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5 Free Ways to Move Around San Diego this Summer 

What’s better than San Diego’s summer sunshine? Stretching your summer travel budget so you can see and do more by combining San Diego’s affordable and extensive public transportation network with these 5 free ways to get around.  Free Ride Everywhere Downtown (FRED) Run Dates: Year Round Make your way throughout downtown San Diego with FRED San […]

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Merry Mission Bay for the Holidays!

The holidays are just around the corner and there’s no better place to be than San Diego’s sparkling Mission Bay where distinctly California festivities await! Mission Bay Christmas Boat Parade of Lights Everybody loves a holiday parade. But in San Diego, they don’t just happen in the streets. A unique maritime way to make some […]

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Amazing Animal Encounters on San Diego’s Mission Bay!

Located just minutes from downtown San Diego, Mission Bay Park is the largest park of its kind in the world, spread out over 4,200 sparkling acres. Something you may not know about this aquatic playground is that there are some really cool and surprising animal encounters along its 27 miles of beaches.

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Affordable Mission Valley – Where to Play and Stay!

I’m on a “mission” (pun intended 😉 ) to find the most affordable sights, bites and places to stay in Mission Valley and share them with you for when you visit San Diego.

Find out how to win a stay in San Diego when you finish reading this post!

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7 Free Things to Do with Kids in San Diego

Believe it or not, one of the most amazing destinations to visit with kids actually has so many fun things to do that are free! If you are heading into town and looking for great adventures to do with your family on a budget, check out my favorite free things to do with kids in San Diego!

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San Diego Offers Free Use of Beach Wheelchairs in Mission Beach

The City of San Diego’s Park & Recreation Department provides a number of services for the disabled – including free use of motorized beach wheelchairs that allow those with mobility disabilities to propel independently along the sand at Mission Beach. There’s even a non-motorized chair that allows users to roll right in to the ocean.

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Free Summer Concerts Throughout San Diego County – 2013

Free summer concerts have become traditions in neighborhoods throughout San Diego County. They’re an opportunity for visitors, locals and their families to socialize, picnic, enjoy music together – and maybe even dance as the sun sets on another perfect San Diego day.

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