Travelling in the U.S

America is filled with wonderful destinations worthy of exploration. Though it's difficult, you’ll have to narrow your choices down to the place that you think will be the most entertaining for your family. You might take them to a desert oasis or a mountain hideaway, but one of the best spots for vacations is along the shore. If you’re looking for an ideal combination of sun, surf and things to do, take a look at San Diego.

Visitors to San Diego today would find it difficult to believe that this was once the sleepy little naval station that America’s Pacific Fleet began calling home in 1919. Today, San Diego is crammed with nightclubs, fun eateries and theme parks. In addition, there are miles of gorgeous beaches and several cultural attractions as well. This is definitely a place where visitors can craft vacations of a lifetime.

Whether you are traveling with young children, teenagers or just the two of you, San Diego holds plenty of allure. It’s the home of the world famous San Diego Zoo where visitors have an opportunity to view some 4,000 exotic creatures. One of its headlining exhibits includes giant pandas. In fact, the San Diego Zoo is one of only four in the nation that counts these rare animals among its collection. If you’re traveling with small children, you won’t want to bypass the Children’s Zoo with its adorable animal nursery.

San Diego is also an excellent destination if you’re fascinated by history. Travel to nearby Point Loma, where you’ll find a statue of Juan Rodriguez Cabrillo, who arrived on the site in 1542. In addition to the statue, you’ll be treated to amazing views, the potential for spotting migrating gray whales and an 1855 lighthouse. The city’s excellent Maritime Museum is another worthwhile stop where you can explore diverse vessels and learn all about the hazards of earning a living on the ocean. The Old Town State Historic Park lets you step into a San Diego that no longer exists. Both reconstructed and original structures give visitors a chance to see what the city was like in 1871.

One of San Diego’s finest hotels is also a tourist attraction in its own right. The Hotel Del Coronado has been used as the backdrop for movies and television shows, but it was a popular destination long before the advent of these technologies. The hotel was completed in 1888. Since then, it has hosted movie stars, heads of state and important personages from around the world. If the rooms seem a tad pricey, at least journey out to the Hotel Del to walk the grounds, enjoy lunch and peruse the picture gallery. It’s a quintessential San Diego experience you’ll never forget.

In a country that’s full of memorable vacation destinations, San Diego is among the best with its dependably sunny weather, laid back attitude and wealth of fun and informative attractions.