May 15th, 2015 at 9:30 am
San Diego locals and tourists alike agree that San Diego is one of the nicest and most interesting cities to live in or visit. There are hundreds of things to do and see, such as visiting the beaches, zoo, local craft breweries, or one of the world-class universities.
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May 14th, 2015 at 11:00 am
It took 23,000 helicopter missions to build, has withstood four decades of desert heat, mountain snow, and high winds, and carried millions of enthralled passengers from around the globe. But the Palm Springs Aerial Tramway still towers above all Southern California attractions as the “eighth wonder of the world.”
Completed in 1963, the tram whisks riders from the Valley Station at 2,643 above the Coachella Valley floor to the Mountain Station at 8,516 feet on Mount San Jacinto in about 15 minutes. It’s usually 40 degrees cooler at the top year round, so residents and visitors alike can catch a break from the desert heat in summer or toss snowballs at each other in winter.
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May 14th, 2015 at 9:00 am
When you think of wine tasting, what comes to mind? For many, it might be a whole event or afternoon production. First, you head to a local winery or tasting room and begin your sensory adventure. Your day is filled with the sweet and dry aromas and tastes of various grapes and assorted blends. Between samples, you cleanse the palate with water and maybe even a pretzel or cracker. By the end of your tasting afternoon, you’re ready to leave with a few bottles of some of the delicious wines you’ve sampled and hand-selected.
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May 13th, 2015 at 5:00 pm
Go behind the scenes of some of the loveliest, most secluded gardens in La Jolla. The Secret Garden Tour of La Jolla comes to you from the La Jolla Historical Society. Every spring, the locations are kept secret and only revealed in the program distributed the day of the tour. As guests stroll through the gardens, live music will be performed and local designers and merchants will have tabletop displays set up. Two tour options are available: self-guided, and the platinum tour, which includes an elegant brunch and shuttle transportation to the gardens.
Where:
Wisteria Cottage
780 Prospect St.
La Jolla, CA 92037
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May 12th, 2015 at 5:00 pm
Enjoy a day on the bay with your pet while benefiting the homeless animals of the Helen Woodward Animal Center. You and your furry companion will experience a one-hour narrated cruise around San Diego Bay aboard the 150-fett-long Adventure Hornblower. Snacks, adult beverages, souvenirs, and pet photographers will be on board as you enjoy comfortable indoor and outdoor areas. The tour highlights more than 50 points of interest, including the San Diego-Coronado Bridge, Star of India, and Seaport Village. You and your dog won’t want to miss this fun-filled day dedicated to a great cause.
Where:
Grape Street Pier
1800 N. Harbor Drive
San Diego, CA 92101
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