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QUESTION: Jason
Was hoping you may be able to help my out. I keep reading and reading of things to do in California but cant seem to find the direct answers to some questions. I am taking my family there on a vacation on March 10th and we are staying until the 23rd. We are flying into San Fran then heading to LA then to San Diego.
Can you think of things to do in the different places. I was thinking of the one city pass where you get Disney, universal and San Diego zoo and sea world tickets.
What do you suggest for each city. My kids are 14 , 16 , 18 and this is our first visit to California and most likely our only visit we are from Ontario Canada.
We would like to see the wild life of the ocean, spend some time on the beaches and see the good things in the different cities. Plus what is there to do when you have kids as far as night life in the cities. Allot to ask but hope you can help me or direct me in the right direction to find the answers.
ANSWER: William,
I checked into the city pass and it seems like a good deal, I would also suggest a boat trip to Catalina Island. There are Aquiriums all over the California coast and thee are lots of beaches too. March is a good time of year as most places aren't quite as crowded. Us Californians are spoiled and when the weather is 50 it might as well be below zero. As far as the night life goes that really depends on the interests of your children. There are under age night clubs and lots of movie theatres. Roller rinks, bowling, put-put golf, the usual.
I hope you enjoy your trip and get to see everything you would like to see.
Jason
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QUESTION: Can you name some Aquiriums to stop at as i travel down the coast or specific positions to stop to see the whales or seals.
Plus where would some of the roller rinks be.
Is it worth the stop at Venice Beach to roller blade along it or a waste of time. Where is the borad walk that has the sort of mini amusement park on it.
William,
There is an aquirium in Monterey and one in Long Beach, I am not sure where the roller rinks are but it is definitely worth rolling blading in Venice. I really enjoy biking on the strand myself. You can actually bike or blade from Venice to Hermosa Beach (you ned to make a detour around the marina south of Venice but it is a nice day activity.) The Santa Monica pier is just north of Venice beach, you can't miss it. They have a new solar powered ferris wheel now too. I believe the pier picks up where Santa Monica Blvd runs into the ocean.
Hope I have been a help.
Jason Curodeau
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I can answer all questions regarding best routes of travel. Although I cannot predict traffic conditions, I can provide the most scenic and dynamic route for the traveller on a budget and or schedule. I also know the most direct and yet scenic routes.
Experience
I have had the opportunity to travel quite extensively throughout the Southwest and the Pacific Northwest, both as a resident and traveler. My search for adventure and new experiences has given me the thirst for the "road less travelled". Because I am not independently wealthy, the road I travel is as an admirer of the journey. As long as I can find a place to sleep for next to nothing, pack some food, and afford the gas I am down the road. If given a description of the prospective travelers needs I can easily provide them with detailed route options independent of their finances and suited to their needs.
Most of my travels have been by automobile. I recently purchased a motorcycle and I am taking ten day trip from Joshua Tree to Auburn California and I am taking back roads and state highways the entire way. I will take a day trip around Lake Tahoe, where I lived for two years, and cruise the old highways of the Gold Mining era. I will cut across towards the Pacific and slowly wind my way down the coast taking in every minute smell and experience temperature changes subtly created by the shadow of leaves
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I am currently a full-time, thirty-seven year old student and I am preparing to begin a career in primary education. I have chosen this field not only because I feel it will be rewarding but also for the travel time it will allow me. I anticipate frequent world travel in my near future.
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