. Little
ones can visit the Children's Pool where youngsters wade in the water and marvel
at La Jolla Cove's colonies of Harbor seals. Water
sports enthusiasts will love Oceanside , near the La Costa Resort and Spa . Surfers,
swimmers and joggers flock to Oceanside 's four miles of idyllic coastline. Oceanside
Pier plays host to surfing and body-boarding contests during the summer months.
Just want to relax? Oceanside offers plenty of room for visitors to tan, stroll
or just marvel at the clear blue sea. San
Diego 's theme parks are some of the best in America . Legoland California , near
the Radisson Mission Valley , is a prime spot for parents with young children.
Visitors young and old marvel at elaborate Lego renditions of castles, dinosaurs
and other fantastic objects. Children love Legoland's rides, especially the mechanical
horses that twirl around the Royal Joust and the Dragon and Spellbound roller
coasters. Pint-sized drivers zoom around Miniland, a collection of cities constructed
entirely out of Lego blocks, in Lego-made cars. After a visit to Legoland, your
kids will never look at their building blocks the same way again. Sea
World is a mecca for marine-life lovers. Located close to the Hyatt Regency Islandia
, Sea World spans over one hundred tropically landscaped acres and is known as
one of the world's largest sea-themed amusement parks. Only here can you touch
and feed dolphins and stare into the eyes of polar bears. Many Sea World exhibits
are walk-through marine environments that animal lovers young and old will love.
In Shark Encounter, visitors travel down a clear acrylic tube that passes through
the 280,000 gallon shark habitat to come face-to-face with the creatures themselves.
For more thrills, hop on the Journey to Atlantis ride, where you'll rocket up
and down a roller coaster and meet-and-greet a party of dolphins. Take a seat
and watch Sea World's signature Shamu Show, where synchronized killer whales jump
and twist for their audience. Bring a towel or two there's virtually no way
to stay dry at San Diego 's exhilarating sea park. More-->> | 
