$159 TRAVEL DEAL OF THE WEEK

Sheraton Carlsbad resort offers introductory rate

06:36 PM PDT, April 29, 2008 , By Rosemary McClure

The resort and spa is near Legoland, beaches and the Crossings at Carlsbad golf course.

SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA HOTEL REVIEW | RATING: * *

San Diego's Hyatt Regency Mission Bay Spa & Marina: How it rates

12:47 PM PDT, May 08, 2008 , By Valli Herman

CALIFORNIA | ENVIRONMENT

Resorts embrace local crafts and ingredients

12:05 PM PDT, May 08, 2008 , By Nora Zelevansky

California's chic-est resorts, spas and eateries are integrating local ingredients into their decor, amenities and menus.

HOTEL REVIEW | SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA

San Diego's Hyatt Regency Mission Bay Spa & Marina

06:21 PM PDT, May 06, 2008 , By Valli Herman

The closest hotel to SeaWorld has not yet learned the true meaning of family fun.

AMUSEMENT PARKS + THEME PARKS

New Southern California amusement park rides

06:03 PM PDT, May 02, 2008 , By Brady MacDonald

Pony Express, Simpsons Ride, X2 and Toy Story Mania debut for thrill seekers.

San Diego Zoo's elephants' last show is one to remember

09:22 AM PDT, April 07, 2008 , By Tony Perry

Decades of educational entertainment end today as the animals prepare to move to a new exhibit at the San Diego Zoo.

SAN DIEGO | FAMILY VACATIONS

Coronado's warm summers beckon families wanting lazy days in the sand

01:19 PM PDT, April 02, 2008 , By Chris Erskine

Enjoy the wide beaches and bike paths of this cozy beach town off San Diego, home to the Hotel del Coronado.

Warner Springs Ranch: Part summer retreat, part dude ranch

01:14 PM PDT, April 02, 2008 , By Chris Erskine

This family-friendly resort in San Diego County features horseback riding, mineral baths, swimming, crafts and a championship golf course.

NEED TO KNOW

Newport to Ensenada Yacht Race to set sail

01:58 PM PDT, March 27, 2008 , By Rosemary McClure

HOTEL REVIEW | RATING: * * *

San Diego's Hard Rock Hotel goes with the formula

06:22 PM PDT, March 25, 2008 , By Valli Herman

Like Jagger, the place has swagger. But the brand-name spot doesn't let a gimmick get in the way of good service and fun.