5/5 - Excellent
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Be prepared to do a lot of walking
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San Diego City Lights Night Tour
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Not much variety for shopping I remember it differently
5/5 - Excellent
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If you're going aboard the RD, be prepared to check in at the building to the right of Gate 5 before entering. 2 forms of ID, license / registration, they run a quick background check. The only place available for civilians is the MC Museum, which was awesome.
5/5 - Excellent
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Go early to get in the gate quicker.
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