Summer Vacation 2012 - San Diego Zoo

The 100-acre (40-hectare) Zoo is home to over 3,700 rare and endangered animals representing more than 650 species and subspecies, and a prominent botanical collection with more than 700,000 exotic plants. It is located just north of downtown San Diego in Balboa Park.

The San Diego Zoo has been a pioneer in building "cageless" exhibits. It is one of the few zoos in the world that houses the giant panda. It also has the largest number of koalas outside of Australia.

awake or asleep?

After a day of fun in the swimming pool, can you tell if I am ...

awake or asleep?

Beautiful view of the hotel

recorded from our room

Summer Vacation 2012 - San Diego

San Diego is the eighth-largest city in the United States of America and second-largest city in California. The city is located on the coast of the Pacific Ocean in Southern California, immediately adjacent to the Mexican border. The birthplace of California, San Diego is known for its mild year-round climate, natural deep-water harbor, extensive beaches, long association with the U.S. Navy, and recent emergence as a healthcare and biotechnology enclave...