Maribeth Mellin - Frommers San Diego Day by Day

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About This Guide

Organizing your time. Thats what this guide is all about.

Other guides give you long lists of things to see and do and then expect you to fit the pieces together. The Day by Day guides are different. These guides tell you the best of everything, and then they show you how to see it in the smartest, most time-efficient way. Our authors have designed detailed itineraries organized by time, neighborhood, or special interest. And each tour comes with a bulleted map that takes you from stop to stop.

Hoping to wiggle your toes in the oceanside sand in San Diegos year-round perfect weather? Sample some killer street tacos or observe the giant pandas at one of the nations finest zoos? How about strolling along the Embarcadero, off San Diego Bay, or through the historic Gaslamp Quarter, where San Diegos urban revival began? Whatever your interest or schedule, the Day by Days give you the smartest routes to follow. Not only do we take you to the top attractions, hotels, and restaurants, but we also help you access those special moments that locals get to experiencethose finds that turn tourists into travelers.

The Day by Days are also your top choice if youre looking for one complete guide for all your travel needs. The best hotels and restaurants for every budget, the greatest shopping values, the wildest nightlifeits all here.

Why should you trust our judgment? Because our authors personally visit each place they write about. Theyre an independent lot who say what they think and would never include places they wouldnt recommend to their best friends. Theyre also open to suggestions from readers. If youd like to contact them, please send your comments our way at , and well pass them on.

Enjoy your Day by Day guidethe most helpful travel companion you can buy. And have the trip of a lifetime.

About the Author

Maribeth Mellin is an award-winning journalist and photographer based in San Diego. She has received Mexicos prestigious Pluma de Plata award as well as commendations from Cancn, Cozumel, Acapulco, and other destinations. In addition, her articles on medical, social, and legal issues have garnered numerous awards from journalism organizations. Mellin has authored several travel books, and her articles and photos have appeared in the San Diego Union-Tribune, Los Angeles Times, Dallas Morning News, Endless Vacation magazine, San Francisco Chronicle, and other publications. She also has contributed to multiple websites, including Concierge.com and TravelCNN.com. When not traveling the globe, she enjoys time at home with her husband near the beach and border in San Diego.

An Additional Note

Please be advised that travel information is subject to change at any timeand this is especially true of prices. We therefore suggest that you write or call ahead for confirmation when making your travel plans. The authors, editors, and publisher cannot be held responsible for the experiences of readers while traveling. Your safety is important to us, however, so we encourage you to stay alert and be aware of your surroundings.

Star Ratings, Icons & Abbreviations

Every hotel, restaurant, and attraction listing in this guide has been ranked for quality, value, service, amenities, and special features using a star-rating system. Hotels, restaurants, attractions, shopping, and nightlife are rated on a scale of zero stars (recommended) to three stars (exceptional). In addition to the star-rating system, we also use a icon to point out the best bets for families. Within each tour, we recommend cafes, bars, or restaurants where you can take a break. Each of these stops appears in a shaded box marked with a coffee-cup-shaped bullet .

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