A Recession Proof Getaway in Oceanside, Calif

Oceanside.... where San Diego begins. Visitors can now experience the vacation of a lifetime at a value of a lifetime. Quintessential Southern California, Oceanside is home to miles of beautiful beaches, the longest pier on the Pacific Coast and a charming Cape Cod-style harbor, offering charming shops and unlimited water recreation and tours. Oceanside is literally central to major attractions and provides the perfect launching point for your getaway, complete with special discounted hotel prices. The following hotel prices are based upon availability and some restrictions may apply.

Oceanside Marina Suites-offers two ways to save:
Ultimate Regift Promotion- Visitors can treat themselves to a well-deserved holiday and receive a great present to “regift” to that someone special for the holidays. Visitors just have to buy one night stay (Sun.-Thurs.) at the Oceanside Marina Suites and receive a gift certificate of equal value.

Ultimate Grinch Promotion-It’s been a tuff year, so guests are invited to spoil themselves; stay one night and receive an additional night’s stay at no extra charge (Sun.-Thurs.) For more information and reservations, call 888.252.2033.

Best Western Marty’s Valley Inn-offers 20% off hotel rack rates across all room types. For more information and reservations, call 760.757.7700.

Guest House Inn-offers one queen bed, starting from $55.00 (Sun.-Thurs.) and two queen beds, starting from $65.00 (Sun.-Thurs.) Please note: ocean view rooms are an additional $25.00 and rates are available through Jan. 15, 2009.

Marina Del Mar-offers visitors a third night free when staying two consecutive nights. For more information and reservations, call 800.700.0407.

Motel 6 Downtown Oceanside-offers 15% off hotel rooms with a free upgrade. For more information and reservations, call 760.721.1543.

Quality Inn & Suites-offers a special rate of $64.99 for a single or two double beds. For more information and reservations, call 760.721.6663.

Residence Inn Marriott-offers special rates starting from $139.00 for a Studio Suite and $149.00 for a One Bedroom Suite. For more information and reservations, call 760.722.9600.

Wyndham Oceanside Pier Resort-offers 20% off of their rack rates. This special rate is available through January 15, 2009. For more information and reservations, call 800.438.6493.

Crystal clear blue skies and amazing year-round temperatures, Oceanside provides the perfect backdrop for a winter holiday. Popular winter events include the Oceanside Turkey Trot, Oceanside Harbor Parade of Lights and the Historic Tall Ship Festival as well year-round activities like the Sunset Markets, an ocean-view event that takes place every Thursday night. For more information on winter events and a free visitor’s guide, please call the California Welcome Center Oceanside at 800.350.7873 or visit www.visitoceanside.org. The CWC Oceanside is one of the official state welcome centers, providing visitor information, maps and discounts on attractions and tours.

Oceanside was recently named by the “League of American Bicyclist” as a Bicycle Friendly Community. Oceanside was the only community in San Diego County to receive this designation. Inn addition, “Best Life” magazine named Oceanside in their lists of top 100 best places to raise a family in the United States. Oceanside was honored with the 27th best place. In good company, other cities included San Diego (4), Stamford, CT (15) and Honolulu at the top.

Felix's BBQ with Soul

When you walk into Felix’s, you know it has class. What a fabulous restaurant...it's a great addition to Oceanside! Felix's BBQ with Soul has the most delicious, mouth-watering food. It reminds me of down home southern cooking. Subtle flavors, authentic soul food...and the collard greens are the best I have ever had. The sweet potatoes are excellent. It easily could replace desert. The tri tip was outstanding. The owner is a very pleasant man who will come out and greet you. The food is wonderful. The price is reasonable. You will love this place.