Links to San Diego Sites
Click on the links below to learn more about San Diego and some of the places we will visit.
Crowne Plaza San Diego
Set amidst tropical palms and lush, inviting gardens, the Crowne Plaza San Diego's intimate atrium setting is the perfect place for your stay in the heart of San Diego. The Crowne Plaza San Diego is conveniently located in Mission Valley, close to all the city's finest attractions.
With a fresh look and upgraded amenities, the new Crowne Plaza is the ideal backdrop for your vacation, weekend getaway, business meeting, wedding and reception or social event... large or small, formal or casual. We invite you to take a few minutes to explore and discover all the facilities awaiting you at San Diego's new Crowne Plaza.
Riverwalk Golf Club
Steeped in a rich tradition of golf legends past, Riverwalk Golf Club offers a classic golfing experience like no other. Formerly known as the Stardust Country Club, the course entertained a myriad of golf's legends while hosting the PGA tour during the 50s and 60s. Now, golfers will once again be treated to the challenge and drama of the original course at the newly reborn Riverwalk.
What was once flat now features undulating fairways, waterfalls and well-protected bentgrass greens. Water comes into play on 13 of the 27 holes with a spectacular waterfall surrounding the green of the signature hole. The San Diego River is a prominent feature of the layout, contributing to the beauty and challenge of the course.
Sea World - San Diego
Shamu and friends invite everyone to share the wonder, delight and joy of SeaWorld’s Holiday Celebration. With special holiday-themed animal shows, an ice skating rink, Santa and more, the marine-life park is the place to be this Christmas season. SeaWorld’s Holiday Celebration runs Nov. 27–29, Dec. 5–6, Dec. 12–13 and Dec. 19–31, 2009.
Only SeaWorld can offer this kind of unique yuletide experience: Shamu and friends celebrate Christmas with “Shamu’s Holiday Night”; a new seasonal movie at the park’s 4-D theater is sure to inspire children and adults alike to believe in Santa; SeaWorld’s prankster- loving pinnipeds (California sea lions and a Pacific walrus) have a hilarious holiday time in “Clyde and Seamore’s Night Before Christmas”; a new ice skating rink will provide festive fun for the whole family; and the nightly lighting of Southern California’s largest Christmas tree, SeaWorld’s 320-foot Holiday Tree of Lights, is sure to put SeaWorld guests in the spirit of the season.
San Diego - Mission Beach
Official page of the beach we will visit on the first day of the trip.
San Diego Webcams
A directory of live web cams located in San Diego.
Olympian High School
The band will have "mass band rehearsal" before the Holiday Bowl at this location.
Historic Old Town San Diego
Step back in time into a colorful world of fun and entertainment in beautiful Historic Old Town San Diego, the Birthplace of California where the first Europeans settled. Around every corner there is more history waiting for you. The finest in professional theatre, artisans, galleries and shops are all within easy walking distance with free live entertainment, mariachis, dancers, period attire docents providing tours and more.
San Diego Harbor & Seaport Village
On your trip to San Diego you can be assured of two things: the weather will be amazing and you'll discover lots to do at Seaport Village.
Come explore 50-plus diverse shops, 17 unique eateries and outdoor entertainment and find everything under the sun.
San Diego Zoo
The World Famous San Diego Zoo in Balboa Park, San Diego, California is one of the largest and most progressive zoos in the world with over 4,000 animals of more than 800 species.
It is also one of the few zoos in the world that houses the giant panda. It is privately operated by the nonprofit Zoological Society of San Diego on 100 acres of parkland leased from the City of San Diego,
and ownership of all animals, equipment and other assets rests with the City of San Diego.
Disneyland
Disneyland is located in Anaheim, California, owned and operated by the Walt Disney Parks and Resorts division of The Walt Disney Company. It was dedicated with a press preview on July 17, 1955, and opened to the general public July 18, 1955.
Disneyland holds the distinction of being the only theme park to be designed, built, opened, and operated by Walt Disney himself.
Disney California Adventure Park
Immerse yourself in a magical festival of shows, parades and attractions celebrating California's storied past and exciting future. From the gold rush to Hollywood's golden era to the timeless allure of the beach, discover the vast and diverse Golden State.
Downtown Disney
Visit the Downtown Disney® District — a lively promenade featuring unique shopping and dining, as well as exciting nighttime entertainment. Located just outside the Theme Parks and adjacent to the Disneyland® Resort hotels, the Downtown Disney® District offers something for everyone from early morning until late at night.
Holiday Bowl Parade
This exciting family event brings together world-class marching bands, magnificent floats, entertaining drill teams, and a procession of enormous balloons-more than any other parade!
Over 100,000 street-side spectators will enjoy the parade along with a nationwide television audience.
Holiday Bowl Game
The 2009 Pacific Life Holiday Bowl will feature the runner-up in the Pac-10 Conference against the third selection from the Big 12 Conference.
The 32nd annual game will air nationally on ESPN and will also be broadcast on ESPN Radio Network. The Halftime Show features world-class pageantry, marching bands and an unbelievable fireworks display that you have to see to believe!
