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Wednesday, September 01, 2010
No tricks, only treats await at the San Diego Zoo and the San Diego Zoo Safari Park (formerly known as the Wild Animal Park) this October as they invite children to experience the wonders of the Zoo and Safari Park completely FREE! From October 1-31, 2010, all children 11 and younger will receive complimentary admission to the San Diego Zoo or Safari Park. Special...
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Friday, August 06, 2010
Are you looking for something fun to do this weekend? Take the family and head down to San Diego to experience the “largest neighborhood street fair of its kind” with Cityfest 2010. August 8, 2010 brings fun and excitement as it kicks off the 26th annual Cityfest. Under the historic Hillcrest city sign, you will find music and dancing, arts and crafts, over 250 street vendors and enjoy the flavor of the locals with delicious food and an open air beer...
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Wednesday, August 04, 2010
Sculptors, skill, sand, and surf take over the shores of Imperial Beach, San Diego during the 30th annual U.S. Open Sandcastle Competition coming up from August 6-8, 2010.
The festivities will kick off with The Sandcastle Dance, an adults-only event held on Friday, August 6 at the Imperial Beach Boys and Girls Club. Saturday will mark the beginning of...
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Thursday, July 22, 2010
Now through September 16 you can celebrate the three adorable new additions to the San Diego Zoo’s Wild Animal Park elephant herd at the African Summer Festival. During this lively event you can grab a passport and map and start your journey through adventure stations designed to entertain, educate, and immerse you in the beauty and rhythm ...
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Thursday, July 01, 2010
From July 22-25 aficionados of the comics and science fiction worlds will meet up to celebrate the latest and greatest and pay herald to the legends, at Comic-Con, the country’s biggest comics convention. During this four day festival held at the San Diego Convention Center, participants can browse endless displays and exhibits, attend seminars and workshops led by leading comic artists and writers, enjoy an incredible line-up of special guests including Stan Lee, Neal Adams, Ray Bradbury, and...
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Friday, June 25, 2010
When the veil of night falls over SeaWorld San Diego, the park transforms with all the magic and excitement that only Sea World can bring! Enjoy Summer Nights shows, longer hours and nightly magic now through August 29, 2010. From the amazing energy and excitement of a rock concert in Shamu Rocks, and the laugh-out-loud comedy of Sea Lions Tonite, to the mystique...
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Tuesday, June 08, 2010
Emily from the Bahia Resort Hotel and the Catamaran Resort Hotel and Spa stopped by our office today with an update on the latest happenings and offers at these sister hotels ideally situated on the shores of Mission Bay. She showed us these videos of these two beautiful properties and we thought we'd share them with you. Check out this video of the...
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Wednesday, May 19, 2010
Now that summer is knocking on your door it's time to plan an exciting family vacation or weekend getaway. Parents, avoid whiny and bored kids! Take them to an old time family ...
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Friday, April 16, 2010
Today Liz Johnson from the Paradise Point Resort and Spa in San Diego dropped by our office to showcase the beautiful new rooms and treat us to lunch. If 44 acres of tropical paradise and a mile of white sand beach, and the privacy of bungalow style guest rooms weren’t enough to entice you, check out the room...
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Thursday, April 08, 2010
San Diego is one of our favorite vacation destinations because of its perfect climate, world-class attractions (SeaWorld, San Diego Zoo, Legoland, etc.) beautiful beaches, incredible shopping, plentiful golf courses, and the list goes on. In addition to all that San Diego offers on a permanent basis, it's also host to...
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Wednesday, March 10, 2010
Spring is officially in the air in San Diego! Fifty acres of breathtaking blooms await your exploration at The Flower Fields® at Carlsbad Ranch in North San Diego County. Each year from early March through early May these famous ranunculus fields come to life with extraordinary color and beauty and herald in the beginning of the spring...
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Tuesday, February 02, 2010
Now is the perfect time to soak up more than some perfect rays on your San Diego vacation—immerse yourself in a cultural extravaganza during San Diego’s Museum Month. During the entire month of February 2010, individuals can pick up a FREE Museum Month Pass at Macy’s to receive half-off admission at 39 San Diego County museums all month long.
Participating museums include: ...
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Tuesday, January 19, 2010
Nonstop food and fun are on the menu during San Diego Restaurant Week running now through January 22. Get a taste of the best of San Diego as more than 180 of San Diego’s finest restaurants offer fixed price, three-course meals for $20, $30 or $40. No vacation is complete without venturing out to explore the...
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Wednesday, January 13, 2010
Last week I traveled with most of the office staff at Get Away Today to become familiarized with some of our contracted hotels in California. The result? I fell in love with several gorgeous lodgings in San Diego. Many of these mild to luxurious hotels are located blocks away from sandy beaches, marinas full of postcard perfect yachts and docked boats, lot of shopping stores, and of course the world famous Shamu, resident at ...
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Wednesday, January 06, 2010
Today marks the third day of Get Away Today’s Annual FAM
trip, and our reservationists started the day off right with a mouthwatering breakfast
at the Bahia Resort Hotel. This tropical resort set on the bay if a favorite
with Get Away Today guests due to its optimal location on ...
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Tuesday, January 05, 2010
The second day of Get Away Today’s FAM trip began with a
delectable breakfast followed by a tour at the Hilton San Diego Resort, set right on the beach of Mission Bay. This beautiful ...
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Monday, January 04, 2010
Today
kicks off the first day of Get Away Today’s annual FAM (or
“familiarization”) Trip! Each year our staff takes a weeklong tour of
all the best Southern California has to offer, including all of our
hotel and attraction partners,...
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Tuesday, December 08, 2009
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Thursday, December 03, 2009
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Wednesday, November 25, 2009
San Diego is the perfect place for you to plan your next cruise vacation. San Diego has consistently been voted one of the top vacation destinations and it is incredibly accessible and affordable to travel to from anywhere in the Western U.S. Not only is San Diego a beautiful port city with so much to explore, it's also the gateway to Mexico, the Panama Canal, and even the Hawaiian...
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Tuesday, November 24, 2009
Seaport Village is one of San Diego's hottest spots for shopping, dining, and entertainment. With its perfect location along San Diego's Big Bay, over 50 unique shops (including American Nostalgia, Best of San Diego, Carousel Music Box Company, San Diego Surf Co., and Urban Lounge to name a few) a number of restaurants (with a range of fine dining, casual eats, and ice cream treats), and...
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Thursday, November 19, 2009
Take your family to experience the completely Southern Californian San Diego Bay 38th Annual Parade of Lights this December. This free and open to the public nighttime spectacular has become a Christmastime tradition for Southern California locals and San Diego visitors alike. The festivities are presented by the Port of San Diego and will kick...
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Monday, November 16, 2009
We don't know of anyone who can resist saying "awwwww" over a baby panda! Check out the San Diego Zoo's most recent press release and photo update of their baby giant panda below:
SAN DIEGO ZOO'S PANDA CUB SHOWS OFF STRENGTH
The San Diego Zoo's 13-week-old giant panda cub showed off his strength Thursday during his weekly exam by pushing up on his front legs...
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Thursday, November 12, 2009
We've already told you about The Merriest Place on Earth celebration that's going on during the Holidays at the Disneyland® Resort and SeaWorld's Holiday Celebration. If you missed either of those blogs, just click on the above links to catch up. For more holiday fun under the sun, check out these top Southern California attractions...
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Wednesday, November 11, 2009
In honor of Veterans Day we are spotlighting the USS Midway Museum, located in one of our favorite vacation destinations--San Diego. Located along the Embarcadero just steps away from the Maritime Museum is the longest-serving aircraft carrier in U.S. Naval history, the USS Midway. Now a museum, the...
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Tuesday, November 10, 2009
Get Away Today congratulates the Port of San Diego attractions for being recognized as "Best in Class" in 2009! Although these accolades don't surprise us, we wanted to share this article that was recently posted on the Port Authority of San Diego's website:
The USS Midway Aircraft Carrier Museum, Hornblower Cruises & Events, North and South Embarcadero Marina Parks and the waterfront San Diego Convention Center were recognized as “Best in Class” by event...
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Friday, October 30, 2009
San Diego's Big Bay and the Unified Port Authority of San Diego are two great partners of Get Away Today. To help better familiarize our readers with San Diego's Big Bay, they've provided information on the area for us to pass on to you. We hope you'll find it helpful in planning your San Diego vacation.
The San Diego Bay has 34 miles of scenic waterfront dotted with restaurants, shops, hotels,...
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Tuesday, October 27, 2009
Cruises are quickly becoming one of the most popular vacation options, and it's easy to see why. With all food, activities, entertainment and transportation included for one low price, they're an incredibly affordable way to visit some of most sought after vacation destinations. San Diego is also...
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Friday, October 16, 2009
For a howling good
time this Halloween visit the San Diego Zoo’s Wild Animal
Park to experience
Pumpkins at the Park! At this special autumn celebration guests can take...
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Thursday, October 15, 2009
LEGOLAND California invites you to Brick or Treat Party Nights October 17, 24, and 31 from 5 p.m. – 9 p.m. During
this family friendly Halloween bash LEGO fans can flaunt their costumes as they
wind through the Brick or Treat Trail to collect sweet treats and
snacks. The Boo Crew will be providing...
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Wednesday, October 14, 2009
Representatives from San Diego came to visit
our office today and give us the highlights on the best of everything from the
city where “Happy Happens!”
Benjamin from the...
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Monday, September 28, 2009
Trisha from the Paradise Point Resort & Spa and The Hilton San Diego Resort visited our office today to bring lunch and the latest and greatest info about these two fabulous properties. It's easy to understand why San Diego is one...
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Wednesday, September 23, 2009
With exciting theme parks, beautiful beaches, gorgeous golf courses, endless shopping and dining opportunities, it's no wonder that San Diego is one of the top vacation destinations in the world. Here is our top ten list of things to see and do in sunny San Diego:
1. SeaWorld San...
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Tuesday, August 11, 2009
On Wednesday, August 5, Bai Yun, one of the famed giant
pandas at the San Diego Zoo, gave birth to her fifth cub. The hairless, pink, 4
ounce cub is being doted on by its proud mother, and will be examined by the
zoo’s veterinary staff in about three weeks when Bai Yun will begin to
regularly leave the den. In about a...
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Thursday, August 06, 2009
You deserve a break, and luckily Labor Day is around the corner! Celebrate this Labor Day weekend (September 4-7) with a 3 night or longer get away. Our 3rd Night Free specials guarantee that you’ll save the most on your Labor Day vacation package. Here is just a sampling of some of our very best specials:
San Diego: ...
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Monday, August 03, 2009
At Get Away Today we're always bringing you the best ways to save on your vacation. We know that you want to cut cost, but don't want to cut the quality of your vacation. That's why we're offering amazing savings at the Manchester Grand Hyatt San Diego. This deluxe property is now offering a 3rd Night Free when you book with Get Away Today, bringing...
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Thursday, July 30, 2009
Treat your family to a unique experience during your San Diego vacation with Movies
Before the Mast. The San Diego Maritime
Museum invites you to climb aboard the
Star of India for a cinematic
experience by the sea as...
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Thursday, July 16, 2009
Sandcastle enthusiasts from all over will join together this weekend for the 29th Annual US Open Sandcastle Competition in San Diego, CA. This two day street festival will take place along Seacoast Drive in Imperial Beach, approximately 20 minutes South of downtown San Diego.
The street festival kicks off on Saturday, July 18 with over 140 vendors...
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Tuesday, July 14, 2009
Next week thousands of comic book, film, popular arts, and gaming fans will come together and celebrate Comic-Con's 40th Anniversary. This four day long event draws thousands of visitors to San Diego each year to revel in all things sci-fi, super hero, techy, and just plain cool.
Attendees will enjoy panels, seminars, and workshops with the biggest names in the comic book industry, have...
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Monday, July 13, 2009
If you didn't think the San Diego Zoo's Wild Animal Park was wild enough before, it sure is now! New this year to the park is Flightline, a 2/3 mile zip-line that takes you on an exhilarating flight directly over wild animal exhibits.
Daring guests will take part in an orientation session and training run before taking a safari ride...
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Friday, July 10, 2009
San Diego locals and visitors flock to Humphrey's Half Moon Inn & Suites each May-October for their Concerts by the Bay series. With its ideal setting on the San Diego Bay and sprawling and perfectly manicured grounds, Humphrey's Half Moon Inn & Suites offers a perfect outdoor concert venue. You are certain to find one of your favorites among the vast array of entertainers and...
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Monday, July 06, 2009
Venture into the wild of the new Elephant Odyssey at the San Diego Zoo! This
brand new 7.5 acre exhibit explores both North
America’s ancient beginnings and the present day animal kingdom. Elephant Odyssey features more than 30 animal species,
a simulated tar pit and fossils, plenty...
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Tuesday, June 23, 2009
We love visitors at Get Away Today, and today we really lucked out when six of our partners from San Diego dropped by. They shared the latest and greatest updates going on at their properties and the San Diego area attractions.
Toni from the Best Western Seven Seas wanted to let everyone know about their new renovations...
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Wednesday, June 17, 2009
At Get Away Today, we know how hard dads work, so we’d like to help you give them a break this Father’s Day! Create memories that will last a lifetime with your family at the Disneyland® Resort or in sunny San Diego. Show the dad in your life how much he means with quality time together. Book a vacation now, or purchase a gift certificate and plan one together for the...
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Wednesday, May 27, 2009
If you want to see the San Diego Harbor, there is no better way than on the water itself. The San Diego Harbor Excursion company offers a variety of cruise options that allow you to explore the many things there are to see and do in the harbor. One of the most unique, and most popular, ways to see the harbor is by taking a dinner cruise. San Diego Harbor Excursion offers nightly dinner cruises that offer great food,...
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Monday, May 18, 2009
Get Away Today is giving you two more reasons why you should make a splash at Sea World San Diego this summer. Simply travel June 1-September 30 and you’ll receive Adults at Kids’ Prices AND a 2nd Day Free to SeaWorld San Diego!
Use your two days at SeaWorld San Diego to take in all of the marine magic of Summer Nights at SeaWorld, an annual celebration of...
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Wednesday, May 13, 2009
SeaWorld San Diego is heating up the nights this spring with
their newest seasonal event “Viva La Musica” running now through May 17! During
this celebration of Latin culture you can feast on authentic Mexican dishes
while dancing to the beat of the hottest local and international Latin
performers. The excitement...
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Monday, May 11, 2009
Baseball season is in full swing, especially in Southern California. With three Major League baseball teams, there is almost always a home game you can catch during regular season, which generally runs from the beginning of April through the end of September. Here is a quick breakdown on where you can get your peanuts and Cracker Jacks.
The Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim make their home...
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Wednesday, April 22, 2009
At Get Away Today we LOVE our planet, which is one reason why we enjoy sending our guests to so many great places, like the San Diego Zoo, San Diego Zoo's Wild Animal Park and Sea World. Each of these amazing parks have a focus on protecting our earth every day of the year. Here are just a few of our favorite things about these incredible parks and their efforts to save the planet....
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Tuesday, April 21, 2009
At Get Away Today we are always looking for new and exciting ways to make your vacation memorable. Each year we send our employees to the destinations we offer to provide you with expert travel advice, tips, and recommendations of local attractions, like this one:
Wave House San Diego is based at Belmont Park, San Diego's beach front amusement park. A short walk from the...
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Thursday, March 26, 2009
Spring is in the air in San Diego as a host of new animal babies make
their debut! Come celebrate spring with
these newborn critters at these world-renowned parks. ...
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Thursday, March 19, 2009
Get Away Today invites you to have a “roaring” good time at
the San Diego Zoo’s “Bear Bonanza” running March 19-22, 2009. During this time you can enjoy specially
themed shows and activities celebrating these furry four-legged favorites,
including a bear scavenger hunt for little ones. Meet...
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Friday, February 13, 2009
In preparation and celebration for Valentine's Day, we thought we'd do a spotlight on some of our most romantic vacations! If you've been thinking of surprising your significant other with a romantic get away, these vacations make the perfect escape. Here are our top vacation recommendations for couples, in no particular order:
1. Sandals Resorts: Choose from 12 luxurious couples only resorts on four incredible...
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Monday, January 12, 2009
Our staff has returned from Southern California from our annual FAM Trip! Over seven days we toured and experienced a combined total of 70 hotels and 10 attractions. With all of the new and exciting information gathered on this trip, our staff is ready to help you book your next vacation to San Diego and the Disneyland® Resort! We had such great experiences and will be posting more detailed information about all of the hotels and attractions we visited to help you...
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Wednesday, January 07, 2009
Day three of our FAM Trip to Southern California began with a hotel tour and breakfast at Humphrey's Half Moon Inn & Suites, located on the San Diego Bay. This property is situated right on the marina and has a beautiful grassy area where concerts are held during the summer months. We then toured the nearby ...
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Tuesday, January 06, 2009
Our second day in San Diego began with site inspections of our hotel partners. Because we work with so many amazing properties, we divided into two groups so we could collectively see them all. Together we toured the Comfort Suites Hotel Circle, Comfort Suites SeaWorld/San Diego...
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Monday, January 05, 2009
Our FAM (short for familiarization) Trip began this morning with our flight from Salt Lake City into San Diego. We arrived early in the afternoon and headed up 30 miles North to Carlsbad so we could experience LEGOLAND®’s newest addition—the SEA LIFE™ Aquarium where...
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Monday, December 29, 2008
If you’re planning a...
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Tuesday, December 23, 2008
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Wednesday, December 17, 2008
Spend a “wild” holiday at the San Diego Zoo. There is so much to offer all throughout the year, but there’s even more during December!
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Tuesday, December 16, 2008
If you’re looking for some safari-like, high adventure closer to home or putting a different twist on your Christmas and New Year celebrations, we’ve got the destination for you! The San Diego Zoo’s Wild Animal Park invites you to join them as they...
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Monday, December 15, 2008
At Get Away Today, we believe vacations should be about creating memories that will last a lifetime. Getting everyone together for that unforgettable experience has great rewards, but it can also take a lot of work to plan a vacation for a large group. That’s why we make planning your group vacation as...
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Thursday, December 11, 2008
Celebrate the holidays with your favorite underwater friends at SeaWorld San Diego! For its second year in a row, SeaWorld has transformed into an aquatic winter wonderland with even more attractions and events than before. Here are just a few of the festivities you will find at the park this holiday season:...
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Monday, December 08, 2008
When planning a vacation, one of the first questions you may ask yourself is "How much will it cost?" Deciding how to get there can majorly affect the cost of your vacation. We've created a formula that you can use to determine how much it will cost your family to drive to our two most popular vacation destinations: Disneyland and ...
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Friday, December 05, 2008
Want to take a vacation but feel like you don’t have the time? The key to a quick getaway is to research where to go and decide what to do once you’re there… before you go. Here are a few recommendations for a quick weekend getaway. Whether it be a fun-filled weekend with the kids, or a romantic getaway for two, these destinations are sure to have what you are looking for.
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Wednesday, December 03, 2008
The best gifts of the season are the times we spend together. Surprise your family this Christmas with the gift of memories that will last a lifetime! Your family probably won’t remember the new sweaters or gadgets, but they’re sure to treasure the time you spent as a family experiencing the magic of the Holidays at...
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Tuesday, December 02, 2008
Decorating for the holidays at the Hotel del Coronado has been a momentous occasion since 1888. In 1904 they had America’s first electrically lit outdoor Christmas tree and each year the hotel selects a new theme for the holiday season.
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Monday, December 01, 2008
If you’re looking for something to “build” family memories over the holidays, check out LEGOLAND® California...
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Tuesday, November 25, 2008
When you think of a day at the beach, you often think of fun and relaxation.To make sure your day stays relaxing you must plan responsibly. Sand, water and weather conditions can vary during different times of the year. To be prepared, follow these simple tips to make sure your beach experience is as pleasant and as safe as possible. ...
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Monday, November 24, 2008
San Diego is one of Get Away Today's most popular vacation destinations. If you've been wondering where to stay or what to do in San Diego, we have a fabulous recommendation. Manchester Grand Hyatt San Diego hotel is just a five minute walk from Seaport...
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Wednesday, November 19, 2008
We’re just a little over a week away from Thanksgiving and there is still time to forget about stuffing the turkey and time to start packing your bags! We have some last minute vacation package specials to the Disneyland® Resort and San...
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Tuesday, November 18, 2008
Get Away Today staff member Tanya Fernandes is our resident San Diego expert. Living most of her life in the San Diego area, she is able to provide invaluable travel tips and advice to our guests journeying down to Southern California. Here are some of her thoughts on San Diego Zoo’s Wild Animal Park:...
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Wednesday, November 05, 2008
We love hearing all about our guests' vacations! Here is what one family had to say about their vacation to San Diego, California:
We had a blast on our San Diego vacation! The kids loved the shows at Sea World especially the Shamu show. They also loved seeing zoo and going on...
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Tuesday, November 04, 2008
Get Away Today would like to wish you a Happy Election Day! As you head to the polls today, in addition to casting your vote, we hope you'll elect to see more of our great country by taking a vacation!
We offer discount vacation packages to the most popular destinations in the U.S. Southern California, (including the...
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Thursday, October 30, 2008
When guests share their vacation experiences with us, it reminds us that we're helping families create memories that will last a lifetime. Here is what one family shared with us about their Get Away Today San Diego vacation package:
Hello,
I received the "Welcome back" card in the mail and decided to share our favorite vacation. ...
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Thursday, October 02, 2008
Coronado Island is a destination you shouldn’t miss when visiting San Diego. Start your day by heading over the beautiful toll-free Coronado Bay Bridge from San Diego, stretching over 2.1 miles via car or San Diego’s Old Town...
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Thursday, September 25, 2008
For a once in a lifetime experience, visit the San Diego Zoo’s Giant Panda Research Station. The World Famous San Diego Zoo houses the largest population
of giant pandas outside of China, with no less than four pandas calling it...
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Monday, August 11, 2008
Now there’s even more to “sea” on your San Diego vacation with the brand new SEA LIFE Aquarium! This new park located just next door to LEGOLAND® provides educational interaction with 14 new areas featuring more than 200 species and 70 LEGO® models.
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Wednesday, July 30, 2008
Exciting New Offer!
Two Days of Fun for the Price of One Plus Adults at Kids’ Prices at SeaWorld San Diego
Now through September 30, 2008!*
Top 10 Things to do with your two days at SeaWorld this Summer!
• Take in the breathtaking water show, Cirque de la Mer, playing through...