Posts Tagged ‘ southern-california ’

New Night Zip Line on Southern California’s Catalina Island

December 22, 2011
By Island Tips

New Night Zip Line in Catalina Island, in Southern California, offers a new twist on zip line adventures by offering the zip line at night, at speeds up to 45 miles per hour and heights up to 300 feet.
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Catalina Express says ‘happy birthday’ with free boat ride to Catalina Island

May 16, 2011
By Island Tips

Here's a birthday gift that takes you somewhere -- for free. The Catalina Express ferry service is marking its 30th year by offering a free pass for a round-trip ride to Southern California 's Santa Catalina Island to customers on their birthdays.
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Travel Deals Of The Day: May 5, 2011

May 5, 2011
By Island Tips

$159 For One-Night Stay At 5-Star Se San Diego w/ $100 Dining Card (Up To $445 Value) 64 % off Posh Overnight Accommodations in Southern California $109 For Three-Night Stay At The Suites at Fall Creek In Branson, MO ...
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Pirates, Mermaids, Mantas, Coasters And Transformers In The Parks

April 29, 2011
By Island Tips

MiceChat’s In The Parks blog is a celebration of Disneyland and Southern California theme parks and attractions.  Every week, we uncover what’s fun and what’s new in the area.  This week, Disneyland and Disney California Adventure are
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Groupon’s Catalina Island deal for two: ferry tickets + two nights for $249

February 25, 2011
By Island Tips

For Groupon groupies (and wannabes), here's a cool deal on Southern California 's Santa Catalina Island that includes transportation and a two-night stay for $249 plus tax. The deal can be used midweek or weekends, but you must purchase by Saturday night.
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Cruise lines flee California ports

January 14, 2011
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Carnival Cruise Lines is pulling the last of its ships out of San Diego, and other operators are departing Southern California because of economic woes and Mexico travel fears.
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Hawaii: Continental Airlines adding new Hilo service from Los Angeles

December 16, 2010
By Island Tips

Continental Airlines will begin daily nonstop service to Hilo (ITO) on Hawaii's Big Island from Los Angeles (LAX) next year, giving its Southern California customers another option for traveling to Hawaii .
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Labor Day and beyond: Hit the seas with tall ships and ‘pirates’

September 3, 2010
By Island Tips

There’s a lot going on Southern California seas this fall, and we’re not talking about plush cruises. Vintage tall ships arrive in San Diego and Dana Point for rides, exploring and a bit of pirate mischief. > Labor Day weekend: The Festival of Sail at the Maritime Museum of San ...
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San Diego to Honolulu $150 Each Way

April 26, 2010
By Island Tips

San Diego has regularly been L.A.’s expensive neighbor when it comes to Hawaii airfares. Change is in the air however and San Diegans won’t need to travel to L.A. to find good deals.  In fact those from...
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Urban Cruise Along L.A.’s Polluted Coast

March 25, 2010
By Island Tips

A new cruise off the coast of Southern California showcases how overfishing, offshore oil rigs and heavy industry are hurting marine life.
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