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San Francisco, CA
Why San Francisco • From San Francisco’s rapid 1840s Gold Rush beginning, the city changed drastically in the post-war boom. The counterculture movement of the 60’s and 70’s revolutionized the city once more, and the technology explosion of the early ‘90s brings us to today • Golden Gate Park, Crissy Fields, Ocean Beach, and Alamo Square are just a few of San Francisco’s parks. These beautiful, open spaces will give you a nice break from the bustle of the city • Nearby Napa Valley and Sonoma County form the backbone of NorCal's rich wine traditions and are only a day trip away
Lif t • San Francisco International Airport (SFO) is 14 miles from the city center • Oakland International Airport (OAK) is 20 miles from the city center
Recommendations BEST TIME OF YEAR: Fall offers some of the city's warmest temperatures of the year, not to mention fewer crowds than summer.
Grab your coat and a handful of glitter, and enter a wonderland of fog and fabulousness. So long, inhibitions; hello, San Francisco! Lonely Planet
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Sailing S.F.
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Play Ball
Prison Break
Cruise the waters on small and sleek sailboats for an exciting and invigorating afternoon.
Experience a San Francisco Giants baseball game while delighting in the ballpark’s favorites such as popcorn, peanuts, and hot dogs!
Visit the notorious Alcatraz Island federal penitentiary, which is a short ferry ride away.
Biking Sausalito
Ferry Foodie Fun
Cable Car Sights
A scenic cycling tour across the Golden Gate Bridge to the charming town of Sausalito.
Walk and taste your way on a tour of one of San Francisco’s distinctive culinary destinations.
With a line-up of the city’s hotspots, this tour will check every San Francisco box your heart desires.
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Chinatown Cool A walking tour down the narrow streets and alley of this historic neighborhood with an expert guide.
Presidio Park Hike Hike the Ecology Trail to Inspiration Point and Andy Goldsworthy’s 100-foot-tall artwork, Spire.
Architecture Tour Visit the “Painted Ladies,” carefully restored to their Victorian-era splendor.
Golden State Suite
Beach Yoga
Napa Day Trip
Guests will cheer on the golden state warriors from a private suite.
Take a yoga class on the shore complete with a soundtrack of remixed Zen beats.
Tour the CA Wine Country on this day trip to vineyards, downtown Napa, and culinary hot spots.
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Modern Marvel A dynamic center for modern, diverse, and contemporary art hosts your next event.
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Botanical Beauty A living museum within Golden Gate Park, this Botanical Garden offers 55 acres of lush scenery.
Legion Of Honor Overlooking the Pacific Ocean, Golden Gate Bridge, and all of San Francisco, this museum is most noted for its enchanting setting.
The Mint
Palace Of Fine Arts
Alcatraz Island
Located just a coin’s toss from the Moscone Center, this classical revivalist venue is historically cool.
The Iconic Palace of Fine Arts is sure to impress all your guests with it’s Greco-Roman Rotunda & immaculate grounds, lagoon and so much more.
Immerse your guests on the historical island of Alcatraz also known as the island of incarceration.
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Rotunda Revelry
Fort Festivals
Have A Ball
Beneath a dome gleaming in 24-karat gold and soaring 306 feet high, San Francisco City Hall is a breathtaking event space.
A driving force in supporting the arts in the region, this venue is expansive and boasts Bay views.
Host a fantasy batting practice or gala night at the home of the San Francisco Giants.
Music Of Legend
Pier Posh
Industrial Chic
Party in the venue where The Who, Grateful Dead, Jefferson Airplane, and others took the stage.
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Two Levels, One Amazing View, And State-of-the-art Amenities Make This The Ultimate Pier Venue.
Located in the heart of one of the city's most historic neighborhoods, this venue is a modern, industrial space that combines art and nature.
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Salt Meets Sweet
Oakland Beans
SF Embroidered
Flavorful toffee or brittle made by this local San Francisco baker with fun flavors like Black Sesame, Espresso and Smokey Bourbon.
This black-owned coffee company has a mission to create the very best brew and lift up the community.
I left my heart in… We all know the city and this original design celebrates it all.
Custom Levi’s
Local Tote
Watch This
A classic American brand born in San Francisco can be customized for any group
The perfect tote for the city which features a fun graphic and can tote all your travel needs.
Add a level of luxury to your smart watch with these stylish bands made from a variety of materials
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Wine Country, CA
Why Wine Country • Choose from distinct regions each with their own appeal: Napa Valley, Healdsburg, and Sonoma • More than 400 wineries dot the 30 miles of Napa Valley, one of the world’s premier wine regions and famous for its prized Cabernet Sauvignon • Downtown Napa is one of the most happening places full of luxury lodging, hip wine bars, celebrity-led restaurants, wine tasting rooms, and beautiful river walks • A variety of excursions allow you to explore other wonders beyond the vines
Lif t • San Francisco International Airport (SFO) and Oakland International Airport (OAK) are just over 1 hour away from downtown Napa
Recommendations BEST TIME OF YEAR: Napa is a yearround destination, with each season offering something different. Peak times, such as Fall harvest, are busy and the Winter months are the quietest.
Napa Valley is more than just excellent wines—its history has roots as deep as those of the region’s old Cabernet vines. Travel + Leisure
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Sip & Cycle
Day at the Vine
Timeless Tradition
Bicycling through the Valley offers the opportunity to experience some of the smaller, boutique wineries.
Enjoy the lush vineyards arrayed over rolling hills, sipping on premiere wineries.
Take a ride in some of the world’s most luxurious race cars followed by clay shooting.
Winemaker
Sonoma Safari
Culinary Competition
Create a blend with a winemaker and then tour the wine caves with a sommelier.
Explore Sonoma with a guide who will introduce you to some of the most amazing animals in the world, and some of most incredible wines.
Gather around a hand-crafted wood burning oven and enjoy an interactive culinary competitions in the heart of Napa.
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Napa by Paddle
Tranquil Trek
Culinary Arts
An invigorating journey along the Napa River with views of downtown, as well as the beautiful Carneros region.
Hike through a petrified forest, towering redwoods, or to the top of scenic vistas.
Learn from the very best culinary artists and educators during a class at The Culinary Institute of America.
Art Tour
Cakebread Cooks
Grape & Olive
Tour this art gallery with a broad range of art of Northern California in a singularly unique setting.
Enjoy a private tour, tasting, and hors d’oeuvres cooking class at a legendary winery.
Savor the flavors of this famed winery’s ancient olive groves and sprawling vineyards during a private tasting.
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Brasswood Beckons
Royal Vines
State-of-the-art winery with 17,000 sq. feet of caves and a collection of small production wines and custom crushes.
A unique winery anchored by an authentically built 13th century Tuscan-style Castle.
Farm to Fork
Modern Times
Wine & Whimsy
This locale features a large patio overlooking the vineyards and a cave theater dug into the hillside.
The estate grounds feature lavender fields, a vast lawn, rose garden, citrus trees, and a boutique vineyard.
A renovated barn is the perfect setting for this ingredient-driven American farmhouse restaurant.
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Culinary Caché This prestigious culinary academy sits on a beautiful property in St. Helena.
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Art of the Vine
Organic Elegance
Ranch Revelry
Taste and tour this modern Spanish winery where art, design, and vineyards combine for an extraordinary night.
LEED Gold-Certified organic winery on a 45-acre vineyard driven by sustainable practices.
A picturesque ranch with a perfect blend of rustic and modern ambiance.
Vintage Napa
Wine Cave Chic
Golden State Allure
This massive outdoor space has all you need for a large event.
Dine in the heart of a winery during an exclusive night inside a legendary vineyard's wine cave.
This winery is set inside a California Historical Landmark and brims with charm.
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Artisanal Wine Pourers
Local Tote Bags
Napa Chocolate
The original stainless steel wine pourer/aerator. Pure elegance & the perfect give for the wine lover.
Perfect for toting around all your daily necessities & great to have on hand for weekend adventures.
A full kit of food and wine essentials for your own Napa Happy Hour at home.
Stemless Wine Cups
Bamboo Cutting Board
Scent of Napa
Elevate your drink with this stemware – stainless outside & glass inside.
Remember your time in California every time you chef it up with this fun state shaped cutting board made from eco-friendly bamboo.
Small batch-made with natural ingredients, this line of shave, soap, and skincare is a lovely gift.
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Bar Inspiration
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