San Diego California Vacation Guide

San Diego Local News and Blogs

Thins I like in San Diego, I've been able to accumulate some knowledge of local landmarks -- places and things that in some way or another signify the essence and character of San Diego. Now, I don't mean your obvious, popular tourist attractions or destinations such as Sea World or the San Diego Zoo. Or even areas like the Gaslamp Quarter or Old Town.

What we're talking about here are entities which call out your attention while traveling through the city. For visitors, it's exemplified by the "What's that?" factor -- when you see it, you say "What's that?" So here's a list of some of San Diego's more significant -- and not-so-significant -- landmarks.

The Trolley
You see them while downtown, crossing the San Diego Riverbed, speeding by as your caught in freeway gridlock. San Diego may not have a subway system like New York City, but we have our bright red trolley system. With its major hub in downtown and branching off both to the south all the way to the U.S.-Mexico border, and to the east to Santee in the east county and also through Mission Valley, the San Diego Trolley is a popular mode of public transportation and as much a symbol of San Diego as red tile roofs. A major eastern expansion through Mission Valley up to San Diego State University and on to Grossmont is in progress and is slated to begin operation in 2004.

Cabrillo National Monument/Point Loma Lighthouse
In honor of Juan Rodriguez Cabrillo, who sailed into what is now San Diego Bay in 1542, this National Park is situated at the tip of Point Loma, a long, scenic peninsula that forms San Diego Bay. The park offers one of the most incredible views of the harbor, Pacific Ocean and the city, and you can get some history to go along with the view at the visitors center and old Lighthouse.

Alex Curtis's girl works at San Diego Zoo

A few mo pics by Alexander Curtis.  

About Alex Curtis of San Diego. I'm your average run of the mill, fun loving guy who enjoys life esp in beaut San Diego. I hate when people say they are unique...Everyone is their own unique little snowflake so get over it...I prefer the term goofball...If you can't enjoy life then whats the point?

I got a great group of friends now in San Diego and a family that is more supportive than anyone could ask for. Bonus points if you get along with your family and don't mind going out on Friday's with your parents for Happy Hour. I'm originally from NZ but will be in San Diego till I die. I love it here, I love the outdoors, I love sports and love going to concerts...Red Rocks is the best!

You should be vocal, out-going, know what you want. Even if I'm not it, I like people around me who are opinionated, helps balance me out a little bit. I can be very outspoken and some what "confident" if you will but I can laugh and poke fun at myself more than anyone else ever could so I figure I got the right to be.

Pic of Alex Curtis friend Bob at Astros stadium.