Download or read book Weekend Adventures in San Francisco and Northern California written by Carole Terwilliger Meyers and published by . This book was released on 2009 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Weighing in at more than a pound and completely revised and updated, the ninth edition of this guide covers the whole range of weekend trip options in the Bay Area, from urban treks through San Francisco and Sacramento to kayaking in the Russian River and backpacking in Lassen Volcanic Park. Each destination includes information on what to do, where to stay, and where to eat. Helpful extras include the most direct driving route and stops along the way. A chapter is devoted to ski areas, with advice on the difficulty of slopes. An additional chapter covers family camps, houseboats, river and pack trips, and other adventures. Clear, current maps; a detailed index; and an appendix itemizing annual events by month and location are part of what makes this the most useful guide of its kind on the market.

Download or read book Romantic Weekends written by Robert White and published by Hunter Publishing (NJ). This book was released on 1997-04 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In the ROMANTIC WEEKENDS series, this guide offers romantic ideas to suit all budgets, with the focus on fun activities and special moments that you will remember forever. Areas covered include north from Napa to the coast, and from the Peninsula to Half Moon Bay.

Download or read book Weekends in San Francisco written by Fodor's and published by . This book was released on 1999-04-01 with total page 366 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book Quick Escapes From San Francisco written by Karen Misuraca and published by Rowman & Littlefield. This book was released on 2010-03-02 with total page 259 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: We’ve done the planning. You do the packing. When you only have a few days to get away, why spend half your time preparing? Quick Escapes® From San Francisco frees you from thedetails and puts you on the road to an enjoyable time away from home. Inside you’ll find thirteen quick getaways within driving distance of San Francisco. Take the Wine Road to the sea and explore Sonoma and Napa valleys. Enjoy the scenic coastal towns and the world’s tallest redwoods along the Avenue of the Giants. Explore the history and museums of Monterey. With this guide, you’ll find enough variety to suit every budget and taste. Featuring: • Easy-to-follow itineraries for 36- to 48-hour minivacations • Recommendations for the best places to visit, dine, and sleep • Options for a variety of interests • Accurate driving directions and route maps • Information on festivals and special events

Download or read book Romantic Getaways in San Francisco the Bay Area written by Robert White and published by Hunter Publishing, Inc. This book was released on 2011-02-06 with total page 425 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Amblers, hikers, beachcombers, power walkers, and anyone who likes to experience the Caribbean with their feet: this book¿s for you." Caribbean Travel & Life. "Writing as though he is offering advice to old friends, Adkins has unveiled the splendors of foot exploration on the islands." Backpacker magazine. "Offers what no other guide provides - information on enjoying the Caribbean exclusively on foot. Keep this if you already own it; otherwise, try to purchase it from a used book dealer." Library Journal. "... Fast becoming a popular handbook for all manner of visitors to the Caribbean Islands." Roanoke Times. This brings you the most detailed information you will find on hiking trails on these islands. From easy walks along sandy beaches to rugged overnight hikes to quick uphill treks with stunning vistas en route, this guide has something to suit every member of your family. Walking times for each hike are given, along with descriptions of the route. Points of interest are highlighted, including plant and animal life you might see. An introduction to each island offers tidbits of the island's history, tourist information offices, air travel details and hiking organizations you can contact ahead of time. Maps of each island are included, along with abundant photos. This unique guidebook covers every aspect of exploring these islands on foot. And conditions have never been better for Caribbean-bound walkers and hikers. Trails range through rugged mountains into areas with active volcanoes and cascading waterfalls. Excursions extend from one-hour town and beach walks to strenuous hikes that require the services of a local guide. So, whether you prefer to take in the historical sites and marketplaces or would rather work up a sweat on one of the mountain or jungle trails, you¿ll find something to suit your tastes.

Download or read book San Francisco written by Karen Misuraca and published by . This book was released on 2003-05 with total page 356 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Twenty-six quick and convenient minivacations take travelers away from the hustle and bustle of the city. Enjoy visiting wineries, staying at a world famous spa, or strolling a Spanish town square in Sonoma. Each escape includes detailed route maps, travel directions, destination highlights, activities, and local sources of information. 19 photos. 27 maps.

Download or read book Quick Escapes from San Francisco written by Karen Misuraca and published by . This book was released on 1993 with total page 244 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book Quick Escapes San Francisco written by Karen Misuraca and published by . This book was released on 1999 with total page 334 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book San Francisco written by Karen Misuraca and published by Quick Escapes from San Francis. This book was released on 2010-03 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Quick Escapes From San Francisco takes the work out of trip planning and features easy-to-follow, carefully planned itineraries for 36- to 48-hour getaways from the metropolitan area.

Download or read book San Francisco Weekend written by and published by . This book was released on 1988* with total page 28 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book Frommer s Wonderful Weekends from San Francisco written by Marilyn Wood and published by MacMillan Publishing Company. This book was released on 1998 with total page 388 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This savvy guide presents the best getaways within five hours of San Francisco, from the Napa Valley to Lake Tahoe, from Carmel to Yosemite. Covering ski resorts, beaches, wineries, and quaint small towns, this delightful guide also features fully detailed maps and a calendar of special events.

Download or read book San Francisco Like a Local written by DK Eyewitness and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2021-10-05 with total page 441 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Immerse yourself in the San Francisco scene with this insider's e-guide Home to waterfront esplanades, major museums, and a nightlife scene like no other, this cultural city is endlessly enticing. But beyond the well-trodden sights of the Golden Gate Bridge and Pier 39 lies the real San Francisco: a whole other side waiting to be explored. We've spoken to the city's locals to unearth the coolest hangout spots, hidden gems, and personal favorites to ensure you travel like a local. Amble up secret stairways to pocket parks, browse record stores tucked away in colorful neighborhoods, and tuck into Mexican cuisine at tiny hole-in-the-wall joints. Whether you're a San Franciscan looking to uncover your city's secrets or seeking an authentic experience beyond the tourist track, this stylish e-guide makes sure you experience San Francisco beneath the surface.

Download or read book Weekend Adventures in Northern California Includes San Francisco written by Carole Terewilliger Meyers and published by . This book was released on with total page 2 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book 33 Getaways from San Francisco That You Must Not Miss written by Marissa Guggiana and published by Emons Publishers. This book was released on 2016-06-15 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: * Go off the beaten path to discover 33 weekend getaways in the San Francisco Bay Area; the ultimate insider's getaway guide * Features interesting and unusual places not found in traditional travel guides * An extension of the international 111 Places/111 Shops series with over 150 titles and 1 million copies in print worldwide * Appeals to both the local market (nearly 7 million call the Bay Area home) and the tourist market (over 16 million people visit San Francisco every year) * Fully illustrated with 200 color photographsThe epic beauty and romance of northern California has long been a beacon to the most interesting and adventurous pleasure seekers. Follow in their footsteps and blaze a few of your own trails with this guide to the region's best kept secrets. Within two hours of San Francisco a variety of carefree, invigorating, spiritual, pampering, culinary, and exotic experiences await you. Saunter through Sonoma's Serengeti, experiencing giraffes, zebras, and wildebeests in wine country. Get buried alive in mud, enzymes, or minerals and emerge renewed. Shuck your own oysters right at the source, in one of the country's few farms that encourages champagne consumption. Find your inner shaman in a breathtaking land that has been the home to warriors, poets, and healers from time immemorial. Delight your inner child with wine tasting and kite flying, while your child delights in an amusement park devoted to the "choo-choo." Pack your tote, fill up your tank, power down your cell, and get ready to get lost in the wilds and wonders of the greater Bay Area. With 33 off-the-beaten-path getaways from San Francisco to choose from, there's something to sate even the quirkiest yens.

Download or read book Inside San Francisco written by Don W. Martin and published by Discover Guides. This book was released on 1991 with total page 252 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book San Francisco written by Michelin Travel Publications (Firm) and published by Michelin. This book was released on 1999 with total page 256 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This addition to the acclaimed Michelin Green Guide series provides travellers with a comprehensive guide to the cultural and natural highlights of San Francisco'

Download or read book San Francisco For Dummies written by Paula Tevis and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2009-01-29 with total page 338 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: For Dummies Travel guides are the ultimate user-friendly trip planners, combining the broad appeal and time-tested features of the For Dummies series with up-to-the-minute advice and information from the experts at Frommer’s. • Small trim size for use on-the-go • Focused coverage of only the best hotels and restaurants in all price ranges • Tear-out “cheat sheet” with full-color maps or easy reference pointers San Francisco is one of the most exciting, inviting, unique, and eclectic cities in the world. From the Golden Gate Bridge to Lombardy Street to the Embarcadero…from Little Italy to Chinatown to Russian Hill, there’s an invigorating mix of attractions and cultures. This friendly guide helps you zero in on your "must sees" and plan your personal itinerary. Enjoy incredible upscale shopping or bargain-hunting in Chinatown, browse for books at City Lights, or hit Haight Street or Hayes Street for the latest trends Choose from all kinds of entertainment options, ranging from a Giants game to grand opera to theater to blues to leather-clad, fire-dancing performance artists Have a romantic dinner at Absinthe or Quince, sip a cappuccino in North Beach, enjoy authentic Italian pastas, or try the catch of the day Take a day trip to Berkeley, an overnighter to the coast, or a getaway to Wine Country, including winery tours and a mud bath Like every For Dummies travel guide, San Francisco For Dummies, 5th Edition helps you make the most of your vacation. It includes: Down-to-earth trip-planning advice Info on the best ships for every budget Tips on sightseeing at ports of call Handy Post-it Flags to mark your favorite pages Whether you want to experience the thrills and views provided by the cable cars, escape from Alcatraz, climb Telegraph Hill, bike in Golden State Park, or simply relax in a room with a private outdoor soaking tub, this guide helps you find your way in the City by the Bay.