San Diego
Beachside vibes and big city excitement
This waterfront city is the perfect mix of urban sophistication and laidback beach culture not to mention neighbourhoods steeped in history, world-class attractions, diverse outdoor recreation, an evolving food scene and a sizzling downtown. For an insight into San Diego’ s beginnings, visit Old Town State Park, known as the birthplace of California or, check out San Diego’ s beautiful missions which are dotted around the city and surrounds. Don’ t miss Balboa Park, a pristine parkland home to 18 museums, theatres and gardens. Enjoy family fun at LEGOLAND California, Sesame Place San Diego and the Children’ s Museum. Or, delve into San Diego’ s long and storied naval history by visiting the USS Midway Museum. San Diego has over 100 neighbourhoods including the historic Gaslamp Quarter. Here, new and historic buildings spread across 16 walkable blocks with eclectic galleries, chic boutiques, trendy nightclubs, rooftop bars, gastropubs, craft beer haunts and fine dining. Lively Little Italy is where much of the city’ s dynamic food and drink scene is centred with cosy cafés, international restaurants, craft brew stops and urban wineries plus chic shops, art galleries and the festive Piazza della Famiglia. Popular beach spots include Mission Bay, whose calm waters are ideal for watersports, while funky surf shops, bars, cafés and nightclubs attract party goers. Across the bay is Coronado whose long sandy beaches are backed by fine homes and mansions, and a charming main street is steps away. La Jolla entices with fabulous shopping and dining, golden sandy shores and adventure for surfers and kayakers alike. Further north is Torrey Pines, where along with long swathes of sand beneath the soaring cliffs, is Torrey Pines State Natural Reserve and Torrey Pines Golf Course. Shoppers can bag a bargain at several outlet malls, discover handcrafted artisan treasures at weekly farmers markets, or browse the upscale malls such as Fashion Valley Mall or Westfield UTC.
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La Jolla • • Old Town
• Balboa Park
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Skate Park Mission Bay • • Fashion Valley Mall
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• Little Italy
• Gaslamp Quarter
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1 Bahia Resort Hotel
2 Carté Hotel San Diego Downtown, Curio Collection by Hilton
• Sesame Place San Diego
3 Pendry San Diego
Getting there: Non-stop flights from the UK to San Diego take about 11 hours.
Best time to go: San Diego has near perfect year round weather due to a mild climate and low humidity. Summer can be busy so opt for March-May or September-November when there are less school breaks. Winter months are mild albeit with some rain.
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California- San Diego from £ 112 * per person per night from £ 99 per person per night from £ 159 * per person per night
Bahia Resort Hotel
3H Mission Beach
Tucked away on a 14 acre peninsula in Mission Bay, the Bahia is near miles of sandy beaches and well-placed for experiencing the best of San Diego.
Offering something for the whole family, resort activities include biking, kayaking, tennis, pickleball and shuffleboard. Make time to relax by the inviting swimming pool, unwind in the large whirlpool or laze in one of the beach cabanas along the secluded beach. There’ s also a children’ s playground, a fitness centre, beach games, bicycle rentals and access to the nearby Catamaran Spa.
Delicious dining options await too, including the Dockside 1953 restaurant, Bianchi Pizza & Pasta, the Pool Bar & Grill plus a Grab N’ Go truck.
Choose from inviting guest rooms just steps from the sand or spacious suites with separate living areas for added comfort. All are located throughout the resort and provide varying views along with a hairdryer, mini fridge, coffee maker, iron & ironing board and safe. Some also have a balcony or patio.
* Price payable to Premier £ 92 with an additional £ 20 mandatory fees payable locally in US $.
Carté Hotel San Diego Downtown, Curio Collection by Hilton
4H Little Italy
This lifestyle hotel sits in the heart of vibrant Little Italy and serves up stunning bay and city views along with easy access to many top attractions and a whole host of popular restaurants.
When the day’ s discoveries are done, an inviting pool beckons or you may wish to hit the fitness centre.
You don’ t have to go far to dine well, with Canvas Café and Lounge serving breakfast, lunch and dinner, or the Rooftop, a lively 16th floor venue serving craft cocktails, seasonally inspired dishes and sweeping city views.
Each of the 246 bright guest rooms marry ocean-inspired elegance with functional design and all provide a hairdryer, mini fridge, iron and safe. Why not upgrade to a higher floor bay view room?
Pendry San Diego
5H Gaslamp Quarter
Located in the heart of the historic Gaslamp Quarter, the Pendry is within easy reach of dozens of bars and eateries, vibrant nightlife, beaches, shopping and more.
From art and music, to food and drink, the Pendry is regarded as one of the city’ s cultural hubs, with live music, pop-up shops and wellness experiences, so you’ ll find there’ s always something going on. Leisure facilities include a rooftop pool, a tranquil spa and 24 / 7 gym.
Treat yourself to modern coastal cuisine at Lionfish, Southern California-driven seasonal fare at Provisional, light bites at The Pool House, the perfect cocktail at Fifth & Rose and local craft beer at Nason’ s Beer Hall.
Luxurious guest rooms perfectly blend Californian ease and chic design with an ocean-inspired palette, sumptuous furnishings and incredible views. For your comfort, each has a hairdryer, iPod dock, mini bar, coffee maker and safe. Skyline, pool and bay view rooms are available too.
* Price payable to Premier £ 139 with an additional £ 20 mandatory fees payable locally in US $.
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