Archive for November, 2008

Happy Thanksgiving From Penny Realty

Thursday, November 27th, 2008

Forget the turkey, if you are in the San Diego area go to the Zoo’s Bear Canyon exhibit over the Thanksgiving weekend, take a look at the Zoo’s newest resident. The Sloth bear named Buddha, is an eight-year-old male and came to the zoo last month. He will begin his life at the San Diego Zoo by inaugurating a new research study for the SD Zoo. The sloth bear will go on exhibit tomorrow, and he adds an interesting new dimension to our resident bear population.

Did You Know: These animals feed on insects and have special adaptations to aid them in their foraging.

The San Diego Zoo is a world renowned attraction, known as one of the best zoos in the country and widely recognized for its conservation efforts and research. Take a tour of this amazing animal adventure over your 4-day weekend, to see prices and date check out their site: www.sandiegozoo.org

Holidays are great opportunities to get back together and get the whole family under one roof for giving thanks for all that you have. Take the stress out of hosting the whole holiday gang, instead unwind at the beach. With weather still sunny and in the mid 70s all weekend and a number of family events, it is still a perfect time to gather the loved ones and get a group vacation rental in San Diego for the family.

Happy Thanksgiving!

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San Diego Vacation Rental Activities: Farmers Markets

Friday, November 21st, 2008

Want to go green? Try local produce! San Diego county has a wonderful collection of farmers markets so you can buy fresh fruits, veggies, breads and even local art. Supporting your local farms is a great way to be green, enhance your cooking and enjoy a morning or afternoon outside. If you’re staying at a San Diego vacation rental, visiting the farmers market is also a great activity to get you going in the morning and explore this eclectic area. Here is a list of farmers markets in the San Diego, La Jolla, Pacifica Beach and Mission Beach areas.

UCSD/La Jolla CFM at the Price Center
Tuesday: 10 am -2 pm (closed 3rd week of June through 3rd week of Sept and 2nd week of Dec through 1st week of Jan.)
Next to the UCSD bookstore on Lyman Lane and Library Walk
La Jolla, California 92093

Ocean Beach Certified Farmers’ Market
Wednesday: 4 pm – 7 pm (Winter)
4 pm – 8 pm (Summer)
4900 block of Newport Between Cable & Bacon
Ocean Beach, California 92107

Pacific Beach Certified Farmers’ Market
Saturday: 8 am – Noon
4150 Mission Blvd between Reed & Pacific Beach Blvd
Pacific Beach, California 92109

San Diego East Village Farmers’ Market
Saturday: 8 am – 2 pm
8th & Market
San Diego, California 92101

San Diego Gaslamp Third Ave Certified Farmers’ Market and Asian Bazaar
Sunday: 9 am -1 pm
400 block of Third Ave between Island Ave & J St.
San Diego, California 92101

San Diego Horton Square Certified Market
Thursday: 11 am -3 pm (March – Oct)
225 Broadway, South side of building cross street Broadway Circle
San Diego, California 92101

San Diego Little Italy Mercato
Saturday: 9 am – 1:30 pm
Date Street-India to Columbia -North Side
San Diego, California 92101

For a complete list of San Diego County Farmers Markets, go here.

Why Buy Local?
More than 6,000 farmers work to make agriculture a one and one-half billion dollar industry in San Diego County. They have developed a reputation for quality, high-value specialty crops. So besides high quality products, what are some of the advantages to buying local? Local produce is freshly picked and since its grown locally, doesn’t go through an extensive shipping process and is grown for taste rather than long shelf life. Less shipping time also helps to lower energy consumption so it’s better for the environment. Lastly, buying local allows farmers to contribute to the diversity of California agriculture by harvesting specialty crops not widely grown on a large scale or found at traditional food sources.

From beaches, to restaurants, and even farmers markets, San Diego vacation rentals have a lot to offer. We have a lot of new ideas brewing for the holiday season so keep checking back here on the Penny Realty blog for more San Diego events and vacation ideas!

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San Diego Vacation Rentals for the Holidays

Wednesday, November 19th, 2008

Thanksgiving is just around the corner, and while other places may be bringing out extra blankets and pulling on mittens, San Diego still has beautiful weather.  With such great weather and scenery, a San Diego vacation rental is the perfect way to enjoy the holiday season with your loved ones.

The holidays are all about family and feeling at home. Penny Realty offers a wide selection of San Diego vacation rentals so you can gather with the family, have plenty of space and still have all the comforts of home. With gourmet kitchens, large patios, decks, and family rooms, a vacation rental is the ideal place to celebrate the holidays and is a great alternative to expensive hotel rooms. If you have never tried a vacation rental, this winter would be a great time to bring something new to the season and create unique holiday memories.

Browse through our listings now to see Winter and Holiday season specials!

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Luxury San Diego Vacation Rentals

Thursday, November 13th, 2008


Take a luxury vacation without the luxury cost! At Penny Realty, San Diego vacation rentals come in all shapes and sizes. If you cruise through our listings, you’ll find beautiful homes with luxury accommodations perfect for a 5-star vacation. Whether you want to have a romantic weekend, or just need to get away, a luxury San Diego vacation rental is the ideal way to escape. With cutting-edge architecture, beautiful views and exceptional furnishings, these properties are for the vacationer seeking an extraordinary experience.

The great thing about San Diego is that your vacation experience will be a mix of sun, sand and relaxation. Why not make it better by staying in a vacation rental that matches that atmosphere? Our luxury San Diego vacation rentals offer unforgettable views complemented by an abundance of amenities, unsurpassed entertainment, sound systems, and exterior settings that truly enhance your dream vacation. Amenities such as fireplaces, private indoor Jacuzzis, private patios with BBQ or fire-pit and upper unit open air entertainment areas with picturesque views all add to the luxury experience.

Penny Realty is proud to offer this unique collection of luxury vacation rental properties in the San Diego Beach and Bay Areas. If you are seeking that one-of-a-kind San Diego vacation rental, Penny Realty should be your first stop.

To browse through our luxury vacation rental listings, click here!

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