Maybe this is the time for you to look into an Amtrak vacation, especially if you have never done that sort of thing before.  Many North American destination cities are easily accessible by train.  Getting there can be half the fun on some of the more scenic routes.

San Diego is one of the best-known and most appreciated vacation targets in the country  It is easy to take a train to the historic station and then use public transit for getting around locally.  Compared to other parts of Southern California, San Diego is actually relatively close together.  You can even get around to a lot of vacation attractions by walking if you enjoy that.

San Diego is really loaded with interesting places to visit.  You could really spend weeks at all the museums, historical places of interest, beaches, theme parks and other attractions.  So it is safe to assume that you can engage yourself in a week of both relaxation and activity in this harbor city.  One of the major features that San Diego offers its guests and residents alike is its wonderful, moderate weather, especially in the summertime.

Continuing your train travel up the West Coast past Los Angeles would be an option if you would like to plan an even more substantial trip.  It is easy to take the train from San Diego all the way to Union Station in downtown Los Angeles, with maybe ten stops in between.  This would make it possible to spend an easy week or two in Southern California without your car.

Of course, traveling by train could add 3-4 days to the overall vacation schedule but that could be part of the charm if you have the right attitude.

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