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LA/San Diego/Tijuana Tour - Suggestions?
Hi all,
I've got a 4-day weekend planned. Going from Austin, TX into LAX 3/18. From there, planning to drive around LA, down through, San Clemente, SanDiego and briefly (on foot) over to Tijuana, then back to LAX 3/21. We're a couple, late 20's, young professionals. We enjoy adventurous, thrill-type activities. We also want to see what the area has to offer that we can't see anywhere else. Hollywood-type attractions might be nice in LA. What's good to do in San Diego or along the rest of the way? All we've planned so far is air and car, as we like to create the rest of our trip on the fly, but don't want to waste time trying to figure out what's good to do and the logistics of getting around to them all once we get there due to the limited time. If you have any suggestions, please post them here. I'd like to make the most of this trip, as we haven't gotten to travel in almost a year and have not experienced this area of the country yet. Thanks, Chris & Pamela J. |
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In San Diego, go to Balboa Park where there are several museums and
attractions. There is a free (I think) trolley car where you can get on and off throughout the tour. The trolley driver talks to you all about the area along the way. Go to Old Town, Sea Port Village, go to Coronado, drive up to La Jolla and see the seals on the rocky beach. Of course go to the beach--there are many good ones. We love visiting SD. wrote in message oups.com... Hi all, I've got a 4-day weekend planned. Going from Austin, TX into LAX 3/18. From there, planning to drive around LA, down through, San Clemente, SanDiego and briefly (on foot) over to Tijuana, then back to LAX 3/21. We're a couple, late 20's, young professionals. We enjoy adventurous, thrill-type activities. We also want to see what the area has to offer that we can't see anywhere else. Hollywood-type attractions might be nice in LA. What's good to do in San Diego or along the rest of the way? All we've planned so far is air and car, as we like to create the rest of our trip on the fly, but don't want to waste time trying to figure out what's good to do and the logistics of getting around to them all once we get there due to the limited time. If you have any suggestions, please post them here. I'd like to make the most of this trip, as we haven't gotten to travel in almost a year and have not experienced this area of the country yet. Thanks, Chris & Pamela J. |
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Actually, TJ has some fabulous restaurants. Search sdnet.eats on
www.deja.com for Tijuana restaurant recommendations. DKM On 3 Mar 2005 09:48:17 -0800, wrote: Tijuana is a definite do not miss. Think of Beyond Thunder Dome with cheap souviners, street beggers, and horrible ethnic food. TJ should not be considered Mexico, it gives Mexicans a bad name. To contact me directly, send EMAIL to (single letters all) DEE_KAY_EMM AT EarthLink.net. [For example .] |
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Here's my reply to a similiar question asked back in Sept. 04:
I am from So Calif & it is usually beautiful here in October. Hopefully, you will have a car & not get too intimidated by our freeways. They really aren't all that bad, except in rush hour. I'll drive here, but I refuse to drive in Italy or Brazil! We're much safer drivers... Anyway, if you start in San Diego, it is a beautiful city - Seaworld and the San Diego Zoo are well worth a visit. Old Town San Diego, where California was founded is very interesting & 'The Gaslamp Quarter' and has nice restaurants, bars & boutiques; Seaport Village is a little cheesy, but you're right there & if it's a beautiful day, a nice walk along the water. Coronado Island is also nice - the world-famous 'Hotel Del' is there. I've heard about a tour company that shows you San Diego & also takes you to Tijuana, in Mexico south of the border, which is fun & eye-opening in itself (I wouldn't drive yourself if you haven't done it before): Sandiegotours.us Up the coast is charming La Jolla & the Scripps Institute. Keep driving north up the I-5, then cut off to the 'Beach Cities' and Pacific Coast Highway in San Clemente. This is a cute old surfing town, next Dana Point has a lovely harbor. Next town inland is San Juan Capistrano, well worth a visit to it's mission & the Del Rio District. Although I live in Newport, Laguna BEach is my favorite. Darling surf/artists town you can stroll the galleries & stores for a good day. The beach is right there & Main Beach is where it all happens. (Although Diamond Street beach is my fav - small & scenic.) Next Corona del Mar, which has some beautiful beaches, coves & cliffs. If you like gardens, the Sherman Gardens on PCH is very interesting & beautiful. Then Newport - Fashion Island Shopping Center is fun - Neiman Marcus & Bloomingdales & fun just to people watch in this outdoor setting, unusual for a mall. Balboa Island is wonderful & after walking Marine Avenue, walk along the Boardwalk to the ferry over to Balboa Peninsula. The Fun Zone is typical old California beach amusement park & ok to walk through. On the ocean side, is the huge long beach, starting with the Wedge, a popular (& dangerous) spot for bodysurfers, then Balboa Pier & then Newport Pier, connected by a boardwalk. I'm not a huge fan of Huntington, but further north is Seal Beach, another darling litle beach town. However, from Newport, I'd head inland to Disneyland & if possible, Knott's Berry Farm for a taste of old Caifornia. From here, Hollywood & Universal Studios. For a peaceful & beautiful day, visit the Huntington Library & Gardens in Pasadena - just spectacular. Drive up Sunset to Beverly Hills & park & walk Rodeo - always fascinating & again, amazing people-watching. From here, Santa Monica is a great town on the beach, Venice Beach is wild & a kick, then to LAX, which is close by. If you really have some more time (which you won't after doing all this in a week!), I highly suggest driving up to Santa Barabara, a wonderful town - the mission there is well-preserved & a great example of California's history, State Street is just fabulous with outdoor cafes, boutiques - lots of fun. Inland is Santa Inez & our S. California wine country. Enjoy! Have a great trip! Let me know if you need any more specifics & don't let the negative people put you off - it's like saying you shouldn't go to NYC - ridiculous! |
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We're a couple, late 20's, young professionals. We enjoy adventurous,
thrill-type activities. If you REALLY want a thrill, go to Tijuana and get in an accident or get busted for just about anything. It doesn't have to be anything you really did. No one with any brains would take the chance. Others in the NG will laugh at this, but do so Google-ing on the subject. You won't go. |
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I've been to Tijuana & Ensenada literally hundreds of times, having
grown up in California - both vacationing there & volunteering at Tijuana orphanages. Have never had anything bad happen - ever. I know there are horror stories, but in most cases they've done something (ie drugs) to cause the problems. I don't think taking a tour is going to exactly expose you to any possible problems unless you try to smuggle something back. |
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