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I think jumping out of a plane is on many people's things-to-do before-I-die lists. For a little less than $200 ($189 before tax), it's a great thrill. The location is really great. The view of the landscape is great as you jump out from 13,000 feet, watching the world come back to you at about 120mph. Supposedly you can see all the way to Mexico, and the sun setting in the Pacific can be calming as your life flashes before your eyes.
The facility was packed when we went on Oct 21, 2006. This place is very popular and has alot of cool people working there. We were kind of lucky to have Tiger Woods and some of his friends jump from our plane. There is another facility, SouthCoast SkyDive, but they only jump from 9,000 feet; this place gives you an extra 4,000ft.
SkyDiveSandDiego had 2 air craft going up that day. One of them could hold up to 23 jumpers at a time. If you bring a big group make sure to reserve in advance and double confirm the times and call as soon as possible if you are running late. We had a reservation hiccup and ended up waiting more than 4 hours. The main issue was that we booked our jump from a place called SkyRide in Atlanta, GA. Big mistake. It would have saved us a lot of hassel if we just called the SkyDiveSanDiego, directly.
You can have another parachutist go up with you to take video of the plunge for $89. Watching the camera man swoop around me was really cool. It was like he was flying matrix-style as he was able to go slower and faster and take shots of me from 360 degrees both up and down and around. You can see the video from the Website link, below. The Instructor I was hooked to was named "Tigger" and he was a very cool guy. Very calm and fun too. He spun us around and made the parachute swoop around like it was an eagle.
The one mistake i did was not to keep my eye on the horizon. I was too busy checking out the ocean and the mountains and the Lakes below. So, I got a little dizzy afterwards. Leave a Comment
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Well you see I work part time at Hike Bike Kayak located in the beautiful San Diego, I’ve lived here long enough to say this is probably one of the best things you can do when visiting San Diego, it suits anybody well. You can either ride in a tandem or a single. Its about 2 hour adventure that starts off the shore of La Jolla and goes along the shore line where you will see leopard sharks, then from there head out to the La Jolla sea caves; there are about 8 of them, if its calm enough a guide will take you through them, around the caves you’ll see plenty of fish and sea lions; from there head out to the natural kelp forest where you’ll have a chance to jump and swim around and knock your friends off there kayak. La Jolla is the most picturesque area in San Diego and kayaking in the Pacific Ocean in the sun is a lot of fun and a great workout. Highly recommend it !!
*also we do a KayakSnorkle
*prices Tandem tour is $70 ($35pp) Single Kayak $35
*you can rent the kayak with out the tour at a cheaper price also
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 by SrechkoLeave a Comment Address: Torrey Pines Gliderport, San Diego
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 The ol' ballgame! by Marisa79Leave a Comment Directions: Downtown
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Running or rollerblading at Lake Miramar.
There is a track around the lake that's about 5 miles long, and it's great for running, powerwalking or rollerblading - not to mention, watching people doing all of this! There's not much traffic - mostly other runners, skaters etc.
There are restrooms and water fountains in the main parking lot, and also at various places along the track. Leave a Comment Directions: Scripps Ranch. From I-15 (do not take the express lanes) exit at Mira Mesa Blvd. and go east. Turn right when the road ends at Scripps Ranch Blvd. Turn left at the second light onto Scripps Lake Dr.
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 by Honeyplease
This was an unsuspected great time, everyone need to go! I caught 3 fish and enjoyed eating them that very same night. What's great about catching the fish is the deck hands come around and take the fish off the hook for you and on your way back to shore they'll even filet them for you. If you get the time on your visit here, try it out, you will have a wonderful time. O yea, please don't go if you're easily sea sick. Leave a Comment Address: 140 Scott Street San Diego, CA 92106-2767Other Contact: 619-223-1627 www.pointlomasportf
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 by AnneKLM
Del Mar season is brief, but lots of fun! If you find yourself in San Diego sometime between mid-July and early September, definitely give yourself a chance to experience it. The racetrack and the thoroughbred club are beautiful in themselves, with lush, green lawns, lots of flowers and gorgeous buildings. Watching the races, maybe betting some money on your favorite horse puts you in the proper Del Mar spirit.
Many families make a picknick out of it, bringing food, drinks and lawn chairs, and just spend the day watching the races, relaxing and having fun. A nice family outing!
There are also restaurants and bars, serving, among other things, the Del Margarita and the Del Martini. Leave a Comment Directions: In the City of Del Mar, 20 miles north of downtown San Diego, 100 miles south of Los Angeles on I-5. Take the Del Mar exit and follow signs towards 'Fairground'.Other Contact: http://www.delmarracing.com
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 Qualcomm Park: San Diego,
CA by b1bobLeave a Comment
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 by seth0919
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http://public.fotki.com/seth0919/sd_padres_vs_arizon/ Leave a Comment Address: Qualcomm Park
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 by seth0919
One afternoon we went fishing with the Point Loma Sportfishing company. They took us out for a 1/2 day trip. The boat was relatively full, but we still had a great time. Julie (a deckhand) was very helpful in explaining what to do, as most of were all beginners. All of us except for Sam, who had been fishing for over 20 years (recreationally, not professionally) and was hoping to bag a shark on this particular trip. Jamie was able to reel in the only 'keeper', a 16 inch 3 pound Calico Bass. I do have a tale of 'the one that got away.' As I fought him, Sam caught a climpse of the watery beast, and his only comment: 'It was PRETTY BIG.' I wouldn't quite call my self Ahab but I'd say it a hell of a lot of fun! Leave a Comment
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