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San Diego Zoo is one of the California city's top visitor attractions. It's regarded as one of the best zoos in the world, and this visitor guide explains why

Sitting just north of the California/Mexican border is San Diego, home to a world-renowned zoo, a range of sports teams and a "crowned" beach.

Three of the great U. S. animal sanctuaries are main features on most San Diego travel itineraries, offering hours of outdoors entertainment and enlightenment.

Visit the Gaslamp Quarter, Old Globe Theatre, Balboa Park and San Diego Zoo in downtown San Diego, California.

If the 4000 animals at San Diego Zoo aren't enough, visit a further 3500 at its big brother, the San Diego Wild Animal Park in 1800 acres of the San Pasqual Valley

Plan a visit to San Diego's Balboa Park with care as some museums are closed Mondays, while others have free entry on some days and the Zoo alone can take a day to see.

Giant pandas are symbolic. To children, they are fat cartoon characters. To the Chinese, they are cultural icons. To conservationists, they are faces of endangerment.

Southern California is a mecca for major theme parks, zoos and water parks. Here's what's new at Legoland, California Adventure, Six Flags Magic Mountain and more.

From flophouse to plush boutique hotel, The Sofia Hotel is San Diego's most sought after lodging in the downtown district.

Look, listen and learn at this small powerhouse of a zoo and gardens, located just north of the stunning SW Florida Gulf Coast community in Collier County.

It's been called America's finest city and is one of the best Southern California vacation destinations. Book ahead if you want to find cheap hotels in San Diego.

SeaWorld in San Diego California is the place to see Shamu the Killer Whale, have encounters with sharks, ride a Journey to Atlantis, and meet dolphins and manatees.

Looking for a safe (well, if being scared to death doesn't count) place to take the kiddies this Halloween? Check out these local Halloween party favorites.

With 56,000 + album sales this past year alone, Adele isn't shy when it comes to belting out her bluesy ballads.

The 2009 edition of Frommer's California Guide covers the best of Wine Country, Where to Eat in Los Angeles, Where to Stay in San Diego, and more, in almost 800 pages.

For the visitor on a budget, there's lots to do this summer for free in San Diego, including beaches, Balboa Park, Gaslamp Quarter, wildlife, and the Children's Museum.

The Westin San Diego is a recommended luxury hotel. Downtown, it is adjacent to Little Italy and the Gaslamp Quarter, and offers bay views in a modern, upscale esthete.

If driving through the southwestern United States during the peak of summer doesn't make you an expert on what to expect from a road trip, nothing will.

When choosing a Mexican Riviera cruise, consider the differences in the embarkation ports of Los Angeles and San Diego such as the pre-cruise hotels and best attractions.

The endangered California Condor, Gymnogyps californianus, was extinct in the wild in 1987. Now there are hundreds. Mature birds are mating, nesting and raising young.

The giraffes of West Africa are one of many subspecies found throughout the continent. What makes these animals special is that they were able to defy the odds.

Stress can cause many physical symptoms and has been related to illness. Taking a few minutes each day to relax can improve your health and your mood.

The latest Rough Guide to Los Angeles and Southern California also covers San Diego, Santa Barbara and Palm Springs, rating hotels, restaurants, and what to do and see.

Travel with pets to Southern California. Pet friendly hotels welcome dogs and cats to stay in guest rooms and vacation along with owners.

Carlsbad is on the Pacific Coast between San Diego and LA. LEGOLAND Theme Park and California beaches are ideal for the family. Pet friendly hotels allow dogs and cats.

La Jolla is just north of San Diego in Southern California. Pet friendly hotels allow the family dog or cat to enjoy glorious sunshine, surf and Pacific Ocean views.

The first residents settled Old Town San Diego when Father Junipero Serra started the first of 21 California missions. The town is now a popular travel destination.

San Diego Rock 'n' Roll Marathon includes seniors competing with runners of all ages. One older adult and granddaughter ran together in 2008 in Grandpa's longest run.

Vacations can be stressful and pricey when travel includes popular US cities. Smart Destinations Go Cards help with travel plans and city attractions, and save money too.

Through the Kalahari in Southern Africa, huge nests cling to trees and utility poles while flocks of sociable weavers fly in and out the multitude openings at the bottom.

Many college students and young adults travel to San Diego for Spring Break. It's more than just a party town, though; a vacation here has fun things to see and do.

Koalas are probably one of the most picky eaters on Earth, choosing only a small sampling of food for its diet out of hundreds of available food sources.

Looking for an entry-level opportunity. Here are eight that don't necessarily require experience.

Located in between Disneyland and Sea World, Temecula is the perfect anchor location for a Southern California vacation. Yet Temecula has much more to offer than location