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Blessed by a sunny climate that never varies ten degrees from moderate and a splendid setting along the Pacific Ocean, San Diegans can well boast they live the California Dream. Although non-stop outdoor recreation, a vibrant downtown, and world-class attractions keep the city’s spirit young, its heart lies in its Spanish beginnings as the birthplace of California.
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Four architects responsible for San Diego’s look collaborated on this civic landmark. What began as a Spanish-Colonial design evolved into a more “Moderne” 1930s style with intricate Spanish tile work and plaster moldings on the tower.
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Animals, rides, food, and music.
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The Gulls play in the West Coast Hockey League.
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At this official boutique, the Harley Davidson logo is embla-zoned on everything, including T-shirts, shot glasses, key chains, and kids clothes.
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If you’re interested in the history of San Diego, including haunted locations and biographies of various characters, this museum offers one of the best collections of local history books (see San Diego Historical Society Museum).
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No matter where you are in San Diego, look up and you’ll see a jet soaring dramatically past the downtown high-rises on its final approach to Lindbergh Field (see Lindbergh Field) as locals call the airport. A 100 years ago, this area was a muddy wasteland that proved to be an ideal spot for budding inventors and pilots to try out their latest machines. In 1927, Ryan Aviation (see World War II) designed, produced, and tested on the beach the Spirit of St. Louis, the historic plane that Charles Lindbergh piloted solo across the Atlantic.
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This museum pays tribute to the men and ships that so influenced the history and life of San Diego. Fascinating permanent and temporary exhibitions educate and entertain, while anchored ships can be boarded and explored.
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Most rooms at this busy hotel are set up with worktables and high-speed Internet. The marina and waterfall swimming pool make great distractions.
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At this hotel, a business center and accommodating staff attract a regular business clientele. Take advantage of the swimming pool, fitness room, tennis courts, and jogging trail.
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Merchandise reflects special exhibits. Wonderful art books, children’s books, jewelry, purses, flower pressing kits, and Tibetan chests are for sale. A garden shop sells garden ornaments and bonsai kits (see San Diego Museum of Art).
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Hotel price categories
For a standard double room per night (with breakfast if included), taxes and extra charges.
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