Winter In San Diego: Fun & Affordable Things To Do

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Winter In San Diego Fun Affordable Things To
Do
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There is more to do in San Diego this winter than
go to theme parks and football games (e.g. The
Poinsettia Bowl or the Holiday Bowl). A few more
affordable venues in the area have activities for
people of ages to enjoy during the season.
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Whale Watching in Point Loma
Instead of watching the holiday lights this
Christmas, take in the sights of the breeding
whales on the shores of Point Loma, or take a
whale-watching trip from one of the several
boating companies like San Diego Whale Watch for
a closer view of these majestic mammals.
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Visit Balboa Park
Both indoor and outdoor entertainment choices
await visitors at the nations largest urban
cultural park, Balboa Park, home to the
world-famous San Diego Zoo, fifteen museums, and
numerous performing arts venues and amusements
(e.g. the Miniature Railroad, San Diego Youth
Symphony). With so many attractions available,
nearby hotels offer discounts at the parks many
businesses.
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Chinese New Year Celebration
On Valentines Day weekend, enjoy a cultural
experience at the 34th Annual 2016 San Diego
Chinese New Year Food and Cultural Fair in
Downtown San Diego. Taste authentic Chinese
cuisine, watch the parade and listen to
storytellers and musicians perform. The event is
open from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. each day, and
admission is free to the public.
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Ocean Beach Farmers Market
For a midweek outing on the seaside, take a
stroll to the Ocean Beach Farmers Market. This
venue offers more than fresh-farmed produce, but
live music, hot food of various kinds (e.g.
Caribbean, Mexican), and homemade arts and
crafts. Located on the Newport Avenue, the event
is open every Wednesday afternoon from 4 p.m. to
7 p.m. during the winter months.
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Gaslamp Holiday Pet Parade
If a unique holiday experience is what visitors
are seeking, visit the Gaslamp Quarter are for
the annual Holiday Pet Parade during the second
week of December. The parade is free to the
public, but the participation fee is discounted
for pet owners who donate needed supplies to PAWS
San Diego donation sites.
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Anza- Borrego Desert State Park
For a getaway from the city scene and beachfront
activities, a drive to nearby Julian, California
to the Anza-Borrego Desert State Park is in
order. This 600,000-acre natural wonder (the
largest in the state) is home to one of the
worlds biggest populations of Bighorn sheep
(over 250), over 80 species of birds, and
thousands of wildflower varieties. The park also
hosts many events, including a monthly stargazing
show at the amphitheater.
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Holiday Parades and Light Display
San Diego is full of holiday celebrations and
events during the month of December, including
parades, festivals, and light displays in Mission
Bay, Coronado, Old Town, Escondido, Seaport
Village, Carlsbad, La Jolla, La Mesa, San Diego
Bay, and Chula Vista. Visiting San Diego in the
winter is not only fun-filled but relatively easy
on the pocketbook. Most airlines have
super-discount and last-minute fares for travel
on certain dates and times, and San Diego hotels
have holiday rates and packages for
accommodations. As with any vacation, planning
ahead is always advisable.
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