SeaWorld San Diego: San Diego
The nearly 200-acre SeaWorld San Diego in the Mission Bay neighborhood of San Diego offers a lot more than educational presentations and interaction with amazing animals like dolphins, beluga whales, harbor seals and orcas; this park also features countless white-knuckle rides and roller coasters to break up the fun. The park’s newest coaster, Emperor – named for Emperor penguins and dubbed the world’s tallest, fastest and longest dive coaster – dangles and drops passengers 90 degrees without a floor. Brave that 14-story vertical drop or check out other popular rides such as the Electric Eel multi-launch coaster, the Shipwreck Rapids water ride and the kid-friendly Tentacle Twirl.
Disneyland Resort: Anaheim
Disneyland Resort in Anaheim hardly needs an introduction. The original Disney resort is always perfect for families who want to greet beloved characters and relish some rides at the happiest place on Earth. The park itself is stuffed with amazing features, from its character dining experiences to attractions like Davy Crockett’s Explorer Canoes and the Big Thunder Mountain Railroad. Fan-favorite thrill rides include Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance and the Indiana Jones Adventure, but Disneyland Resort packs in heaps of fun for visitors of all ages.
Of course, no trip to the park would be complete without a stay at the iconic Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel & Spa, by far one of the top hotels in the area.