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Old Town San Diego’s Newest Hotel
01.14.16
Take a quick no-hassle weekend away and stay at the brand new Hilton Garden Inn Old Town San Diego. The Spanish-inspired, modern and contemporary hotel just opened and it’s literally smack-dab at the epicenter of the historic Old Town district and it's popular landmarks.
It's also a short drive or trolley ride away from nightlife and tons of restaurants in the Gaslamp District and charming Little Italy.
The property’s Old Town location is also perfect for families who want to see San Diego’ sought-after attractions, such as the San Diego Zoo, SeaWorld, Balboa Park, and scenic beaches. The San Diego trolley stop and Amtrak station are so convenient, just a short walking distance from the hotel.
The quite and peaceful, Hilton Garden Inn features amenities and welcoming services for travelers such as complimentary Wi-Fi, a 24-hour business center with remote printing, and a state-of-the-art fitness center. There’s also a pool, whirlpool, and outdoor living spaces.
All of its guest rooms come with a king or two queen beds, 47” HD flat screen TV with premium channels, a mini fridge, microwave and Keurig coffee maker.
With its proximity to Old Town San Diego, you’ll have plenty of great Mexican dining options, but you can also dine-in at the Verde Kitchen & Bar that offers Mexican-inspired dishes, signature cocktails and evening room service. Verde Kitchen & Bar’s menu includes roasted vegetable quesadillas, housemade guacamole, chicken tortilla soup, jicama citrus salad, as well as a full bar.
You can also enjoy traditional continental breakfast or full breakfast buffet options at the restaurant. The Pavilion Pantry is open 24 hours and features a complete selection of salty snacks, sweet treats, cold beverages, and frozen, microwaveable packaged items.
For a limited time through January 31, you can book a Grand Opening Special starting at $89. Use Promo code: 1366505 during your online reservation.
The Hilton Garden Inn Old Town is at 4200 Taylor St. in San Diego. 619.260.0607.
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The Awe Inspiring Esperanza Diamond
01.13.16
Here’s your chance to see the most valuable diamond ever discovered in the U.S: The stunning 4.62 carat Esperanza Diamond is on display at Black, Starr & Frost’s Newport Beach salon today through Saturday, January 16.
Master diamond cutter Mike Botha of Canada’s Embee Diamonds spent 130 hours cutting and polishing the flawless Esperanza. He'll be demonstrating the painstaking diamond cutting technique. With an estimated $1 million value, the diamond is available to purchase using an open bidding process through Black, Starr & Frost until February 15, 2016.
Open 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through Friday; 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday.
Black, Starr & Frost is at 341 Bayside Drive in Newport Beach. 949.673.1771.
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