Like other coastal cities in California, San Diego is all about sun, surf and style.

What makes San Diego unique is the array of special attractions, ideally grouped in the area.

"The variety of activities makes it welcoming to all age groups," says Junvi Ola of the San Diego Convention and Visitors Bureau.

"For example, we have attractions for the kids; golf, shopping outlets, and spas for the parents; beaches for the teenagers; museums and theatre, as well as casinos for the seniors. Plus, everyone enjoys the Mediterranean climate with practically year-round sunshine."

In addition to having endless amenities and activities, San Diego has a good selection of RCI resorts.

RCI in San Diego:

• WorldMark San Diego
  An art deco-style resort downtown, near Balboa Park. This five story building originally built in 1928 has been renovated and updated to include studio and one-bedroom units with a seasonally available rooftop deck.
  
  
• Town and Country Resort Hotel
  Modern suites in two towers or ranch-style bungalows are surrounded by 40 acres of landscaped gardens. Guests can browse the grounds enjoying fountains and statues amongst a variety of flowers and plants.
  
  
• Fairfield San Diego at Harbour Lights
  In the historic Gaslamp Quarter downtown, this resort is steps away from trendy Horton Plaza. Ideal for couples looking for the excitement of downtown San Diego.
  
  
• Gaslamp Plaza Suites
  An urban hotel in San Diego's historic Gaslamp Quarter. Perfect for shopping, fine dining and entertainment. Ideal for a romantic couple's getaway.
  
  
• See the Sea at San Diego
  A beachfront resort, ideal for day trips to golf courses, museums, The San Diego Zoo and SeaWorld.
  
  
• Capri by the Sea at San Diego
  Right on the beach, this resort offers a view and is ideally located for golfing, surfing, deep-sea fishing, bicycling and horseback riding.

*Hint: RCI has more resorts in surrounding areas if you're keen on San Diego, but can't be flexible with dates.

About San Diego:

The city and county are named after the flagship of the Portugese explorer Juan Rodriguez Cabrillo who discovered and claimed the bay. San Diego is a multi-cultural area, rich in heritage that has been experiencing an urban revitalization for the last two decades.

While staying in San Diego, most visitors will want to take in some of the area's shopping. In addition to the notable Horton Plaza - a vibrant, five-level downtown shopping centre - the communities of Carlsbad and Alpine are shopping destinations. A day trip to Mexico is also an option with the border nearby.

San Diego county boasts a semi-arid climate of mild sunny weather and average daily temperature of 21.4ºC. Varied topography offers coastal, mountain and desert environments in close proximity. So what should you pack?

"Unless we're having warm Santa Ana winds, layers are a must," says Ola. "Bring shorts, comfortable sandals, short-sleeved shirts and a light jacket for evenings and at the beaches. A bathing suit to lay on the beach too."

Our Top 10 To Do:

• The San Diego Zoo
  100 acres houses 4,000 rare and endangered animals with a botanical collection of more than 700,000 exotic plants.
  
  
• Sea World San Diego
  Home of the world-famous whale Shamu, performing dolphins and amusement rides.
  
  
• LEGOLAND California
  If you're bringing little travellers with you, this attraction is a special treat.
  
  
• Balboa Park
  The largest urban cultural park in the United States. (Contains the San Diego Zoo.)
  
  
• USS Midway Museum
  Military buffs will love this aircraft carrier museum.
  
  

• Museum of Contemporary Art
  Gallery shows, lecture halls and educational programs in downtown San Diego.
  
  
• Gaslamp Quarter
  The historic part of downtown with restaurants, shopping and theatres.
  
  
• Old Town State Historic Park
  San Diego's and California's first Spanish settlement on the US West Coast.
  
  
• Surfing and Snorkeling
  A warm, inviting climate and 70 miles of beaches make the area ideal for exploring ocean waters.
  
  
• Golfing
  San Diego is a golfer's paradise with more than 92 golf courses in the county.

With so much to see and do, the biggest challenge will be fitting everything into your trip. So whatever brings you to San Diego, you and your family are sure to find something new and interesting around every corner.

Thanks to Garcie Wong for requesting a profile of San Diego!

- Gayle Miller, Director of Owner Services/Education

*Information on San Diego found on en.wikipedia.org and sandiego.org.

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