San Francisco’s Theater District

It’s easy to be complacent in your surroundings, unaware of the excitement lingering nearby. San Francisco is one of those places, especially in and around the Theater Distri... Read More

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Fun and sun in San Diego

By Patty Burness

It seems like the sun always shines in San Diego along with the ever-present blue skies, sparkling waters and the lure to be outside. San Diego is a great playground and it’s... Read More

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The wonders of the historic San Francisco waterfront

By Patty Burness

As locals, it’s easy to take San Francisco’s natural beauty for granted. Its prime location means the waterfront offers one knockout view after another. From the pristi... Read More

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New York! New York!

By Patty Burness

Even the Weekend Traveler likes to grab additional days for a vacation, so recently my husband and I flew to New York. What’s not to love about the Big Apple? It’s high... Read More

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It’s happening in Healdsburg

By Patty Burness

Healdsburg is hot. This verdant area has award-winning wines, acclaimed restaurants, a zeal for local products, and friendly residents. And it’s an easy drive from San Franci... Read More

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The wonders of the historic San Francisco waterfront

By Patty Burness

As locals, it’s easy to take San Francisco’s natural beauty for granted. Its prime location means the waterfront offers one knockout view after another. From the pristi... Read More

Weekend Traveler

The riches of Amador County

By Patty Burness

Nestled in the Sierra Nevada’s historic Gold Rush region, Amador County is a year-round playground — ski and snowboard in the winter; raft white water and pick luscious fru... Read More

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Charming St. Helena is wine country at its best

By Patty Burness

February is the perfect time to visit wine country — no crowds, no hot weather, and no traffic. Usually bustling with tourists and cars inching along Main Street, St. Helena̵... Read More

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Beautiful Bodega Bay

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By Patty Burness

Once you’re beyond Highway 101 and headed west to Bodega Bay, the drive is through open farm and ranch land, orchards, and vineyards — serenity in every direction. Then it&... Read More

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Sausalito: A slice of Italy

By Patty Burness

If you’ve visited Italy’s Amalfi Coast, you know the azure sea, meandering coastline, and picturesque fishing villages. We have our own slice of Italian heaven in Sausa... Read More

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Time for downtown Napa

By Patty Burness

If you’re in the mood for a wine country getaway that doesn’t require you to drive after you’ve arrived, then downtown Napa is the place — just stash your keys ... Read More

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The allure of Oregon

By Patty Burness

Oregon has it all: Mountains, forests, rivers, valleys and, best of all, no traffic like the Bay Area. In about five hours, my husband and I drove from San Francisco and reached so... Read More

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Wander Sonoma’s Westside

By Patty Burness

Life during the week is crazy. Having a weekend trip mirror that intensity is pure insanity. It’s great when a getaway is easy and relaxing. That’s what makes it thorou... Read More

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Get going to Guerneville

By Patty Burness

Guerneville, situated in the Russian River resort area, is a wonderful town from which to discover this idyllic region. Be active or relax — you win with either choice. The area ... Read More

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The other side of Sacramento

By Patty Burness

Sacramento is known for its history, politics, and the river that runs through it. It’s also a great base from which to explore the region. This trip, a girlfriend and I stay... Read More

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