Romantic Getaways in San Francisco & the Bay Area

Romantic Getaways in San Francisco & the Bay Area
Author: Robert White
Publisher: Hunter Publishing, Inc
Total Pages: 425
Release: 2011-02-06
Genre: Travel
ISBN: 1588438813

"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.

Weekend Adventures in San Francisco and Northern California

Weekend Adventures in San Francisco and Northern California
Author: Carole Terwilliger Meyers
Publisher:
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2009
Genre: California, Northern
ISBN: 9780917120213

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.

Moon Coastal California

Moon Coastal California
Author: Stuart Thornton
Publisher: Moon Travel
Total Pages: 1102
Release: 2016-07-05
Genre: Travel
ISBN: 1631213261

From jagged cliffs and towering redwoods, to mysterious sea caves and legendary surf breaks, explore the best of California's golden coast with Moon Coastal California. Travel writer and longtime California resident Stuart Thornton covers the best of coastal California, from hiking through redwoods in Big Sur to surfing the waves at Black's Beach in San Diego. Moon Coastal California is the perfect tour guide, offering unique trip ideas for a wide variety of travelers, whether you're craving a romantic getaway or embarking on a Pacific Coast Road Trip. Packed with expert advice on everything from choosing the best beaches, to whale-watching, to planning a fun side trip to Disneyland, Moon Coastal California gives travelers the tools they need to create a more personal and memorable experience. Coverage includes: San Francisco and the Bay Area Wine Country North Coast Monterey Bay Big Sur and the Central Coast Santa Barbara and Ventura Los Angeles and Orange County San Diego

Ghost Hunter's Guide to the San Francisco Bay Area

Ghost Hunter's Guide to the San Francisco Bay Area
Author: Jeff Dwyer
Publisher: Pelican Publishing
Total Pages: 180
Release: 2005-03-31
Genre: Travel
ISBN: 9781455604906

Ghost-hunting hobbyist Jeff Dwyer has devised a guide that allows the phantom-seeker in all of us to add spirit sleuthing to our list of typical tourist activities. Ghost Hunter's Guide to the Bay Area highlights more than one hundred haunted spots in and around San Francisco, all accessible to the public, where you can research and organize your own ghost hunt. Complete with handy checklists, procedural tips, and anecdotal evidence of previous sightings at each location, the guide is an inquisitive and informative supplement to--or replacement for--traditional tourist guidebooks of the Bay Area. Whether readers visit familiar haunts such as Alcatraz, Angel Island, Fisherman's Wharf, or lesser-known locations such as the USS Hornet, the Old Bodega Schoolhouse, or the First and Last Chance Saloon, all are sure to encounter places and consider possibilities unexplored by the average visitor. With advice on what to do with a ghost, what to do after the ghost hunt, and other telekinetic tidbits, this guide encourages travelers to be attentive and imaginative travelers, willing to be take that extra spirit-sighting step. For the curious armchair traveler, it is lively twist on Bay Area history and landmarks.

DK San Francisco and the Bay Area

DK San Francisco and the Bay Area
Author: DK Travel
Publisher: Penguin
Total Pages: 422
Release: 2024-02-27
Genre: Travel
ISBN: 0593841220

Whether you want to muse over modern masterpieces at SFMOMA, indulge in the hedonistic nightlife of the Castro, or uncover cypress-tree sculptures in the Presidio forest, your DK Eyewitness travel guide makes sure you experience all that San Francisco and the Bay Area have to offer. The glowing Golden Gate Bridge is the quintessential image of San Francisco, but there's so much more to discover - a forward-thinking foodie scene, an eclectic arts scene, and countless festivals and events. Further afield, Bayfront cities Oakland and Berkeley beckon while the lush vineyards of California Wine Country unfurl in easy reach. Our updated guide brings San Francisco and the Bay Area to life, transporting you there like no other travel guide does with expert-led insights, trusted travel advice, detailed breakdowns of all the must-see sights, photographs on practically every page, and our hand-drawn illustrations which place you inside the region's iconic buildings and neighborhoods. You'll discover: -Our pick of San Francisco and the Bay Area's must-sees, top experiences and hidden gems -The best spots to eat, drink, shop and stay -Detailed maps and walks that make navigating the region easy -Easy-to-follow itineraries -Expert advice: get ready, get around and stay safe -Color-coded chapters to every part of San Francisco and the Bay Area, from Golden Gate Park and Land's End to Fisherman's Wharf and North Beach, Presidio and Richmond to Haight Ashbury and the Mission -A lightweight format, so you can take it with you wherever you go Want the best of San Francisco and the Bay Area in your pocket? Try our DK Eyewitness Top 10 San Francisco

52 Weekend Adventures in Northern California

52 Weekend Adventures in Northern California
Author: Tom Stienstra
Publisher: Hachette UK
Total Pages: 422
Release: 2020-09-15
Genre: Travel
ISBN: 1640499350

Escape to the great outdoors with award-winning expert Tom Stienstra's 52 Weekend Adventures in Northern California. Inside you'll find: The best weekend getaways, hand-picked by the authority on outdoor adventures: Outdoors writer Tom Stienstra reveals his favorite spots, collected over decades of hiking and camping throughout the Golden State Recreation highlights: Immerse yourself in nature with the top options for hiking, backpacking, fishing, biking, boating, and more Expertise and know-how: Tom shares his personal recommendations, insider tips, and memories of his adventures in the great outdoors Planning tools for travelers and locals alike: Make it an easy getaway with detailed driving directions, maps for each adventure, and full-color photos throughout Where to eat and sleep: Discover Tom's favorite spots to grab a bite and find out where to stay on an overnight trip, from campsites to hotels Coverage of the Redwoods, Yosemite, Shasta, Tahoe, Lassen, Sacramento, the Wine Country, the Bay Area, and Monterey and Big Sur Pick a weekend, pack the car, and get outside: Experience the best of NorCal's wilderness with 52 Weekend Adventures in Northern California.

Keep My Heart in San Francisco

Keep My Heart in San Francisco
Author: Amelia Diane Coombs
Publisher: Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers
Total Pages: 400
Release: 2020-07-14
Genre: Young Adult Fiction
ISBN: 1534452974

Sparks fly when two ex-best-friends team up to save a family business in this swoon-worthy and witty debut perfect for fans of Jenn Bennett and Sarah Dessen. Caroline “Chuck” Wilson has big plans for spring break—hit up estate sales to score vintage fashion finds and tour the fashion school she dreams of attending. But her dad wrecks those plans when he asks her to spend vacation working the counter at Bigmouth’s Bowl, her family’s failing bowling alley. Making things astronomically worse, Chuck finds out her dad is way behind on back rent—meaning they might be losing Bigmouth’s, the only thing keeping Chuck’s family in San Francisco. And the one person other than Chuck who wants to do anything about it? Beckett Porter, her annoyingly attractive ex-best friend. So when Beckett propositions Chuck with a plan to make serious cash infiltrating the Bay Area action bowling scene, she accepts. But she can’t shake the nagging feeling that she’s acting irrational—too much like her mother for comfort. Plus, despite her best efforts to keep things strictly business, Beckett’s charm is winning her back over...in ways that go beyond friendship. If Chuck fails, Bigmouth’s Bowl and their San Francisco legacy are gone forever. But if she succeeds, she might just get everything she ever wanted.

Milk & Cardamom

Milk & Cardamom
Author: Hetal Vasavada
Publisher: Page Street Publishing
Total Pages: 405
Release: 2019-07-16
Genre: Cooking
ISBN: 1624147755

Sweeten Any Occasion with Bold, Unforgettable Desserts From Brown Butter Ghee Shortbread Cookies to Pomegranate Curd Brownies, these decadently spiced, versatile recipes are a joy to make and share. Drawing inspiration from her Indian-American upbringing and experience on MasterChef, Hetal Vasavada infuses every creation with the flavors of her heritage. The results are remarkable treats like Mango Lassi French Macarons and Ginger–Chai Chocolate Pot de Crème. Whip up a batch of small sweets (mithai) like Sesame Seed Brittle and Bourbon Biscuits, or impress guests with a fantastic breakfast like Banana Custard Brioche Donuts. The Gulab Jamun Cake, inspired by the quintessential Indian dough-balls soaked in spiced syrup, is the perfect showstopper for any gathering. Simple techniques and smart shortcuts make it easy to create familiar flavors or experiment with new ones. With delectable ingredients like ginger, cardamom, saffron, fennel and rose, every bite is worth celebrating.

Weekends for Two in Northern California

Weekends for Two in Northern California
Author: Bill Gleeson
Publisher: Chronicle Books
Total Pages: 132
Release: 2004-12-30
Genre: Travel
ISBN: 9780811840033

With over 100,000 copies sold, Weekends for Two in Northern California has been guiding couples to the region's most romantic hideaways for more than ten years. From cozy cottages along the rugged coast of Big Sur to rustic retreats in the state's northernmost reaches, Bill Gleeson and John Swain have discovered the 50 most ideal spots for relaxing getaways a deux. Fully revised and updated with a wealth of you-are-there color photographs, Weekends for Two is the only roadmap needed for anyone planning a great escape.

The Rough Guide to San Francisco & the Bay Area

The Rough Guide to San Francisco & the Bay Area
Author: Nick Edwards
Publisher: Penguin
Total Pages: 460
Release: 2009
Genre: Travel
ISBN: 1848360606

Presents guidance and tools for visitors to San Francisco and the Bay Area, including maps, lodging and restaurant suggestions, and details on history, culture, and things to see and do.