San Diego

 

Perfect weather all year long, an endless supply of entertainment, and more than 6000 dining establishments await both residents and tourists in San Diego. Indoor and outdoor recreation has never been easier in the second largest city in California. Wildlife has found protection on both land and in the water in San Diego County, thanks to preserves and habitats.

 

 

College students flock to the city for the lively locales which provide entertainment all year long. 70 miles of beaches are prime for surfing, swimming, sailing, and sunbathing on the sand. The quality of the schools doesn’t hurt either. All of the colleges in the area boast some of the smartest students in the nation, which benefit the large businesses which thrive in the county.

 

Some might say that residents of San Diego have an entire world at their fingertips, and they wouldn’t be lying. Eating delicious food, going on a shopping spree, or seeing a movie is as simple as finding the nearest locale and getting in your car. As far as finding it all in one place, the Westfield UTC shopping mall meets all the criteria. Luxury retailers Hermes and Ted Baker are preparing to welcome Chanel and Louis Vuitton to the Westfield family. Catch a movie at the theater then head over to Javier’s Cantina for handshake margaritas and elevated Mexican food dishes. You can’t call yourself a San Diego local without visiting Joe’s Crab Shack. Crab buckets, stuffed shrimp, and a large variety of seafood favorites will leave you feeling satisfied.

 

San Diego residents are able to overindulge in ways to pass the time. A popular favorite is to spend a day exploring the gas light district, also known as the Gaslamp Quarter. The lively neighborhood is home to dining, shopping, and entertainment venues like the Balboa Theatre and an array of bars, nightclubs, and lounges. Attend a Major League Baseball game at the Petco Park, home of the San Diego Padres. If you’re ready to have a full immersive experience into the culture which is present in this beautiful city head over to Balboa Park. A plethora of museums, art galleries and gardens adorn space in the largest urban cultural park in the United States alongside popular attractions like the Old Globe Theater and the famous San Diego Zoo. Getting outside for some quality leisure time is easy in San Diego. Known by Golf Digest as being one of the “Top 50 Golf Destinations in the World,” the city boasts a staggering 72 golf courses to choose from. Amongst these is the championship grade 18 hole course at the San Diego Country Club.

 

San Diego is home to a number of high quality institutions. While primary school-aged children can receive a superior education attending schools in the area, it’s the colleges and universities which take the spotlight. 

 

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