Exciting San Diego

Nursing, Nov 2004 by Munson, Carol

Feeling adventurous? How about a bike tour through Southern California wine country? You'll find one in Temecula, just an hour north of San Diego. All wineries are open to the public for tastings and several offer tours.

Getting around

Getting around San Diego is as easy as following a city map or hopping a bus, trolley, or train. Visitors with access to a computer will love the Online Transit Information System, known affectionately as OTIS. To use OTIS, simply plug in a starting point, destination, dates and time of day, and the site will provide advice on the form of transport to take (bus, trolley, train), where to take it from, how long the trip will take, and the fare. OTIS also gives options for return trips, schedules, and routes. Riders can even specify how much (or little!) walking they prefer-priceless information for free.

Harbor cruises offer another perspective on this bustling city. Hop on one just to see the scene, or look for one that offers dining or whale-watching.

More information

For more information on San Diego, an active, modern city with something for everyone, visit http://www. sandiego.org, call 619-236-1212, or e-mail sdinfo@ sandiego.org. Once you're in town, visit the International Visitors Information Center at 1040 1/3 West Broadway (at Harbor Drive).

Carol Munson is a freelance writer in Doylestown, Pa.