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A trip from May 22, 2008 to June 01, 2008, travelling to Burlingame, San Francisco, Mill Valley …
San Francisco, Sausalito, Napa Valley, Yosemite, Sequoia … More  
San Francisco, Sausalito, Napa Valley, Yosemite, Sequoia, San Simeon, Big Sur, Monterey, San Francisco
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San Francisco, Napa...
Day:
05/22/2008 to 06/01/2008
Category:
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Fri 05/23/08 (day 2) - Burlingame

Average Rating (11):
     
Embassy Suites Hotel San Francisco Airport/Burlingame is located approximately three miles south of San Francisco …
Hotel
Embassy Suites San Francisco Airport - Burlingame
150 Anza Blvd
Burlingame, CA 94010
United States
650-342-4600
Fri May 23 12:00am - Sat May 24 10:30am
Notes
Got this on Hotwire for $69 a night so we didn't have a view of the bay. I really liked the two room suite set-up. There were a lot of families with little kids there, and I could see where it would get noisy if you were sleeping in the outer (living) room. I couldn't here anything in the bedroom. The breakfast was a little chaotic, but it was a lot more than expected for free. They had an omelet station and other hot foods as well as the usual continental stuff. I would have no problem staying here again.
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Sat 05/24/08 (day 3) - San Francisco, Mill Valley, Sausalito, Santa Rosa

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In the late 1800s, a Scotsman named John McLaren transformed more than 1,000 acres of sand dunes into a wondrous hav …
Thing to Do
Golden Gate Park
Stanyan & Haight Streets
San Francisco, CA 94117
United States
Sat May 24 10:45am - Sat May 24 2:30pm
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Located in Golden Gate Park , this garden is a marvel of the landscape architects art. This traditional Japanese gar …
Thing to Do
Japanese Tea Garden
72 Tea Garden Drive & Martin Luther King Jr Drive
San Francisco, CA 94118
United States
Sat May 24 11:00am - Sat May 24 12:00pm
Notes
Although smaller than I expected, this was a nice tea garden. Admission is $5 cash only. We had tea service which was welcome because of the cool weather.
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A major cultural destination in since 1895, the de Young Museum re-opened in October 2005, newly housed in a facilit …
Shopping
de Young Museum
50 Hagiwara Tea Garden Dr
San Francisco, CA 94121
United States
Sat May 24 12:00pm - Sat May 24 12:30pm
Notes
We only went up to the observation tower, which was free. It had nice views of the cityscape and you could see a bit of the GG bridge. Do this if you are already in the park.
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In Golden Gate Park
Thing to Do
Sat May 24 1:15pm - Sat May 24 2:15pm
Notes
There are some really amazing flowers housed here including a large collection of orchids. It is well worth the $5 admission. Definitely visit if you are in the park.
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Restaurant

+1 415 681 5858
Sat May 24 2:30pm - Sat May 24 3:15pm
Notes
This place was excellent. Service was super friendly. You order at the counter and someone brings the food to your table. I got a make-your-own crepe with chicken, artichokes, and mozzarella. It was fabulous. It comes with potatoes and mixed greens. There was WAY too much food. Prices are good as well. Would absolutely return.
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Golden Gate National Recreation Area begins where the Pacific Ocean meets San Francisco Bay. All in all, it is …
Thing to Do
Fort Mason, Building 201
San Francisco, CA 94123
United States
415-556-0560
Sat May 24 3:30pm - Sat May 24 5:00pm
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Average Rating (37):
     
This museum houses more than 87,000 paintings, sculptures, decorative arts, and tapestries. Some pieces date back 4, …
Thing to Do
California Palace of the Legion of Honor
El Camino Del Mar and 34th Avenue
San Francisco, CA 94121
United States
Sat May 24 4:00pm - Sat May 24 4:15pm
Notes
We didn't go in except to use the restroom, which I'm pretty sure is past where you're supposed to pay. The museum was absolutely packed, though. There were really long lines everywhere. We just went for the views from the grounds. It took forever to find a parking spot. Views of the golden gate bridge are worth it.
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An engineering masterpiece, this bridge, built in 1937, towers with sturdy grace over the Golden Gate. Stretching ov …
Thing to Do
Golden Gate Bridge
Lincoln Boulevard & Doyle Drive
San Francisco, CA 94129
United States
Sat May 24 5:15pm - Sat May 24 5:45pm
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Average Rating (40):
     
Step back in time and into this primeval forest on Mount Tamaplais. Some of these towering redwoods are more than 2, …
Thing to Do
Muir Woods National Monument
1 Muir Woods Road
Mill Valley, CA 94941
United States
Sat May 24 6:30pm - Sat May 24 7:30pm
Notes
We arrived late in the day and did not have to pay the entrance fee. Little sunlight shines through the trees, so it was cool and damp in the forest. This place was very peaceful and relaxing. I would return to explore the trails further.
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Average Rating (8):
     
At Paradise Bay you will enjoy new American cuisine in a Sausalito Waterfront setting. You'll find the marvelous …
Restaurant
1200 Bridgeway
Sausalito, CA 94965
United States
(415) 331-3226
Sat May 24 8:00pm - Sat May 24 9:15pm
Notes
We just drove around and picked this restaurant. The food was mediocre and the service was slow, but the views were decent and the prices were fair. However, there must be better places to eat in Sausalito. We probably wouldn't return. We ordered clam chowder, lobster potstickers, salmon, and a glass of sangria and the total was $50.10 before tip.
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The Quality Inn and Suites hotel is just off hwy 101 and one mile from downtown Santa Rosa. It is 50 miles from …
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Quality Inn and Suites Santa Rosa
3000 Santa Rosa Ave
Santa Rosa, CA 95407
United States
707-544-6464
Sat May 24 10:00pm - Sun May 25 9:00am
Notes
$144/nt for Queen w/AAA discount. Limited choices Sat of Mem Day weekend, most hotels were sold out (this one eventually did too). Room was okay. There wasn't anything wrong with it, but it was nothing special. I guess it did have a wet bar area. Toiletries were Jhirmack. This hotel is two floors and it doesn't have an elevator. Wasn't a big deal for us. Breakfast was standard continental stuff with a waffle iron. Employees were surprisingly friendly. I wouldn't have a problem returning, but it seems like there are nicer hotels.
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Sun 05/25/08 (day 4) - Rutherford, St Helena, Napa

Average Rating (13):
     
Moviemaker Francis Ford Coppola has been making wines at his Niebaum-Coppola Estate Winery in the Napa Valley for tw …
Thing to Do
Niebaum Coppola Winery
1991 St. Helena Highway S
Rutherford, CA 94574
United States
Sun May 25 11:00am - Sun May 25 12:45pm
Notes
This place is in no way worth the $25 pp entrance fee. The displays inside the estate are small and disappointing. I was expecting more movie memorabilia. Also, you cannot really walk the grounds and the wine is nothing to write home about. I wish we had gone to a different winery. Don't waste your time here.
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Housed in a historic white barn on the outskirts of St. Helena, the Napa Valley It's filled with wonderful …More  
Shopping
835 Charter Oak St
St Helena, CA 94574
usa
707 963 4173
Sun May 25 12:45pm - Sun May 25 1:30pm
Notes
This is a small, shack-like store that sells meats, cheeses, olive oil, etc. We made a few purchases and ate in their picnic area outside. It is a nice place for a snack or a small lunch. Cash only.
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Restaurant in downtown Napa.
Restaurant
napa, CA
Sun May 25 2:45pm - Sun May 25 3:45pm
Notes
We ate on the patio and ordered a burger and a turkey club sandwich. The food was nothing special. Our pre-tip total was $23.75.
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Average Rating (17):
     
River Terrace Inn is located within walking distance of the Napa Valley Wine Train and approximately 55 miles …
Hotel
River Terrace Inn
1600 Soscol Ave
Napa, CA 94559
United States
707-320-9000
Sun May 25 4:00pm - Mon May 26 10:00am
Notes
Booked this on reservetravel.com for $196/nt. Limited selection for Mem Day Weekend. Room was awesome. Had a two person Jacuzzi (nice robes too) and a balcony overlooking the Napa river. Toiletries were coconut lime verbana from Bath and Body Works. Sound machine, ceiling fan, dvd player, all kinds of extras. They have a free DVD library for you to use. Free breakfast was great - assorted teas and coffee, homemade granola, dried fruits, meats and cheeses, something hot(eggs??), good pastries, bagels, etc. It's the attention to detail that makes this hotel great. We could have stayed here all vacation.
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Average Rating (8):
     
A picnic ground and trailhead at the base of the hill lead to steep trails up to the boulder-strewn valley rim. Hike …
Thing to Do
2201 W Imola Ave
Napa, CA 94559
United States
Sun May 25 5:00pm - Sun May 25 7:00pm
Notes
It was nice to do something that wasn't wine related. There is an admission fee ($5??) per car. At first appearance, the park looks a little neglected. Out of the many trails, we chose the skyline trail. It had nice views of Napa valley. Watch signs carefully, as the map isn't very clear.
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Chain of Mexican restaurants
Restaurant
505 Lincoln Ave
Napa, Ca 94558
Sun May 25 7:30pm - Sun May 25 8:30pm
Notes
Though we didn't know it at the time, this is a chain. I've had more authentic and cheaper Mexican food many other places. I wouldn't go back. The quesadilla platter, chimichanga and ice tea came to $25.33 pre-tip.
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Mon 05/26/08 (day 5) - Napa, Yountville, Oakhurst, Fish Camp

Average Rating (10):
     
Established in 1979, Mumm Napa is a partnership between France's Mumm champagne family and American bourbon moguls S …
Thing to Do
8445 Silverado Trail
Napa, CA 94558
United States
Mon May 26 11:00am - Mon May 26 12:30pm
Notes
Free informative tour of winery (including sample vines) and nice art gallery. Go on tour first, because at the end you get a token good for a (15%?) discount. We didn't know that :-( The tastings are table service (we sat on the patio). You get to pick what you want. We chose two different sparkling wine flights. They were $15 each and included three half-flutes apiece. They looked like full flutes to me. Tastings came with token water crackers. We really enjoyed this place and would recommend.
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Bouchon Bakery is
Restaurant
6528 Washington Street
Yountville, Ca 94559
USA
707.944.2253
Mon May 26 12:45pm - Mon May 26 1:45pm
Notes
This place was really good. We ordered a ham and cheese sandwich (grilled), TKO, fruit tart, double chocolate cookie, milk, and iced chai. The total was $21.50. I highly recommend visiting.
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Restaurant
40278 Road 425a, Ste D
Oakhurst, CA 93644
United States
(559) 641-7667
Mon May 26 7:30pm - Mon May 26 8:30pm
Notes
We found this restaurant by searching the AAA listings in our GPS. This place is great! It has good seafood in a casual setting at a fair price. The service is good as well. We would definitely return. The pre-tip total for clam chowder, large bucket of clams and mussels, creme brulee, and surf and turf was $51.13.
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Average Rating (33):
     
Situated on Highway 41, Tenaya Lodge at Yosemite is two miles from the southern entrance to Yosemite National …
Hotel
Tenaya Lodge at Yosemite
1122 Hwy 41
Fish Camp, CA 93623
United States
559-683-6555
Mon May 26 9:00pm - Wed May 28 11:00am
Notes
We averaged $214/nt including breakfast with AAA discount. I did not think our room lived up to that price. There was absolutely nothing wrong with it, but it just didn't seem like a $200 room. The rest of the hotel was nice and it had a lot of amenities. Breakfast was good. It was a buffet that had a large assortment of hot items, pastries, fruit, and breads. I would stay here again if the price was a little cheaper.
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Tue 05/27/08 (day 6) - Yosemite

In 1851, a battalion of Indian fighters wandered into Yosemite Valley and were stopped in their tracks, dumbstruck …
Thing to Do
Yosemite
P.O. Box 577
Yosemite, CA 95389
United States
209-372-0200
Tue May 27 9:30am - Tue May 27 8:00pm
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