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Even though it is the second largest city in California, San Diego has a small town flavor. Nestled between the Pacific Ocean and the mountains, it offers visitors a wide variety of activities and places to visit. If you have 3-4 hours to spare, we recommend driving down from Los Angeles, or if you have a direct flight into San Diego, driving up the coast to take in a the view.

When you get to San Diego, make sure you visit the beaches (best time is between May and November), the renovated Gaslamp district, Old Town, and the island of Coronado. The downtown area near the convention center and the Marriott have really been turned around and there are lots of nice restaurants, shops, and bars to visit. If you go to the Gaslamp district, make sure you stop into one of the micro-breweries to taste the local brews. If you go to Old Town, try one of the Mexican restaurants - we like the Old Town Mexican Café y Cantina (619.297.4330).

As far as hotels are concerned we really like the Hotel del Coronado (800.468.3533). It's not cheap but it's a classic (opened in 1888) and if you have the money well worth at least one night's stay. Make sure you ask for a room in the original building because the newer buildings are just like any other hotel and not necessarily worth the price. The original building has a beautiful lobby (especially around Christmas) and balconies overlooking the beach. It is also rumored to have a ghost! The outdoor pool is 50 meters and heated so you can get a workout year-round.

If you decide to stay on Coronado, make sure you take a boat across the bay to downtown and also consider renting bicycles to tour the island. If you like airplanes keep your eyes open for jets landing at the Naval Air Station on North Island. We also like the Chart House restaurant for steaks and sea food (619.435.0155)

United, American, and other airlines fly to San Diego. There are also a number of commuter flights from Los Angeles. For additional information about San Diego visit San Diego Insider or contact the San Diego Convention and Visitors Bureau, 1200 3rd Avenue, Suite 824, San Diego, California 92109 Telephone: 619.232.3103.

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Royal Caribbean - Bahamas Getaway from $199 per person
Description:	Experience the beautiful ports of Nassau and Royal Caribbean's private island - CocoCay on a 3-night Weekend Getaway to the Bahamas. Absorb everything island life has to offer as you snorkel with the stingrays, parasail above the serene blue waters and walk the endless white sand beaches. From Miami.
Carnival - 4-Day Bahamas from $289 per person
Description:	Enjoy a wonderful 3 Day cruise to the fun-loving playground of Nassau, Bahamas. Discover Nassau, the capital city as well as the cultural, commercial and financial heart of the Bahamas. Meet the Atlantic Southern Stingrays, the guardians of Blackbeard's treasure.
NCL - Bermuda - 7 Day from $619 per person
Description:	What a charming little chain of islands. Walk on pink sand beaches. Swim and snorkel in turquoise seas. Take in the historical sights. They're stoically British and very quaint. Or explore the coral reefs. You can get to them by boat or propelled by fins. You pick. Freestyle Cruising doesn't tell you where to go or what to do. Sure, you can plan ahead, or decide once onboard. After all, it's your vacation. There are no deadlines or must do's.
Holland America - Canada/New England from From $799 per person
Description:	Visit top-rated ports like French-flavored Québec City and Celtic Halifax, take in Saguenay's majestic fjords, stroll along the stately Victorian homes of Charlottetown or partake in a tasty lobster bake in Bar Harbor. Holland America Line offers a new experience every day on a Canada & New England cruise.
Royal Caribbean - 7-Night Greek Isles from $939 per person
Description:	For centuries people have traveled to Europe to see magnificent ruins, art treasures and natural wonders. And the best way to do so is by cruise ship. Think of it - you pack and unpack only once. No wasted time searching for hotels and negotiating train stations. Instead, you arrive at romantic ports of call relaxed, refreshed and ready to take on the world.
Celebrity - 11 Day Europe from $1299 per person
Description:	Experience what cruising is really about in Celebrity's Europe. In Paris, enjoy the countless treasures of the Louvre Museum, then return to the luxury of your Celebrity suite - a masterpiece in itself. From your private veranda, begin your day with pastries and fresh fruit as the incredible city of Barcelona stretches out before you. From Northern Europe to the Mediterranean, explore lands rich in romance languages, classic architecture, food, art and music.
Royal Caribbean - 7-Night Western Caribbean from $899 per person
Description:	Relax surrounded by the white-sand beaches and beautiful turquoise waters of the most beautiful islands on earth. Beneath their tropical paradise settings, these islands are home to rich culture and complex histories. Explore archaic ruins, beaches, rain forests and many waterfalls. Spend a fun-filled afternoon at our floating Aqua Park in Labadee, a private destination available only to Royal Caribbean guests.