Photo Tour: The San Diego Zoo

    The San Diego Zoo is home to over 4,000 animals of over 800 species. It is one of the largest zoos in the world and has an amazing team of zookeepers. It is situated near Balboa Park on a 107 acre parcel of land in the middle of San Diego.  It is always an experience to be able to see these animals and at times interact with them as well. Great for kids and adults alike.  See the giraffes, lions, tigers, African Black Rhinos, Giant Pandas, elephants, birds, monkeys, and much, much more. The San Diego Zoo has an amazing range of animals and also of plant species. They have shows also that display certain animals as they discuss the facts about the animals and their talents. A scenic sky gondola can take you from...
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San Diego, A Diner's Paradise

       When we think of a place like San Diego, our mind usually conjures up images of beaches and palm trees, sunshine and mostly good weather. Maybe the San Diego Zoo or Sea World as well as the San Diego Bay, the Coronado Bridge, and quite a few Naval Bases.     What some of us might not imagine is that San Diego is home to some of the finest restaurants in the world and is really growing some culinary roots.  The range of ethnic cuisine here is outstanding. Also, from fine dining to casual eateries, San Diego offers more delicious restaurants than one could possibly imagine.     It is common for new residents to think that they miss San Francisco, Los Angeles, or New York because...
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The Second Home of Mardi Gras

 San Diego's Mardi Gras seems to be growing by leaps and bounds -- 40,000 expected in attendance this year. People have been partying all night in the famous Gaslamp Quarter with world-class DJ's on the soundstages.    The San Diego Mardi Gras festivities began on Tuesday Mar. 9 and continued on into the night as revelers decked out in Mardi Gras attire and wild outfits danced to hypnotic beats coming from the loudspeakers.    The festivities here in San Diego are growing yearly as people from around the world are discovering what a great time of year it is to visit 'America's Finest City'.  Many international travelers and tourists alike have gathered together for this once-a-year event that rivals some...
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The RC44 International Sailing Regatta Comes to San Diego Bay

     San Diego has once again seen the world class sailing yacht races in their own San Diego Bay -- continuing it's reputation as one of the world's finest venues for world class sailing events. To celebrate the return of the most technologically advanced sailing class -- now named the RC44 -- San Diego's new Port Pavilion on the Boadway Pier has been hosting this event from March 2-6, as well as opened it's facility to the public for the viewing of this spectacular series of races. This has been viewed as a 'coming out party' of sorts which hopefully will bring international attention to the Port Pavillion -- which is the Port of San Diego's new cruise terminal and event center -- and put it in the upcoming spotlight...
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A Nice Sunny Day in Old Town, San Diego: Photo Tour

   One of the most historic parts of San Diego has to be Old Town -- and if you crave some of the best Mexican food this side of the border and beyond -- then this place is a must-visit. The shopping is also quite unique -- it's a great place to pick up interesting souvenirs from one of the oldest California border towns.   I took a walk on this beautiful day of Monday, Feb. 28th, and scored these great shots of one of our local treasures -- Share...
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San Diego's Top 5 Beaches

   Ahhh yess  the beaches. One cannot bring to mind San Diego and not visualize in some way the beautiful beaches stretched all the way down the coast from the North County to La Jolla, Mission Bay and San Diego Bay, as well as the southernmost point of the southwestern United States.  It is a wonderland of beach paradise.    After living in San Diego for about 4-5 years now -- being a trans-plant from Kailua-Kona, Hawaii -- I'm finally getting a feel for each beach and it's community, and have been slowly learning my way around these places.    It feels good to know the right place for the occasion, whether it be surf or fun beach activities.  I have taken it upon myself as my duty to represent...
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