San Francisco Travel Guide

Weekend Trip: Vision Quest Ranch in Salinas

Katie Hammel — Thu, 19 Jan 2012 14:00:15 +0000

For a lucky few, an African wildlife safari is an unforgettable experience, but the cost and distance involved in traveling to the African continent to see lions, elephants, and zebras keeps most people from ever seeing these animals outside of a zoo or circus. At Vision Quest Ranch in Salinas, California, you can do just that, [...]

Why You Should Add San Francisco to Your RTW Itinerary

aseper — Fri, 09 Dec 2011 19:15:46 +0000

It’s always a challenge trying to decide where to go on your next trip out of town. So many factors go into the decision making process. Some like to head to the beach and relax. Some like to get out into the outdoors, hiking, camping, and fishing. Some look for unique places to visit that [...]

Asian Festivals in San Francisco

Jessica — Fri, 02 Sep 2011 13:09:26 +0000

Even newcomers to San Francisco know that one of the main tourist attractions is the city’s Chinatown. However touristy long-time residents might consider it, San Francisco’s Chinatown holds the distinction of being both the oldest Chinatown in North America and the home of the largest Chinese community outside Asia. That’s nothing to sneeze at. What [...]

Off to Burning Man: Fly or Drive?

Jessica — Tue, 02 Aug 2011 17:35:47 +0000

Last year, we talked briefly about the idea of adding a San Francisco side-trip into your travel plans for Burning Man – if you’re going to Burning Man from anywhere outside the southwest region of the US, it makes sense to pack in as much as you can, right? This year, we’re focusing on the [...]

Weekend Road Tripping Along the California Coast

Katie Hammel — Tue, 19 Jul 2011 22:28:24 +0000

Summer time, for many, means a road trip. Time to hop in the car and head out of town, stopping at odd road side attractions, singing along with the radio and playing silly car games to pass the time as you drive for days, crossing state line after state line. You don’t need a lot [...]

Take a Road Trip to Wine Country

Katie Hammel — Wed, 01 Jun 2011 07:19:40 +0000

California’s wine country – the Napa and Sonoma Valleys are the most famous though they make up just a few of the options in the state – is a well-known destination for wine lovers and those who appreciate a vista of gently rolling vineyards dotted with world-class spas, romantic hotels, and some of the world’s [...]

Summer in the National Parks

Cristina — Mon, 23 May 2011 08:50:00 +0000

I love summer. You can pack your backpack, the camping gear and head to one of the superb US national parks. The only problem is that…millions others will do just like you. And that’s how you’ll end up, most likely, planning your summer vacation in one of the busiest national parks in the US . [...]

Should you travel in the US? Or internationally?

Cristina — Tue, 17 May 2011 12:33:17 +0000

Each time my travel feet itch (and that happens quite often, rest assured), the very first decision to make is : domestic vs. international travel . Traveling abroad sure opens up a lot of possibilities, such understanding and exploring new cultures, seeing exotic animals in their own habitat, tasting different fruits, and learning the history. [...]

Visit a Hot Springs Near San Francisco

Katie Hammel — Tue, 19 Apr 2011 18:54:45 +0000

Just north of San Francisco, Harbin Hot Springs is one of the most famous hot springs in the country. It also happens to be clothing optional.For those who have never been to a clothing optional hot springs, the idea can be pretty intimidating. Will people look at me? Will I feel uncomfortable? These and more [...]

Plan a Bachelorette Weekend in Wine Country

Katie Hammel — Tue, 15 Mar 2011 14:21:53 +0000

Summer wedding season is almost here, and if you’re getting married in the coming months, chances are you’re about to start planning that most scandalous (or not) of pre-wedding events – the bachelorette party. While some bridal parties may flock to Las Vegas for gambling, nightclubs and – ahem, male entertainment, others may prefer a [...]