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2nd largest city in California

8th
largest city in the U.S.

1.3 million
population

Average year-round temperature: 64F

Median home: $575,000

70 miles
of public beaches

25
major shopping venues

92
golf courses

Balboa Park, the largest urban cultural park in the U.S.

Mission Bay, the largest aquatic recreational area in the world

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Attractions


SeaWorldSeaWorld
Where else can you experience the all new Shamu show “Believe,” touch and feed dolphins, count the teeth on a shark and come face-to-face with a polar bear? SeaWorld San Diego – it doesn’t get any closer than this.
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San Diego ZooWorld Famous San Diego Zoo

Visit the Zoo and meet some of the rarest, eldest and most exotic creatures on earth. Journey into the depths of Monkey Trails and Forest Tales, swing by the Children’s Zoo and visit our amazing habitats.
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Wild Animal ParkSan Diego Wild Animal Park
A sister property of the Zoo, the San Diego Wild Animal Park is located approximately 30 miles from downtown and is a 1,800 acre wildlife preserve and natural habitat for herds of African and Asian animals.
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Old Town TroleyOld Town Trolley Tours
Enjoy the award-winning sightseeing tours of the City of San Diego and Coronado aboard an Old Town Trolley. Tour at your own pace with their unique on and off service to eight stops including Old Town, The Embarcadero, Seaport Village, Horton Plaza, Gaslamp Quarter, Coronado, the San Diego Zoo and Balboa Park Museums.
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MidwaySan Diego Aircraft Carrier Museum – USS Midway

Take a tour of the 47-year old odyssey that spanned the end of World War II and Desert Storm, and odyssey in which more than 225,000 Americans took part. Located downtown in San Diego at Navy Pier, Midway provides a dynamic and enriching experience "from boiler to bridge." A visit to Midway instills a greater appreciation for courage, freedom, and service to country.
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HornblowerHornblower Cruises & Events
Get ready to enjoy the sights and sounds of the magnificent San Diego bay as you choose from one of Hornblower’s harbor cruises, dining cruises or even a San Diego whale watching adventure!
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Miramar Speed CircuitMiramar Speed Circuit

Miramar Speed Circuit offers its guests an impressive ¼ mile technical road course. The karts, which can travel up to 40 miles per hour, are made by SODI and are equipped with Honda 6.5 BHP engines. The facility also has video games, pool and ice hockey.




Big Bay Balloon ParadeBig Bay Balloon Parade presented by SDCCU
As always, 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.

BGABowl Games of America
Bowl Games of America presents the Pacific Life Holiday Bowl Marching Band Festival.

 


GOLF

BaronaBarona Creek Golf Club
Blending beautifully with the natural landscape of San Diego's rolling foothills, Barona Creek Golf Club, 5th best public-access course in California and 5th best resort golf course in California by Golfweek, offers one of California’s most inviting golf experiences. But don’t let the gorgeous setting lull you from focus on your game, because this challenging course is as tough as the rugged terrain that surrounds it.

SycuanSycuan Resort
Sycuan Resort and Casino boasts some of the best golf in Southern California. With two championship 18 hole courses, and a fun 18 hole par 3 course, Sycuan offers something for every golfer from beginner to expert. The courses are always lush and perfectly maintained, and the beautiful setting makes for an easy escape away from the real world.

Stadium GolfStadium Golf Center
Stadium Golf Center & Batting Cages is San Diego’s premiere practice facility since 1995. Located Just North of Qualcomm Stadium off the 15 Freeway & The Aero Drive Exit.

Morgan RunMorgan Run
Morgan Run Resort & Club is a premiere private club, boutique resort and conference center located in San Diego’s most affluent community, Rancho Santa Fe. Set amidst majestic hills and embraced by perfect weather, this prestigious area, and its surrounding community, is heralded as a most exclusive spot for travel and recreation. Located just three miles from Del Mar and the Pacific Ocean and half an hour from downtown San Diego, Morgan Run is the perfect destination for any traveler.
HOTELS

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RESTAURANTS

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ChipotleChipotle
Chipotle Mexican Grill is known for its gourmet take on burritos, tacos and salads and its “food with integrity” mantra, which speaks to the company’s dedication to maintaining its position as the country’s leading restaurant purchaser of naturally raised meats and serving organically raised produce and beans.


Oggi's PizzaOggi’s Pizza & Brewing Company
Oggi’s Pizza & Brewing Co. is a sports themed family restaurant with a wide variety of menu items, full service dining, many TV’s, and some of the best micro-brewed beer there is to offer. We also offer prompt delivery and online ordering for your convenience.

DaKinesDa Kine's Plate Lunches
Dakines provides the best tasting Hawaiian dinners and lunches. You'll find Hawaiian license plates and surfboards on the walls, "Aloha Maid" Guava Nectar, and island food. Although the kalua pig here isn't cooked in an imu - a hole in the ground - it sure tastes like the real thing.

 

BrigantineBrigantine
When the Brigantine first opened, we were best known for our fresh swordfish. We bought the fish directly from the boats. Throughout the years, we've added more seafood to our menu. Today, we have many signature items, including our numerous fresh catches of the day. We serve fish from all over the world, using many different preparation methods.

Donovan'sDonovan's Steak & Chop House
Donovan's sets the standard of steakhouse excellence. An appealing atmosphere of rich mahogany, eye-catching paintings and bronze sculptures artfully bathed in soft, flattering light. Upscale and world-calss yet cordially friendly. Attentive unobtrusive service that accentuates every exacting detail. This is truly the place to be, relax and enjoy dining perfection.

Acqua Al 2Acqua Al 2 Restorante
Acqua Al 2 is located in the heart of the historic Gaslamp District. The restaurant’s warm atmosphere is set off by dramatic brickwork, rich, dark woodwork, and wines displays. The delicious Tuscan cuisine is presented much in the same way as it is in Florence. Come dine on exquisite food and drink wine from a diverse wine selection from Italy and California. We look forward to seeing you. Buon Appetito! 

Harbor House RestaurantHarbor House Restaurant
The Harbor House opened in 1980, and serves fresh fish, shellfish, premium steaks and local draft beers. We offer informal dining upstairs and on the outside decks as well as tablecloth/quiet dining downstairs. Come and enjoy our great city and harbor views.

El IndioEl Indio
El Indio is well known around the world for being dedicated to delivering the finest Mexican food. We are the birth place of the “Taquito” and make fresh tortillas daily. Come join us and discover the taste and freshness of real Mexican food.  


CATERERS

 

ImageFestivities Catering & Special Events
Festivities Catering & Special Events is a full service catering and event planning company. Festivities Catering has been the caterer of choice for the Sponsorship and VIP parties for the Holiday Bowl and Poinsettia Bowl for decades. In addition to our exemplary catering and gourmet tailgates our services include site selection, theme & décor concepts, rentals, event design, florals and all related services. Festivities’ goal is to exceed your expectations in every service we provide and allow you to be a worry-free guest at your own party. You can rely on our well-trained and experienced professionals to help bring your event vision to life and to create and produce successful, memorable events.

ImagePicnic People
Picnic People is San Diego’s premier outdoor event specialist and has been creating memorable alumni tailgates for the Holiday Bowl and Poinsettia Bowl for the last 20 years. During that time Picnic People has done everything from obtaining stadium permits to providing delicious bbq, exciting music to pump up the fans, quick and easy guest registration, fun team décor and thorough event organization for almost every school in the Pac 10 and Big 12. They have also produced all of the team tailgates for the Poinsettia Bowl since its induction. Consider Picnic People your pre-game party experts!


TRAVEL ARRANGEMENTS

 

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