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October 3-5, 2023 | Vienna, VA

Class Location: Courtyard by Marriott Dunn Loring Fairfax - Vienna, VA

• Modern comforts and amenities [Hotel Information]
• Complimentary Wi-Fi
• Fitness & business center
• Easy access to Dunn Loring-Merrifield metro station, Mosaic District, explore Washington, DC metro, attractions in Vienna, Merrifield, Falls Church and Fairfax, Virgina, enjoy Potomac River views at Great Falls National Park and River Walk and the Wolf Trap National Park for the Performing Arts
• 20 miles from Washington Dulles International Airport
• 14 miles from Ronald Regan Washington National Airport
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Carlsbad Village & Carlsbad Beaches - An iconic beach town offering seaside dining, shopping and breathtaking views. With hiking, biking, swimming, surfing, birdwatching and rock hunting along one of the many Carlsbad beaches. | carlsbad-village.com

Legoland California & Sea Life Aquarium - The theme park includes more than 60 rides, shows and attractions, and the adjacent aquarium features up-close encounters with sharks, octopi and rays and active hands-on learning experiences. | legoland.com

Miniature Engineering Craftsman Museum - The museum has over 200 functional miniature engines plus miniature guns, ships, autos, cranes, clocks, tools and more on display; housed in 13,000 square feet of exhibit and working machine shop space. | craftsmanshipmuseum.com

Museum of Making Music - A fun, informative museum that encourages visitors to interactively discover the history of musical instruments and products and making music. | museumofmakingmusic.org

The Flower Fields at Carlsbad Ranch - Nearly 50 acres of Giant Tecolote Ranunculus flowers are in bloom for approximately six to eight weeks each year. This annual burst of color is one of nature's official ways of announcing the arrival of spring here in Southern California. | theflowerfields.com

San Diego Botanic Garden - Walk, relax and photograph 5,300 plant species and varieties and 29 uniquely themed gardens that represent 15 different regions and many habitats. This 37-acre urban oasis also provides 4 miles of meandering trails and ocean views. | sdbg.org

San Diego Zoo & Safari Park - The world-famous San Diego Zoo, founded in 1916, is a non-profit wildlife sanctuary home to more than 3,500 rare and endangered animals and a prominent botanical collection with more than 700,000 exotic plants. Located just north of downtown San Diego in Balboa Park. | zoo.sandiegozoo.org. The Safari Park - An 1,800-acre wildlife park located in Escondido invites guest to take part in safari experiences and see animals in herds of mixed species in expansive savanna habitats. | sdzsafaripark.org

SeaWorld San Diego - SeaWorld San Diego is home to world-class animal presentations, rides, shows and exhibits, spread out on beautiful Mission Bay Park. Enjoy a wide variety of artisanal dishes along with local craft bears, signature cocktails and wine. | seaworld.com 

San Diego Padres Baseball at Petco Park - April 13, 14, 15, 16 Padres vs. Milwaukee Brewers | April 17, 18, 19 Padres vs. Atlanta Braves | July 7, 8, 9 Padres vs. New York Mets | mlb.com/padres

USS Midway (Museum), Embarcadero - The USS Midway was America's longest-serving aircraft carrier of the 20th century. Visitors explore a floating city at sea, the amazing flight deck, 29 restored aircraft and flight simulators. Admission includes a self-guided tour narrated by Midway sailors. | midway.org 

Star of India, San Diego Maritime Museum, Embarcadero - Built in 1863, the Star of India is the world's oldest active sailing ship. Board the iron hull and get a firsthand look at the ship's wheel, the ladders and hatches on the poop deck and the sailor's bunk, the galley, chart room and other working parts of the tall ship. | sdmaritime.org

Naval Training Center (NTC) Arts District - The NTC Arts District housed within Liberty Station is home to dozens of local artist galleries and shops. The Public Market offers the fares of local butchers of fish mongers, farm-fresh produce and some of the city's best restaurants. Fort Rosecrans National Cemetery, Old Point Loma Lighthouse - For a sense of the region's military history, pay a visit to Fort Rosecrans National Cemetery, where thousands of soldiers are buried overlooking the bay. Nearby, the Old Point Loma Lighthouse, first lit in 1855, is open daily. | libertystation.com | National Cemetary Administration | lighthousefriends.com

Balboa Park - Established more than 150 years ago, Balboa Park is the largest urban cultural park in North America and the crown jewel of San Diego. This iconic 1,200-acre park offers 15 museums, botanical gardens, arts and international culture associations, as well as the world-famous San Diego Zoo. | Balboa Park

Coronado Island and Hotel Del Coronado - For more than 130 years, The Del celebrates its rich history as the proud host to celebrities, royalty, U.S. Presidents and guests for generations. Built in 1888 and designated a National Historic Landmark in 1977, this historic beach resort is a San Diego icon. |  Coronadovisitorcenter.com