San Diego Southern California

With miles of sandy beaches, a picturesque harbor and stellar luxury resorts, San Diego is the perfect destination for a fun-in-the-sun weekend getaway. A host of cultural attractions, theme parks, historic sights and a world-famous zoo make the city near the border of Mexico ideal for extended family vacations too. Known as the Birthplace of California, San Diego offers opportunities to explore the Golden State’s long history as well. In the Old Town San Diego Historic District, visitors can tour the mission founded by Father Junipero Serra in 1769. The most popular attraction in San Diego is America’s premier zoo, which is located in Balboa Park with flowering gardens and Spanish architecture. The city is home to other family attractions as well like SeaWorld San Diego and the Birch Aquarium.

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