Halfway between Los Angeles and San Francisco along the legendary historical El Camino Real trail is the still under-discovered wine region of Paso Robles. Hot days and cold nights offer an ideal climate for this region specializing in Syrah and also known for growing outstanding Zinfandels, Cabernet Sauvignons, Chardonnays, and Merlots.
Gentle rolling hills, valleys and sharp cliffs ensure a variety of micro climates ideal for wine-growing. Set amidst bucolic back roads and rolling hills, a wine tasting tour of Paso Robles blends visual pleasures and culinary feasts.
From elegant to ethnic, from catch of the day to cake of the day, dinner in San Francisco can be quirky, yet always an unforgettable and delicious experience. Whether you are in the mood for a romantic dinner or something a bit more wild and unpredictable, the city by the bay offers plenty of options to please both your palate and personality.
Just 12 miles north of San Francisco and across the Golden Gate Bridge are ancient redwoods that tower to over 200 feet tall, and the opportunity to stand in the presence of trees that are centuries old. Muir Woods contains six miles of trails, and after entering the forest, sounds are confined to the creek, birds chirping, and your footsteps moving across the forest floor. Bring a water bottle and wear comfortable shoes for a day exploring the last remaining stand of ancient redwoods in the San Francisco bay area.
It's easy to live the good life in Sonoma. One half of the most famous wine region in America, Sonoma County is home to at least forty wineries, top-notch restaurants, world-class shopping, and luxurious spas. If you're looking to indulge every one of your senses, Sonoma is the place to be.
The San Francisco Bay Area is one of the premiere destinations for food and wine aficionados in the country, and home to a dizzying variety of restaurants, farmers markets, and, of course, the Napa and Sonoma Valley wine countries. A visitor could spend months -- maybe years -- exploring everything the Bay Area has to offer. Don't have that much time? No problem. In San Francisco, there are so many choices within walking distances that energetic travelers with a comfortable pair of shoes and a big appetite can have their fill.