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Tips 1 - 6 of 6 San Diego Local Customs
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On 1 December 1995 The University of California at San Diego, (UCSD) renamed their University Library Building, 'The Geisel Library,' in honor of Audrey and Theodor Seuss Geisel, (Dr. Seuss,) for their generous contributions to the library and their life long efforts to improve literacy. Theodor Geisel lived his last years in San Diego, and through dontations, of his wife, Audrey, many of his collections are on display at the UCSD Geisel Library, which is open to the public.
There are three major university campuses in San Diego, University of San Diego-(USD,) San Diego State University--(SDSU) and University of California at San Diego--(UCSD) and many more not so major. The point being, these campuses are lovely to tour, they have great bookstores and there are plenty of opportunities to meet young people--and some not so young.
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This is a view of the convention center from Fourth Avenue in the Gaslamp Quarter. It is here that many people come for business conventions or seminars. It is located within a few blocks walking distance of Seaport Village, the San Diego Trolley, a relaxing park and the Gaslamp Quarter which makes it convenient to plan off hours without much effort.
The size of the building was doubled recently and the roof resembles huge sails, a fitting sight along the bay.
111West Harbor Drive
San Diego, CA. 92101
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Phone: (619) 525-5420
Website: http://www.sdccc.org/
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J. Jessop and Son's is an old, established jewelers, has a lovely shop in Horton Plaza and it's street clock has become a landmark of San Diego.
In 1907 it was first located at 952 Fifth Avenue, twenty years later, it was moved to 1041 Fifth Avenue and in 1984 it found it's home in Horton Plaza. The clock's history began as an idea thought out in England and not until Joseph Jessop settled in San Diego did it become a reality.
Stories and legends have been told about it, a poem has been written about it and San Diegans have, for nearly 100 years, known the time by it's accuracy. There are 21 dials, marking hours, minutes, seconds, date, week and month and 12 of the dials tell the time of major cities around the world. It has stopped only three times.
1. Mysteriously, the moment it's creator died.
2. When a carriage drawn by horses ran into it.
3. Not surprisingly during an earthquake.
Throughout San Diego such treasures have been honored in such a way to preserve our history. The lovely buildings of the Gaslamp as well are testimony to the active efforts of the San Diego Historical Society and the interest people of San Diego show to remind us of days past.
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Phone: (619) 232-6203
Website: http://www.sandiegohistory.org/
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People: San Diegans Are A Relxed Group!
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In a general sense, the residents of San Diego are friendly, easy going and often times easy to mix with while on vacation.
This tranquil atmosphere makes San Diego a great vacation choice as well as a place to live. It could be because our weather is "moderate" (rarely too hot and never too cold,) that we can enjoy our own resort style enviornment. At least that is want my friends who come from colder or hotter climes tell me.
It is true that most of the people living in San Diego take full advantage of what it has to offer and can feel as if they are on vacation almost any week of the year. We tend not to resent tourists, as some communities do. Probably because we are so globally diverse, that we can't tell a tourist from a resident anyway.
Relaxing in the warm San Diego sun in January, even the Sea Lions love to bask in the sun while vacationing in San Diego!
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Whether it is a colored ribbon on the lapel, flags flying over the home, a yard full of political posters or a grand display of Christmas lights, San Diegans can be demonstrative with their statements.
During his recent visit to San Diego, Matcrazy was surprised to see a Polish flag flying next to an American flag, letting all who pass the house know these people have strong ties to Poland.
An especially pleasing sight is the creative efforts of people decorating their homes during the holidays. Halloween is becoming more popular as a chance to decorate the yard with pumpkins, witches, skeletons and sparkling orange lights. However, it is still Christmas time that we see the really impressive displays. Most residential streets have at least a few houses all decked out for the holiday and many just a few lights strung along the roof or windows. There are a few streets throughout SD county that offer grand decorations at every house on the block and it is usually on the family's list of things to do, to drive or walk along those blocks to see the great gift given.
ღ (~_~)♫♫ I wish you a Merry Christmas♫, I wish you a Merry Christmas♫♫, I wish you a Merry Christmas♫, and a Happy New Yeaaaaar♫♫ (~_~)ღ ღ
Thank you "sayedaburas " for a very clever gift!
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Beaches: Nearest Beaches to Downtown
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If your hotel is downtown, it will be on the east side of SD Bay but the Bay is not a place to swim. You could take the Ferry across the Bay to Coronado Island and from there it's a mile or so to the beach. Other than that the nearest beaches are Ocean Beach, Mission Beach and Pacific Beach.
Accessable by public transportation, take the SD Trolley at the Station nearest your hotel and get off at the Old Town Station, from there catch the bus to any of these beaches.
Keep in mind that the Pacific Ocean is a much larger body of water than, say, the Mediterranean Sea and it takes much longer to warm up. The water here never gets very warm. Of course, even when it's cooler, once you start swimming you'll warm up.
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amandajayne81 Sun Jun 22, 2008 05:58 UTC
What a great town you live in! We did a day trip to the Zoo (which we loved) but I can see we missed out on so many things. We will have to return one day. | RafaelTheSecond Thu May 29, 2008 20:16 UTC
San Diego is my number one in the list when I finally make my dream come true: VISITING USA! | travelgourmet Thu May 22, 2008 22:11 UTC
Hi, Linda. Going to be down your way on June 9th, to enjoy a few of the restaurants you gave tips on. They better be good! lol Larry | NanKizziah Wed Jan 30, 2008 00:51 UTC
OMG, yes. I love the Anza-Borrego. Have you been to Font's Point or the Clark's Valley? I lived in San Diego until about eight years ago and I miss it dreadfully. Nan |
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