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Senior Moments Online
Travel Guide to:
Coronado California
As soon as you cross the Coronado Bridge, you can sense the relaxed lifestyle in this friendly beach town of Coronado California, the home to the World famous Hotel Del Coronado. The dress is casual, the sun is warm, and the beautiful beaches beckon you to walk for miles. Stop along the way and go tide pooling or find a quiet cove to sit back and enjoy the sounds and sights of the ocean. A good place to read that novel you have been wanting to finish. |
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If you need more activity, the Island is ideal for all aquatic sports. From surfing to sailing; or maybe boogie boarding is your thing! However, if you prefer to just go wading and watching, the North Beach in the morning is a good place to see the surfers. If you are up early and walking Coronado Beach, you may also get to see the Navy SEALs in training.
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If you prefer a day of shopping, Coronado is the perfect place to find that special gift. From antiques to paintings, you will find it all here in Coronado. You will have a variety of restaurants to choose from when you need a lunch break. Perhaps a fine glass of California wine sounds good before you continue shopping.
If you are in the mood for just a good burger, try the Beach–N-Dinner. It is in the heart of the village and near all the shops on Orange Avenue. |
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The Ferry Landing is another shopping event to explore. It is located about two miles from the Hotel Del Coronado. They have some fine places for lunch with grand views of downtown San Diego.
http://www.sdhe.com/san-diego-bay-ferry.html
The Ferry Landing gives you access to several pleasurable ways to sightsee. One is to take the Ferry that leaves from the Ferry Landing Marketplace: The San Diego Excursion Ferry. It is a direct route from Coronado Island to the Broadway Pier (Downtown San Diego ) and a great way to see the sights as you cross the bay.
The Island also has a morning/afternoon commuter ferry that has stops at San Diego Broadway Pier, Naval Air Station, North Island, and the Coronado Ferry Landing.
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The least restricted way to travel is the Water Taxi. The Water Taxis run from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. daily, with a wide range of flexible stops around the bay. They are also available for private charters to give you a more personal tour of the bay.
The Taxi boats are well maintained and comfortable with competent and very informative Captains. We have found that crossing the bay or chartering one of these Taxi boats is a fun and safe way to visit Downtown San Diego.
You can ask your hotel to arrange for you to be picked up at a convenient dock location close to your hotel, at a time you request.
Bon Voyage! |
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One more easy and most informative activity is the San Diego Old Town Trolley. The Trolley stop is right in front of The Ferry Landing. It is a relaxed way to see and find out what San Diego has to offer without driving yourself. One unique feature is that you can get off at any stop and go exploring and get back on another Trolley to continue on your chosen route. It is a great way to see Old Town or explore the San Diego Zoo and stop and shop at Seaport Village. However, you will not see everything in one day, so plan your excursion over perhaps a two day time period. San Diego is a fascinating city and you do not want to miss out on the sights because of lack of time.
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If you are a History buff, the Trolley stops near the Midway Aircraft Carrier Museum as well as the Maritime Museum. The Carrier takes time to explore and you will want to see all of this proud and historical Aircraft Carrier.
Be sure to bring comfortable shoes because there is a lot of walking involved. And don’t forget your camera!
Old Town
http://www.oldtownsandiego.org/history.asp
Old Town history is fascinating. It is considered the birthplace of California. It was the first site of the Spanish settlement and the home of the very first Mission. The Missions were the cornerstones of California. Father Juipero Serra started the first Mission in what is now Old Town.
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You have already explored the San Diego area and you want a day just to hang around the Island, but want an alternative way to get around. Bike rentals are available for you to use. The Island has over 15 miles of scenic bike paths for your enjoyment.
If golf is your pleasure, there is the Coronado Municipal Golf course. It is 18 holes and a par 72 with a challenge for all levels of play. The course is located on the bay side so you will have great views of San Diego and the Coronado Bridge to distract your game. |
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