Create Warm Winter Memories in Sunny San Diego
Whether you are tired of typical winter weather, looking to start a new holiday tradition or simply need a break, San Diego offers winter travelers a metropolitan city combined with the natural beauty and outdoor activity of southern California for an adventurous vacation that is sure to both warm and liven your family’s holiday. From flying planes to strolling along the beaches of Mexico, read on for a few ideas on how to make this holiday season one that truly stands out!
Beginning the last week of December, the San Diego Whale Watch cruise allows you to take to the Pacific Ocean and experience one of nature’s largest creatures in their natural habitat. California gray whales will be the star of the cruise, though they are far from the only sight you will encounter as dolphins and sea lions are also known to frequent the waters surrounding the San Diego Harbor. From simply witnessing amazing sights to learning a little about the California gray whale, the San Diego Whale Watch can definitely impart meaningful holiday memories on your family.
Learn to Fly Discovery Flight 60 Minute Flight
Those looking for full-throttle adventure will be hard pressed to find an activity better suited than the Learn to Fly Discovery Flight 60 Minute Flight. This unique adventure tour gives you a crash course on flying a plane before actually allowing you the opportunity to take to the skies with a certified pilot and gain first-hand experience controlling a Varga VG-21. Even if you’ve never flown in a plane, let alone controlled one, this is a safe experience that can provide lifetime memories for one and all.
If you would like epic memories without the thrills a visit to Rosarito Beach, Mexico may be a better suited recommendation. Along this tour, you will travel down the Pacific Coast and through Tijuana, soaking in cultural and natural sights, before having the opportunity to relax along Rosarito Beach. Whether you choose to spend your time exploring the local resort, browsing the arts & crafts market, or simply lounging in the sand, you are sure to find a tropical twist that can offer refreshing memories.
San Diego is a Vacation Playground for all ages
San Diego is an attractive vacation location that offers fun for all ages with a myriad of activities to please the entire family. From the world renowned San Diego Zoo, to the giant playground that is Legoland, to a quick excursion into Mexico, the family can experience so many different kinds of fun. San Diego is a booming city with a picturesque harbor, the world’s busiest border crossing, and a dizzying array of entertaining things to do all within a short distance. Children of all ages will marvel at the city’s natural beauty, the pleasant climate and the endless list of area attractions.
The San Diego Zoo is widely regarded as one of the greatest zoos on earth. With over eight hundred species of animals displayed in natural and aesthetically pleasing exhibits is it any wonder? You can visit a giant panda research station, follow the monkey trails, or wander through a tropical rain forest aviary. If you still have any energy left after that you can head to the reptile mesa to search for the elusive komodo dragon, or go watch a polar bear plunge into a refreshing pool of cold water. No matter what your favorite animal is, you are sure to find it making the San Diego Zoo its home.
If you are trying to build your vacation around family friendly activities, be sure not to overlook LEGOLAND California. You can view architectural masterpieces made out of LEGOs, including the White House, The US Capitol and even the New York City skyline, which you can view via a boat tour that will take you up close to a replica of the Statue of Liberty. LEGOLAND also offers thrilling rides and live shows. So bring your family and a truckload of imagination and enjoy reliving your childhood in LEGOLAND California.
No trip to San Diego would be complete without a trip across the border into Mexico. Why not take the whole day and take a coastal tour that runs through Tijuana, Rosarito Beach, and into the Mexican city of Ensenada. You can see the filming location for “Pirates of the Caribbean”, enjoy authentic Mexican food and sip on a complimentary Margarita, as you experience the best of Baja scenery and Mexican culture. Make a trip across the border part of your vacation experience.
