While there are many amazing things to do in Carlsbad, California, such as going to the beach, eating in delicious restaurants and engaging in numerous water sports, shopping may be one of the best activities. This beautiful coastal city is the home of the Carlsbad Premium Outlets, one of the best places in the area to shop til you drop at a great price. Individuals who enjoy both relaxing and having fun on their vacations should consider investing in condo rentals in Carlsbad. In this way, they can experience all that the beach side city has to offer any time they want.

The Carlsbad Premium Outlets is an outdoor shopping center with more than 90 stores. This attraction may appeal to many people and is great for a day-long family outing. For instance, while the shopaholics in the family go crazy scouting for deals, children and less shopping-inclined members of the party can explore the fantastic outside setting and get a bite to eat at one of the center’s many delicious dining options.

Blue Angels in San Diego

From September 30 through October 2, San Diego will play host to the Miramar Air Show, which takes place during Fleet Week each year. This free event attracts thousands of people who have an interest in seeing what technological advances the military has made.

The theme for this year’s show: A Salute to San Diego – Birthplace of Naval Aviation 1911-2011. Guests who attend this event will have an opportunity to see many of the military’s most well-known jets fly through the air, including the Marine Corps’ AV-8B Harrier, the Air Force’s F-22 Raptor and the F-16 Falcon. In addition, people will get a chance to meet active duty soldiers and witness majestic awe of the world famous Navy Blue Angels.

Splash in the waves or in art in Carlsbad

Travelers who plan to stay in Carlsbad rentals this fall should attend the city’s annual Art Splash event. The event is held each year at the end of September. Art Splash is a completely free event that was developed to raise enough money to support the art and music departments of the public school systems in North County, California. While there is no fee to enter the festival, proceeds from the fantastic artwork being sold will be funneled directly into art programs in local schools. In addition to the many visual art-related activities and events planned for this year’s Art Splash, there will also be live music, street performers and a multitude of delicious culinary options.

Surfs up in Oceanside

15th Annual Surf for the Sea Memorial surf event in honor of local surfers who have passed away.  Throughout the two-day festival, there will be surfing competition in 13 divisions. Individuals who wish to participate can enter an amateur contest for $40 and the Pro/Am Division for $80. All proceeds from the event will be donated to the San Diego chapter of the Surfrider Foundation several other local environmental organizations in the area.

Surf for the Sea will be held at the North Jetty Oceanside Harbor starting at 7 a.m. This is a very convenient and accessible location, which may be ideal for individuals who are vacationing in the area and staying in condo rentals.

When visiting San Diego, enjoy a stay at the Embassy Suites San Diego Bay, which is nearby many other San Diego Attractions such as:

• SeaWorld San Diego
• San Diego Zoo
• Port of San Diego – San Diego Cruise Ship Terminal
• San Diego Maritime Museum
• Old Town San Diego
• Qualcomm Stadium – Home of the San Diego Chargers
• The San Diego Sports Arena
• U.S.S. Midway Aircraft Carrier Museum
• Petco Park – Home of the San Diego Padres
• Historic Gaslamp Quarter – restaurants and entertainment
• A San Diego Trolley Station
• The San Diego Wild Animal Park
• San Diego State University campus
• Birch Aquarium
• Legoland CA
• Coronado Island
• Balboa Park Museums
• San Diego Wineries

ResorTime.com Sight & Sound Contest

CARLSBAD, CA — ResorTime.com has unveiled a new Sight & Sound Contest offering a 7-NIGHT LUXURY RESORT GETAWAY.  Whether you are a professional or a novice shooter, ResorTime.com is encouraging everyone to submit an interesting, sophisticated, wacky, or creative snapshot.

The contest winner may choose any destination within ResorTime.com network.  From the USA to Ireland to Thailand, the choice is yours.

Any photo will be accepted as long as it visibly features “ResorTime.com” or the ResorTime.com logo somewhere in the photo. For example, you can hold up a sign in a silly destination, write it in the sand, paint it on your body, or whatever crazy way you can think of to display ResorTime.com.  PG friendly photo submissions please.

It’s easy to as A-B-C.  Shoot – Submit – And Win!  One simple photo can pay off big time and send your family on the vacation you have always dreamed of.

1. Take your best snapshot that includes “ResorTime.com” somewhere on you or in the photo.

2. Upload the photo on the contest entry form at (http://www.resortime.com/promos/sight-and-sound-contest.aspx).  It is important that your photo is a minimum of 600 x 400 pixels.

3. Completely fill out the entry form.

4.  Click “submit,” and continue to the ResorTime.com Facebook and vote for your photo.

5. Encourage all your friends and family to vote for your photo.

It’s just one snapshot and a few clicks away that may take you that luxury holiday of your dreams courtesy of ResorTime.com.

Entrants must be age 21 or older.

ABOUT RESORTIME.COM

In business since 1999, ResorTime.com continues to grow its portfolio of quality condo rentals. The company has affiliate partnerships with the leading timeshare companies around the world, including Diamond Resorts International, Grand Pacific Resorts, Wyndham, Grand Monarch Vacations, and Starwood Vacation Ownership. ResorTime.com is located in Carlsbad, California.  For more information go to (http://www.resortime.com/promos/sight-and-sound-contest.aspx) or email Kenneth Joyce (Kjoyce@ResorTime.com) or call 1 760 827 4145 regarding this release.

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