August 2008 Newsletter    

August Highlights

Port of San Diego's Urban Trees 5 Brings Life to San Diego Bay
Urban Trees 5 are on display, continuing the tradition of showcasing artists' interpretations of what trees in the city should look like. Sculpted with inspiration and imagination from a diverse and striking range of traditional and modern media, the grove of 31 sculptural "trees" transforms North Embarcadero along San Diego's waterfront for city residents and visitors alike. Visit www.portofsandiego.org/public-art for more information.

Hornblower Cruises & Events
Take in magnificent skyline views and feast on freshly prepared cuisine while enjoying refreshing ocean breezes aboard Hornblower Cruises. To take advantage of these cruise deals and more, available through August 31, 2008, check out GO's Downtown Summer Deals.

  • Friday Night Fever
  • Champagne Saturdays
  • The "Go Ahead, Have the Lobster" Cruise Deal
  • Family Four Pack Harbor Cruise & Sea Lion Adventure

KIN Lounge Raises the Bar
Manchester Grand Hyatt's KIN Lounge, opened July 31st, is Downtown's newest rooftop poolside bar. This upscale lounge, located on the third floor of the Hyatt, has a breathtaking view of the San Diego Bay. KIN will feature guest DJs, private cabanas with VIP bottle service, "Elit Hour" Happy Hours, and multimedia visuals, all to enjoy while sipping on signature cocktails, extensive selection of wines, champagnes and beers and a gourmet sliders menu. Thursday - Sunday; www.kinlounge.com.

Hotel Deals

Omni San Diego Hotel (5675 L Street)

  • Déjà vu Package - Relive your favorite romantic moment and let the hotel coordinate all the details.
  • Get Your Glam on Package - Customize your package to suit your plans, whether you want to relax with luxurious spa treatments, shop in style with limo service to the downtown stores, or get VIP treatment at the hottest clubs and bars, Omni Hotels can make it happen.

*For additional hotel packages, visit www.omnihotels.com.

San Diego Marriott Hotel & Marina (333 West Harbor Drive)
Looking for a little relief? Now with the "Live it Up on the Weekend" promotion, if you book your hotel reservation with a Visa card, you'll get a $25 Visa gift card. Also, the "Stay for Breakfast" includes breakfast for two adults and children under the age of 12. Offer value through 9/1/08. Code: V12. Be sure to check out Roy's, the Hawaiian fusion cuisine restaurant which opened in May.

 

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Fun and Affordable

Bahia del Sol at the Big Bay-
August 21-22 (FREE)
Maritime Museum Festival of Sail 2008
August 20-24 (less than $20)
SoCo Music Experience at PETCO Park
August 23 (FREE)
International Summer Organ Festival: Spreckles Organ Pavilion
Monday evenings, now through August 28 (FREE)
Twilight in the Park Summer Concert Series
Now through August 28 (FREE)
2008 Summer Pops
Now through August 31 (tickets start at $15)
  Visit GO for more event listings and August concert deals; most of which are FREE!

August Restaurant and Happy Hour Deals

Mondays at Mister Tiki
All-U-Can-Eat Sushi for $19.95 on Monday and daily Happy Hour from 5-7 p.m.

BASIC Urban Kitchen + Bar Presents GRAFITTI
Tuesdays at 8 p.m. features street art, urban fashion shows, burlesque performances and more. Happy Hour specials run from 4-6 p.m.

The Oceanaire's Stealing Home Menu
During Padres games enjoy a delicious three-course meal for $30, available through Padres baseball season.

Stingaree's Symmetry Thursdays in the Restaurant
Half-priced martinis and three courses for $30 offered on Thursdays from 7-11 p.m.