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Discover The New SeaWorld San Diego Orca Experience

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Witness what SeaWorld San Diego has been up to with their all new Orca Encounter Show. Experience a whole new way to connect with the ocean’s most powerful predator. Dive deeper into their masterful hunting techniques and complex communication codes. Learn about the role of family and importance of play. And leave with a deeper connection to one of the sea’s mightiest, most magnificent animals.

Did you know that Orcas eat up to 500 pounds of food a day?  They like to eat fish, sea lions, penguins, squid, sea turtles, sharks, and even other kinds of whales?  And they don’t even chew their food!  They sallow it whole!

Another intriguing fact about Orcas is that they weigh up 6 tons and are multi-colored.  They have black on their backs and white on their tummies.  These are just a few of the many facts you will learn about the whales at the all new Orca Encounter at SeaWorld San Diego. 

Witness what SeaWorld San Diego has been up to with their all new Orca Encounter Show. Experience a whole new way to connect with the ocean’s most powerful predator. Dive deeper into their masterful hunting techniques and complex communication codes. Learn about the role of family and importance of play. And leave with a deeper connection to one of the sea’s mightiest, most magnificent animals.

See The New Orca Encounter at SeaWorld San Diego

In 2017, my family and I had the opportunity to preview the new show, which was similar to watching a live documentary.  By far, the new Orca Encounter is much less theatorical and more educational in substance.

During the show, there are a total of 11 whales that perform outstanding choreographed moves set to synchronized music.  The whales still come out of the water to display their beauty, but the trainers no longer swim with them.

Witness what SeaWorld San Diego has been up to with their all new Orca Encounter Show. Experience a whole new way to connect with the ocean’s most powerful predator. Dive deeper into their masterful hunting techniques and complex communication codes. Learn about the role of family and importance of play. And leave with a deeper connection to one of the sea’s mightiest, most magnificent animals.

Now the animal behavorists explain to the audience how the whales hunt for their prey in the wild and communicate with one another through play.

Witness what SeaWorld San Diego has been up to with their all new Orca Encounter Show. Experience a whole new way to connect with the ocean’s most powerful predator. Dive deeper into their masterful hunting techniques and complex communication codes. Learn about the role of family and importance of play. And leave with a deeper connection to one of the sea’s mightiest, most magnificent animals.

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Discount Tickets To ScotsFestival At The Queen Mary

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Get discount tickets to ScotsFestival & International Highland Games XXIV at the Queen Mary in Long Beach on February 17-18. Experience the rich culture and history of Scotland first hand through an array of authentic activities, athletics, dancing, entertainment and cuisine in ode to the Queen Mary’s Scottish legacy.

Attend the 25th annual ScotsFestival & International Highland Games XXIV at the Queen Mary in Long Beach on February 17-18 from 9 a.m. – 6 p.m.  Experience the rich culture and history of Scotland first hand through an array of authentic activities, athletics, dancing, entertainment and cuisine in ode to the Queen Mary’s Scottish legacy.

Quick Link: Discount tickets to the ScotsFestival in Long Beach

Eighty-five years ago, in the quaint seaside town of Clydebank, Scotland, construction began on the Queen Mary.  Exemplifying the finest craftsmanship of the country, the Queen Mary’s legacy is undeniable and today the ship’s heritage is celebrated through the two-day ScotsFestival honoring Scottish culture.

Get discount tickets to ScotsFestival & International Highland Games XXIII at the Queen Mary in Long Beach on February 18-19 from 9 a.m. - 6 p.m. Experience the rich culture and history of Scotland first hand through an array of authentic activities, athletics, dancing, entertainment and cuisine in ode to the Queen Mary’s Scottish legacy.

Official ScotsFestival Opening Ceremonies begin with the traditional Grand Parade of Clans & Bands with an Address to the Haggis.

Get discount tickets to ScotsFestival & International Highland Games XXIII at the Queen Mary in Long Beach on February 18-19 from 9 a.m. - 6 p.m. Experience the rich culture and history of Scotland first hand through an array of authentic activities, athletics, dancing, entertainment and cuisine in ode to the Queen Mary’s Scottish legacy.

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Best Time To Visit Mission San Juan Capistrano

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Mission San Juan Capistrano is a historical Spanish mission located in San Juan Capistrano, California. As one of the original 21 Spanish missions in California, they offer educational programs such as living history days, school field trips and homeschool tours and classes. Spring is the best time to visit Mission San Juan Capistrano when the gardens are in full bloom.

One of my favorite places to visit in the late winter, early spring in Southern California is The Mission San Juan Capistrano.  The character of the buildings, the history, and uniqueness of the mission add to the charm of the small town which it resides in.

The History of Mission San Juan Capistrano

Mission San Juan Capistrano has been the home to many people over 230 years of history.  Its history consists of memories and stories of its past inhabitants and present visitors.  It is a place of historical, cultural, and religious significance, as well as a place of inspiration and education.

Mission San Juan Capistrano is a historical Spanish mission located in San Juan Capistrano, California. As one of the original 21 Spanish missions in California, they offer educational programs such as living history days, school field trips and homeschool tours and classes. Spring is the best time to visit Mission San Juan Capistrano when the gardens are in full bloom.

The story begins in 1775, when Mission San Juan Capistrano was first founded by Father Lasuen, on October 30th. But just a few weeks after the party of padres and soldiers arrived, they received word of the revolt occurring in San Diego.  The founding padres, and soldiers decided to leave San Juan Capistrano, and go back to San Diego to help there.  Once things had settled in San Diego, Saint Serra personally led a party to re-found Mission San Juan Capistrano on All Saint’s Day, November 1, 1776.

Mission San Juan Capistrano is a historical Spanish mission located in San Juan Capistrano, California. As one of the original 21 Spanish missions in California, they offer educational programs such as living history days, school field trips and homeschool tours and classes. Spring is the best time to visit Mission San Juan Capistrano when the gardens are in full bloom.

Mission San Juan Capistrano is a historical Spanish mission located in San Juan Capistrano, California. As one of the original 21 Spanish missions in California, they offer educational programs such as living history days, school field trips and homeschool tours and classes. Spring is the best time to visit Mission San Juan Capistrano when the gardens are in full bloom.

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Celebrate The Holidays at The Aquarium of the Pacific

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Celebrate the holidays at the Aquarium of the Pacific in Long Beach during their month-long Aquarium Holidays celebration.

Celebrate the holidays at the Aquarium of the Pacific in Long Beach during their month-long Aquarium Holidays celebration from December 2 through 24!

Aquarium Holidays features special holiday décor, a display of gingerbread houses, daily Penguin Walks at 10 a.m., shopping, snowfall in the Great Hall, daily screenings of the original cartoon Dr. Seuss’ How the Grinch Stole Christmas, a special holiday menu in Café Scuba, and daily appearances by Santa Diver and the Aquarium characters in their holiday outfits.

On weekends the Aquarium will have a snow play area, children’s crafts, and photo opportunities with Santa. Hanukkah storytelling with opportunities to play dreidel will be presented on December 2, 3, 9, 10, 16, and 17.

Celebrate the holidays at the Aquarium of the Pacific in Long Beach during their month-long Aquarium Holidays celebration.

Aquarium of the Pacific Holiday Schedule

SPARK OF LOVE TOY DRIVE

A toy drive runs daily December 2 through 24 and supports the Long Beach Fire Department Spark of Love Toy Drive. Aquarium guests who donate a new, unwrapped toy – at a $15 value or more – will receive a coupon valid for $10 off adult/$3 off child, up to 4 total admissions.

SNOW PLAY AREA

Play in real snow!  Just get a hand stamp at the exit in order to re-enter the Aquarium.  Weekends 9:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m.  Plaza in Front of the Aquarium (weather dependent)

Celebrate the holidays at the Aquarium of the Pacific in Long Beach during their month-long Aquarium Holidays celebration.

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Enter To Win Tickets To The LA Auto Show

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If you’re anything like me, I do a lot of research before purchasing a new car.  I like to ask around and get my family’s opinion on what they drive and why.  I like to look through car magazines and read up on the latest technology and gadgets.  Then my final step is to visit Kelley Blue Book and find out which cars have received a Kelly Blue Book Best Buy Award.

I trust Kelley Blue Book because they are the leader in tracking sale prices from wholesale auctions, independent dealers, franchised dealers, rental fleets, financial institution leases, private party transactions, and more.  Simply put, they follow a trail of transactions across the country and calculate vehicle values based on pricing data and economic conditions.

Kelley Blue Book 2018 Best Buy Award Winners

Just this week, Kelley Blue Book announced the 2018 Best Buy Award winners.  These awards honor the top vehicles in 12 major vehicle categories, as well as an Overall Best Buy of 2018.  It took the editorial team nearly a year to evaluate and test more than 300 new-car models available in 2018.

From there, they narrowed down the potential list of winners to a few dozen Best Buy Award contenders in 12 major vehicle categories.  Finally, they spent weeks testing and evaluating all the finalists head-to-head to ultimately determine the individual category winners and the overall best buy award.

And here are this year’s winners!

Overall Winner – 2018 Honda Accord

The mid-size sedan segment has long been a sweet spot of needs, wants and value and the totally redesigned 2018 Honda Accord is the most appealing car in the category. The Accord’s storied refinement and resale value advantages remain, but the new model now outclasses the competition in almost every meaningful measure.  It also sells for far less than the average new car while providing more features, better fuel economy and a more proven reputation for quality and reliability. Value without compromise is as rare as it is desirable, and it’s why the all-new Honda Accord is their Overall Best Buy for 2018.

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