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San Diego

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.

  • Most wineries in Temecula operate gift shops that stock unusual cookbooks, entertaining supplies, and home decor items. Additionally, many have delis where you can find picnic food to accompany that bottle of wine you just bought.

  • A 1,200-lb (544-kg) piece of limestone is sculpted into an Indian woman.

  • The founding of the aircraft industry, spurred by the presence of Ryan Aviation and Convair, gave San Diego an enduring industrial base. After Pearl Harbor, the headquarters of the Pacific Fleet moved here. The harbor was enlarged, and hospitals, camps, and housing transformed the city’s landscape.

  • The gunman (see Louis Bank of Commerce) owned saloons and gambling halls in the Gaslamp Quarter.

  • Old photo reprints from Earp’s Dodge City and Tombstone gunfighter days and a number of biographies tell the story of Stingaree’s most infamous resident.

  • You can’t miss this hotel’s green silhouette of hexagonal glass towers. Amenities include ergonomic work chairs and high-speed Internet access. The Convention Center is within walking distance.

  • Here’s where you’ll find the latest in home decor, dinnerware, and glassware. Step around sofas and beds to check out the accessories.

  • Great coffee, pastries, and a wide selection of vegetarian dishes make this cozy café a good choice for a shopping break at the Cedros Design Center.

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