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Discover the Best of San Diego: A Guide to Spring and Summer Fun!

Discover the Best of San Diego: A Guide to Spring and Summer Fun!

 

Welcome to San Diego, a beautiful coastal city in Southern California that offers endless opportunities for exploration and adventure. If you're visiting during the spring or summer months, you're in luck – the weather is warm and sunny, and there are plenty of seasonal attractions to enjoy. Here's a step-by-step guide to help you make the most of your trip:

  1. Start your day with a visit to Balboa Park, a sprawling urban park that is home to over 15 museums, beautiful gardens, and a world-famous zoo. Take a leisurely stroll through the park's lush green spaces, or rent a bike to cover more ground.

  2. Next, head over to the San Diego Zoo, which is located inside Balboa Park. This world-renowned zoo is home to over 3,500 animals from all over the world, and offers a variety of exhibits and shows. Be sure to check out the zoo's new Africa Rocks exhibit, which features animals from different regions of the African continent.

  3. After your visit to the zoo, head downtown to the historic Gaslamp Quarter. This vibrant neighborhood is packed with restaurants, bars, and shops, and is a great place to grab lunch or do some souvenir shopping. Be sure to take a stroll down Fifth Avenue, which is lined with Victorian-era buildings and trendy boutiques.

  4. In the afternoon, head to La Jolla Cove, a stunning beach that is a popular destination for swimming, sunbathing, and snorkeling. You can also rent a kayak or stand-up paddleboard to explore the cove's beautiful cliffs and sea caves.

  5. As the sun begins to set, head to the top of Mount Soledad, which offers breathtaking views of the San Diego skyline and the Pacific Ocean. This is a great place to take photos and enjoy the cool evening breeze.

  6. End your day with a visit to one of San Diego's many craft breweries. The city is home to over 150 breweries, each with its own unique flavor and style. Grab a pint of locally-brewed beer and chat with some of the friendly locals – San Diego is known for its laid-back and welcoming vibe.

This is just a small sample of all the amazing things to see and do in San Diego. Whether you're interested in history, culture, or just soaking up the California sun, this city has something for everyone. So pack your bags and come experience the best of San Diego for yourself!

Bangkok Temples and more – You will be in awe!

Bangkok Temples and more – You will be in awe!

As the Asia’s backpacking capital, also known as the Banana Pancake Trail, because of the many stalls selling banana cakes within the cities along the trail. Bangkok is a commercial and economic center of Thailand. It can be a difficult city to navigate for single travelers, but if you get yourself familiarize with the transportation system, and a comfortable hotel around then you'll easily tour the city's sights on your own. It's a fascinating yet chaotic place, brimming with sights, thrills, people, cultures, noise and bedlam.It’s fun visiting the place and here are some things for you to know before going there:

Chatuchak Weekend Market

Chatuchak market is a famous weekend market in the Northern Bangkok. It's quite easy to find thru public transportation. It's a huge market that you really can find anything you’re looking for, along with many things you never knew you wanted!

Rooftop Bar

There are about 20 stunning rooftop bars in the city. And don’t ever miss the fun of visiting some, some of these bars are chilled out areas, some are simple tourist areas matched with sceneries around the city, yet a few more are hidden with a local crowd.

Chao Phraya River

With its low alluvial plain forming the center of the country, this river played a key role in attracting tourists from all over. There are numerous ways to experience the river, with many boats that tour in Bangkok’s prominent temples.

Discover Chao Phraya River
Discover Chao Phraya River

Floating Market

There’s not just one, but 5 floating markets that every traveler has to visit. Most in these market places offer fruits, vegetables, snacks and sweets. The most popular tourist floating market in Thailand is Damnoen Saduak, great for picture taking, food variances, and such an attractive place to witness the traditional way of selling and buying things. A must try is the sticky mango rice! Yum!

Visit Bangkok Floating Market
Visit Bangkok Floating Market

Temples

Splendid temples are just around the city that serves as religious dwellings, your tour will NOT be complete without seeing the magnificent infrastructures built in the historic center, located on the East bank of the Chao Phraya river. Most temples were built by Kings of the Chakri dynasty and some contain the ashes of former Chakri Kings. To name some of these temples are: Wat Phrao Kaeo Bangkok, Wat Benchamabophit White Marble Wat, and Wat Phrao Kaeo Bangkok.

Visit eTips or Bangkok Travel Guide and Offline City Map & Metro to experience the Best of it!