Nestled within the captivating landscape of the Sierra Nevada foothills, Tuolumne County beckons with a rhythmic allure — its very name, “Tuolumne,” (pronounced to-all-o-me) echoing the invitation to “Follow Me.” Situated about two and a half hours east of San Francisco, it’s a beautiful area encompassing three regions: the iconic Yosemite, Gold Country and the High Sierra. It’s known as…
Visitors who have time to spend exploring beyond the 7×7 mile parameters of San Francisco are in luck. Within just a few hours or less of the city are countless destinations that make for the perfect day trip from San Francisco. Our beautiful region of the world offers infinite miles of stunning coastline and beaches; top-notch hiking trails; a true…
San Francisco loves their urban parks. Though we’re one of the most cosmopolitan cities in the world, the city does an incredible job of making sure a park is always nearby. Did you know there are 220 in the city? And in 2017, San Francisco became the first city in the nation where all residents have access to a park…
I’m a born and raised San Franciscan and can safely say that the city is full of distinctly and uniquely San Francisco neighborhoods. It’s an exciting, ever-changing destination to explore no matter if you’re a tourist or local. It’s a vibrant city that is constantly evolving. New restaurants and bars are opening up left and right. Fresh San Francisco neighborhoods…
San Francisco is a beautiful city known for its incredible scenery, historic landmarks and picture perfect vistas. As someone who’s always on the lookout of the most photogenic places to get content, this is an iconic city that never ceases to impress the camera! There are countless places to get the best Instagrammable shots in the city. From the classic…
Yosemite National Park is one of the most visited national parks in the country and with good reason. Situated in California’s vast Sierra Nevada Mountains, this epic park is home to 1,200 square miles of famous waterfalls, meadows, ancient giant sequoias, vast valleys and some of the most iconic rock formations in the world. Despite growing up in San Francisco,…
If you’re looking for an idyllic beach town, Avila Beach is it! Located just off Highway 1 on California’s Central Coast, next to Pismo Beach and just 15 minutes away from San Luis Obispo, is this beautiful gem. From San Francisco it takes just a little over 3 and a half hours on scenic Highway 1 making it the perfect…
When it comes to iconic cities, San Francisco doesn’t disappoint. SF is among the most exciting destinations in the U.S. and you quickly find out why when you get to exploring (with the help of this San Francisco guide!). As someone who’s born and raised in SF, you may think I’m biased here. That said, I’ve traveled the world (thanks…
You can spend months exploring Central California and all the natural beauty it has to offer. From small seaside surf towns to the major tourist destinations that everyone knows about, you could easily extend your vacation indefinitely. Though Central California can get over-shadowed by NorCal and SoCal, it’s a region that offers incredible landscapes ranging from jagged cliffs and crashing…
Oakland, California is a melting pot of cultures and backgrounds. This shines through in its vibrant community and particularly in the wide variety of its restaurants. Thanks to living in San Francisco, I’m pretty spoiled when it comes to food and I sometimes forget how incredible the restaurant scene is out in Oakland. Not to mention, it’s just a quick…
San Francisco’s historic Japantown is one of just three remaining Japantowns in the country! With that said, it’s been a hub for Japanese art, culture, shopping and so much more for decades. Moreover, Japantown is home to some of the most authentic Japanese food this city has to offer. From fresh mochi and conveyor belt sushi to piping hot crepes…
Oakland Restaurant Week is hands down the best time to explore Oakland’s dynamic culinary scene. If you’ve ever been to Oakland, you know it’s a city that prides itself on being home to countless ethnicities and cultural backgrounds. The city itself can be divided up in to a variety of culturally-distinct neighborhoods — each offering its own roster of unique…
