some advice on where to stay please

[megaflyer]

Originally Posted by Annie17

thank you so much for all your replies

definatley looking at the

LAX
Universal
Anaheim
San Diego option

Is Six Flags close to Universal?

In regards to the park, we are really into walking and taking in the senery so would like somewhere that looks nice

I do really appreciate all your replies

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For San Diego (probably the best place for parks in August) then Aims is your POC.


But from my memory memorable parks I have visited and recommend are Balbao Park which has something for everyone, Coronardo, not really a park but a wonderful island community to stroll around, Point Loma I “think” is a National park/monument (Cabrillo) but I have only been there for work reasons and its steeped in military history and sight of first settlers etc - even saw my first Cayote there (and several since over the years )

[cornishfrogboy]

Originally Posted by megaflyer

For San Diego (probably the best place for parks in August) then Aims is your POC.


But from my memory memorable parks I have visited and recommend are Balbao Park which has something for everyone, Coronardo, not really a park but a wonderful island community to stroll around, Point Loma I “think” is a National park/monument (Cabrillo) but I have only been there for work reasons and its steeped in military history and sight of first settlers etc - even saw my first Cayote there (and several since over the years )

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Balboa Park has an absolutely world class Zoo (and I don’t generally like Zoos).
Airspace, a very large indoor aircraft museum.
An ‘English House’, where you can drink ‘English tea’ whilst admiring Chuck and Di wedding teacups, A phone box and various other ‘English’ things.
All in a huge, immaculate, beautiful park.. with free parking throughout (a rarity in a tourist area).

In addition you get
Seaworld.
The fascinating USS Midway.
Cruises around the inner bay.
Coronado beach.
Seaport
Kansas City Bar and Grill (Top gun bar).
Tijuana border just a few miles away.

It is simply a lovely, relaxing, prosperous (certainly in the middle), city and we loved it. A ‘Gosandiego’ card worked really well for us.

[Annie17]

you have all been so helpful thank you so much

[Aims]

Originally Posted by megaflyer

For San Diego (probably the best place for parks in August) then Aims is your POC.

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Wow, between you and CFB you have both done a great job covering San Diego and building it up. Annie probably doesn't need me now


If I can add anything though- Cabrillo National Monument is a national park and well worth a visit. San Diego does have a couple of state parks: Old Town State Historic Park, and Torrey Pines State Reserve and State Beach (that beach is in the photo in my signature).



Annie, I think you would love the vibe in San Diego. It's very laid-back and relaxed, a nice change of pace from LA, but still has a lot to do and see.

[KarenG]

I would also add that San Diego is a really super place to visit. Amazing weather, many many local attractions and easy to navigate. Felt very laid back but with loads to offer

[cornishfrogboy]

Originally Posted by KarenG

I would also add that San Diego is a really super place to visit. Amazing weather, many many local attractions and easy to navigate. Felt very laid back but with loads to offer

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For a major urbanisation and a naval port bigger than Pompey, Plymouth and Chatham combined and a Naval air station with several hundred live airframes.. it really is a bit of a paradise.

[megaflyer]

Originally Posted by cornishfrogboy

For a major urbanisation and a naval port bigger than Pompey, Plymouth and Chatham combined and a Naval air station with several hundred live airframes.. it really is a bit of a paradise.

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There is so much happening military wise around there - short drive to Miramar which do pre booked tours (or used to do a few years back when I last visited) also did a Navy Seal tour via a boat - booked by concierge at a hotel, so much to do and see (as well as beaches etc) . I once did a day trip to Tijuana on the tram - well I have done it, was an experience and not one I would do again, but its an option ?