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Weekend Getaways
Just Out Your Front Door
From canyon hikes to birdwatching waterways, our five favorite local outings, one for each region of the Bay Area.
High Sierra Sans Crowds
Hidden between Yosemite and Lake Tahoe, the village of Twaine Hart beckons weekenders with epic hiking and pristine alpine lakes and (surprisingly) not many people.
Point Reyes Becomes Eclectic
With a general store that sells world music, a gallery showing local photography and a cafe where blackbirds serenade the customers, this is the perfect Hwy. 1 pitstop.
Santa Cruz Boardwalk
Without the sticky summer crowds and roller coaster lines, now is one of the best times to visit.
Outdoors
Where The Blooms Are
The first big round of wildflowers are here, blanketing several parks in the East Bay hills and Santa Clara County. Share your photos.
Family
Five Hot Snowtubing Spots
Call it lazy man's sledding or Froot Loops on ice. Snowtubing is the thrill ride of choice at mountain resorts all over the Sierra.
Budget
Sweet Deals In Carmel
The Carmel River Inn is a rarity in this tony enclave — affordable, relaxed and utterly unpretentious.
Food & Wine
Low-Key For Wine Lovers
Livermore Valley makes the perfect winter day trip for those seeking a little peace, wine and conversation with local vintners.
Romantic
The Bohemian Highway
Follow this sinuous lane to the simpler pleasures of big band music on outdoor pavilions, family road trips and backwoods wandering.
Cass House Inn and Restaurant
Cass House Inn and Restaurant Cayucos, the self-described "last of the...
8 Favorite S.F. Parks
No Golden Gate Park or Crissy Field or Lands End — just a few exceptional public spaces that John King includes as his personal faves.
6 Spots Serving Whole Fish
Fried, roasted or grilled, you'll find good eating from head to tail at these seafood havens.
