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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.
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.
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.
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With just enough buffer from the real world, bucolic Kenwood is a perfect base for stargazing, trailblazing and winetasting.
Take your family to Año Nuevo, just an hour and a half south of San Francisco, to watch elephant seals and their new pups.
Looking to savor the second-grandest view on the planet? Make the easy drive to the 3,849-foot summit of Mount Diablo. Photos.
Craftsman styling and views of Smuggler's Cove make this Mendocino inn the perfect place to soak in the North Coast romance.
These 1920s cottages in the redwoods are a nice place to enjoy a Russian River weekend — at Courtyard by Marriott prices.
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."
You've got to get over the fact that it is located behind a gas station and...
If you're looking for a taste of this comfort-food staple we've got six of your best bets in town.
Stride up the numerous stairways to find luxurious gardens, historic homes, and Macondray Lane, the site of "Tales of the City."