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Culture: A Perfect Summer Day for Lovers in San Francisco

San Francisco is one of the most interesting and romantic cities in the country and during the summer months you can almost always count on blue skies and mild weather. A visit to the beach for skinny dipping, a beautiful Japanese Tea Garden, searching for second hand treasures on Haight Street and an independent film at the historic Red Vic all add up to one perfect day for lovers looking to explore this city by the bay.

Pack a picnic brunch- sandwiches, fresh fruit and a local Napa wine- and head out to Baker Beach. Not only is the north part of the beach considered clothing optional, it also offers; clean sand, gorgeous weathered stone outcroppings, and it sits right on the end of the Golden Gate Bridge, giving you a view unsurpassed by any beach in the city. Eat and relax, then go in for a dip au naturale, or take this rare opportunity to sunbathe without the unsightly tan line.

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