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The hotel of choice for Sea World and San Diego Zoo vacations |
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The reason you're here is to see all the sights that make San Diego famous. Our hotel is perfectly situated just minutes from the great attractions, including Sea World Vacations, the San Diego Zoo, San Diego Wild Animal Park, the historic Old Town and Legoland. For a shopping adventure, Westfield’s Fashion Valley and Mission Valley Shopping Centers are just minutes away. |
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For MCRD Graduation information Click Here |
Click Here to purchase San Diego Attraction Tickets
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Discount Tickets for Sea World, San Diego Zoo, Wild Animal Park and Legoland available at the front desk |
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San Diego Area Key Attractions |
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MCRD Graduation Families |
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La Quinta Old Town /Airport welcomes the Marine Corp Recruiting Depot families and friends for this special and proud event. We understand and share your excitement about the MCRD San Diego marine graduation. We are one of the few hotels who have the pleasure of serving the MCRD friends and families or Marines each week. It is an honor to assist you and making sure that you don't miss any of the events. |
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SeaWorld Adventure Park San Diego, 2 Miles |
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As everyone knows, Shamu is Sea World's biggest star. But Sea World San Diego is so much more. Experience Journey to Atlantis, an exciting ride that lets you rush through uncharted waters where mysterious mists and unpredictable drops lurk around every turn. In addition to its thrilling rides and incredible entertainment, Sea World is dedicated to protecting and preserving the environment and all its wildlife. No trip to San Diego is complete without a visit to Sea World - young or old, all visitors leave smiling and (possibly) soggy. Save time and money by booking both your hotel rooms and sea world tickets together by clicking here and creating your own adventure. |
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World Famous San Diego Zoo, 3 Miles |
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Located in Balboa Park, which includes so many museums and other facilities it deserves a separate day of viewing, the San Diego Zoo is home to over 4000 animals of over 800 different species. Here you'll find all your favorites including the hands-on Children's Zoo, the Polar Bear Plunge, Tiger River and the creepy Reptile Mesa. Be sure to visit the Giant Pandas and the Rainforest Aviary, a huge bird-filled Asian jungle with waterfalls and lush tropical foliage. Save time and money by booking both your hotel rooms and sea world tickets together by clicking here and creating your own adventure. |
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Legoland California, 20 miles |
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A 128-acre park that contains 5,000 Lego models made up of more than 30 million Lego bricks. It also features more than 40 interactive exhibits, attractions, family rides and shows. Although Legoland's broadest appeal is to kids 12 and under, anyone with a young spirit will enjoy this San Diego theme park. Save time and money by booking both your hotel rooms and sea world tickets together by clicking here and creating your own adventure. |
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San Diego Wild Animal Park, 27.1 Miles |
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With over 2,000 acres of park areas to explore, the San Diego Wild Animal Park offers a more natural setting to view the animals, birds and fish than the conventional cages of a zoo. Take the 45-minute train ride and see giraffes and rhinos or stop at the petting zoo to allow the kids to pet and feed gentle deer and goats. The bird show is not to be missed and don't forget to pay special attention to the carefully labeled landscape plantings. Save time and money by booking both your hotel rooms and sea world tickets together by clicking here and creating your own adventure. |
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Surrounding Attractions & Landmarks |
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Old Town San Diego, 0.5 miles
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Gaslamp Quarter, 3 miles |
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San Diego Mission Basilica, 7.9 miles |
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Balboa Park, 5.1 Miles 3-D Film Experience: Dinosaurs Live! Birch Aquarium, 8.7 Miles Children's Museum/Museo De Los Ninos, 2.2 Miles Cabrillo National Monument, 4.7 Miles Del Mar Race Track / Fairgrounds, 15.9 Miles Flower Fields of Carlsbad, 26.9 Miles Seaport Village, 2.9 Miles Knott's Soak City U.S.A., 18.9 Miles Coronado, 8.9 Miles La Jolla, 10.3 Miles Tijuana, 19.5 Miles Golf |
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Upcoming Events |
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* * * * * * * * * * SEPT. 11 -- FIESTAS PATRIAS (Mexican Independence Day) -- commemorates the rich and diverse Mexican culture which was vital in the development of San Diego and California. This year is the 200th anniversary of Mexico's independence. The event will feature music, dancing, games, stage performers and family activities from 12:00 noon to 4:00 pm.
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SEPT. 18 -- FIESTA OF FLAVORS -- part of the Spirits of Mexico event, enjoy samples of delicious food from 14 of our finest restaurants, a Tequila Garden, live demonstrations that include the shaving of a piña (the heart of the agave where the tequila comes from) and non-stop entertainment. The Fiesta of Flavors (which includes the tasting and Everything Agave event is $25.00 per person and will be at the Cosmopolitan Hotel and Restaurant from 1 to 4 pm. The Fiesta of Flavors plus general admission to the Spirits of Mexico event (from 7-10 pm) is $65.00 per person. The Fiesta of Flavors plus VIP to Spirits of Mexico event (6-10pm) is $85.00. For more information, call (619) 291-4903.
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SEPT. 18 & 19 -- SPIRITS OF MEXICO -- Everything Agave will be held in the State Park. This event is the largest celebration of Agave Spirits in the U.S. and will feature World Class Tequilas, Mezcals, Infused Delicacies, Calpulli Mexihca Dancers, Gutierrez Family Andalusians (horses), Master Distillers, Authors, Aficionados, Mixology Demonstrations and more! Sponsored by the Fiesta de Reyes, if you would like to participate in the Fiesta of Flavors or be a participant of this premiere event (still in the planning stages), contact Mary Prewitt at the Fiesta de Reyes (619) 297-3100 #22 and then mark your calendars and plan to attend.
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OCTOBER 8, 9 & 10 -- SANTA FE MARKET AT BAZAAR DEL MUNDO -- This yearly Santa Fe Market brings the best of the Southwest to San Diego. Featuring southwestern inspired art, jewelry and crafts, artists travel from New Mexico and Arizona to meet, demonstrate and display their wares. Local Latin Jazz musician Ricardo Felix will provide entertainment. Enjoy the colorful arts, crafts and cultures of Native Americans and the American Southwest when it returns for its annual 23rd year at the beautiful Bazaar del Mundo. Fri. & Sat. from 10:00 am to 8:00 pm and Sunday from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm. For more information, call (619) 296-3161 or visit them at www.bazaardelmundo.com
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OCTOBER 9 & 10 -- ART FEST -- A Community Celebration of Art & Culture is coming around again this year. If you would like to participate in the planning or just participate at the vendor level . . . contact Richard at the Chamber (619) 291-4903
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OCTOBER 9, 16 & 23 -- FOLKLORICO COMPETITION -- Occupying 2+ stages, this Southern California competition will be like the American Idol of Folklorico Dance in Old Town. Combine this with Mariachi music and other activities and you will be scheduled for a blast into our rich cultural past!
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OCTOBER 19 -- "CHAMBER NIGHTS" -- This Old Town Chamber mixer is a great opportunity to catch up on the gossip and meet your neighbors. Find out how they're doing and what's going on. Lots of great hors d'oeuvres and no host bar. From 5:30 to 7:30 at Fiesta de Reyes in the Old Town State Historic Park. Please email your reservation to the chamber at otsd@aol.com
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OCTOBER 30 -- MOVIE NIGHT UNDER THE STARS -- Get in the ghoulish mood with a free spooky movie night hosted by Fiesta de Reyes in the State Park. Bring lawn chairs, blankets and your bravest face and enjoy a family-friendly spooky movie under the stars.
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OCTOBER 31 -- HALLOWEEN -- Trick or treat with ghosts and goblins out in full force. Enjoy special holiday treats, activities and extended shopping hours in Old Town State Park.
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NOVEMBER 6 -- DIA DE LOS MUERTOS -- Commemorate the "Day of the Dead" with a traditional celebration featuring dancers and live performances that culminates the previous three-week Folklorico competition.
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NOVEMBER 6 -- EARLY SAN DIEGO REGIONAL HISTORY CONFERENCE -- This interesting annual conference will give attendees an opportunity to learn about "El Pueblo Perdido: The Lost Heritage of Early San Diego". It will be held on the Old Town Cultural School campus on Conde Street from 8:30 to 4:00 pm. If you'd like more information, contact Angela Garcia-Sims at (619) 423-7248.
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NOVEMBER 13 -- IRISH MEXICAN DAY -- A celebration of two cultures that came together during the Mexican-American war of 1848. This day honors the St. Patrick's Brigade, an artillery unit led by Irish immigrants and was one of the Mexican Army's most highly decorated brigades of that war. The day will include lots of live music, good food and lots of fun! Hosted by the Fiesta de Reyes in the State Historic Park. |
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San Diego Chargers Schedule REGULAR SEASON opponent time tv SUN. SEP. 19 JACKSONVILLE JAGUARS 1:15 pm CBS Click Here for more information |
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San Diego Sports Arena / I-Pay One Center September 17 - Disney Live - Mickey's Magic Show October 1 - Carrie Underwood October 6 - Mickey & Minnie's Magical Journey October 15 - Shakira October 21 - LA Lakers vs. Golden State Warriors October 30 - Justin Bieber |
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Balboa Park
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San Diego Gaslamp Quarters 9/19/10 – 9/24/10 - San Diego Restaurant Week Extraordinary 3 course menus from San Diego's best restaurants. Experience cuisine that delights your palate and defines the art of dining in San Diego. Choose from over 180 of the city's best restaurants and enjoy a three-course dinner for $20, $30 or $40 per person, depending on the restaurant. Now is your chance to discover new restaurants and enjoy all your favorites at a discounted price! |
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Old Town Saturday Market |
