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Things to Do in Baja California

May 3rd, 2008 · 1 Comment

The peninsula of Baja California is a piece of paradise situated at the westernmost region of Mexico. Geographically speaking, Baja is a unique and interesting place to see and visit. The peninsula is situated between two large bodies of water, the vast Pacific Ocean on the west and the abundant Gulf of California or Sea of Cortez to the east. All throughout the entire length of the peninsula runs a series of coastal mountain ranges which, along with the beaches and deserts of Baja, make up the peninsula’s land region.

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Tags: California · Continental United States · Scuba Diving/Snokerling · United States Destinations · Vacation Types

San Diego Zoo Visit Should Include Balboa Park

May 3rd, 2008 · 6 Comments

A trip to San Diego just has to include a visit to the world-famous San Diego Zoo, where visitors from all over the world continue to be amazed.

Yet many people don’t realize that the San Diego Zoo is just one part of an amazing collection of fascinating attractions and museums that, together, comprise Balboa Park. While you might allow several hours for your visit to the zoo, you could literally come back several different days to enjoy the 15 museums located on this picturesque piece of San Diego real estate.

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Tags: California · Family Destinations · San Diego