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Weekend Getaways
Hikes That Eschew Deja Vu
The beauty of a loop trail is that you never repeat a single step. Tom Stienstra shares four of his favorites in the Bay Area.
Carmel Mission Inn
Emerging from reconstructive surgery with a new retro-hipster style, this former Best Western is not only cheaper than nearby options, but offers great online deals.
Kick Back In Cayucos
Home to a laid-back vibe, amiable locals and a gorgeous coastline, this California beach town is the perfect destination for decompressing after the holidays.
Village In The Vineyards
With just enough buffer from the real world, bucolic Kenwood is a perfect base for stargazing, trailblazing and winetasting.
Family
Pups On Parade
Take your family to Año Nuevo, just an hour and a half south of San Francisco, to watch elephant seals and their new pups.
Outdoors
Second Only To Kilimanjaro
Looking to savor the second-grandest view on the planet? Make the easy drive to the 3,849-foot summit of Mount Diablo. Photos.
Romantic
Brewery Gulch Inn
Craftsman styling and views of Smuggler's Cove make this Mendocino inn the perfect place to soak in the North Coast romance.
Budget
Fern Grove Cottages
These 1920s cottages in the redwoods are a nice place to enjoy a Russian River weekend — at Courtyard by Marriott prices.
Food & Drink
Crack Open A Cold One
Our guide to Reno's best brewers, from the Silver Peak Brewery, home of the XXX Blonde, to the Great Basin Brewery, maker of the "Icky."
Carmel Mission Inn, Carmel
You've got to get over the fact that it is located behind a gas station and...
That's A Spicy Meatball
If you're looking for a taste of this comfort-food staple we've got six of your best bets in town.
It's Tops: Russian Hill
Stride up the numerous stairways to find luxurious gardens, historic homes, and Macondray Lane, the site of "Tales of the City."
