and Coronado are three of the more popular beaches for sunbathing, surfing, and people-watching. Mission Beach's famous three-mile boardwalk encompasses biking, walking, and skateboarding trails, restaurants, dining, and souvenirs. To see even more of the Pacific Ocean, you can take a Harbor Cruise and look out at the city skyline from the water, or during whaling season, head to the open sea for a whale watching tour.
Unique Local History
For the more serious traveler with an interest in history, San Diego is a treasure map of historical sites. Balboa Park retains much of its Spanish Colonial architecture and you can find many walking and guided tours to learn more about the city's Spanish history starting in the 18th century. The USS Midway Museum is also on the must-see list for almost any visitor to the city, as the ship was the longest serving of any U.S. Aircraft Carrier, and still houses 60 exhibits and 29 restored aircraft from WWII to the Gulf War.
The Gaslamp Quarter is the place to be for a trendy, upscale experience when you venture out from your San Diego timeshare. It comes alive after sunset if you are looking for evening activities, and is the center of the city's nightlife. The neighborhood's stores, bars, and restaurants maintain their own hours but you can often find places to shop, drink, and eat here throughout the day, or catch a game at Petco Park, home of the San Diego Padres.
When to Visit
San Diego's pleasant climate year-round makes it easy to plan your vacation and if you want to avoid the crowds, a lot will depend on what you plan on doing during your trip. You'll notice that the city is at its busiest from Memorial Day through Labor Day when kids are out of school and everyone wants to flock to the beaches on the dry and sunny summer days. You'll find steady crowds throughout the year save for the slower season between Thanksgiving and early February when fewer people are on the beaches, although you may find crowds will pick up on weekends at other San Diego family attractions.
If you are planning a beach holiday, a local weather phenomenon known as May Gray and June Gloom leads to fog and low-lying clouds during those months so you may want to plan your San Diego timeshare vacation around them. However, the many other highlights between the city and the hills beyond are usually clear and fog-free at this time.
There is so much to do throughout the city at any time of year that a San Diego timeshare is the perfect way to vacation in this city and make the most of the experience.
