Stockton, the county seat of San Joaquin County in the U.S. state of California is one of its largest cities both in terms of area and population.
Stockton is located at the 'crossroads' of the Central Valley with an extensive highway system making it readily accessible from virtually anywhere in California.
Stockton has a Mediterranean climate having hot, dry summers, and cool, wet winters.
Stockton is increasingly being looked upon as an area to set up industries related to renewable energy. The Port of Stockton is one of the largest receivers of wind turbines in the world. With the development of the Downtown Marina and promenade along the South Shore of Stockton Deep Water Channel, the city will take on a new dimension.
Both tourists and business travelers can look for cheap accommodation when they visit the city. Many hotels like the Vagabond Inn, La Quinta Inn, Courtyard by Marriott, Red Roof Inn, Howard Johnson Express Inn and Rodeway Inn offer budget discounts and special prices to allow tourists to avail of cheap hotel rooms.
