Finding Christmas in San Francisco
The charm of San Francisco climbs to new heights when Christmas comes to town. Last week we enjoyed a quick get-away to this city — one of my favorite places.…
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Hiking to the Hollywood Sign
What do you think of when you see the iconic Hollywood sign? The nine-letter symbol of Tinseltown has perched high on a hill since 1923. It conjures up all that…
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Enjoying the Marine Band in Coronado
Summer Sunday afternoons in Coronado, California offer a free concert in the park for all ages to enjoy. A different band is on tap every week. Last week the San…
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Hiking the Rubicon Trail at Lake Tahoe
One of our favorite hikes in the Lake Tahoe area is the Rubicon Trail. You’ll find the entry to it in D. L. Bliss State Park on Highway 89, about…
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Monterey and the Lone Cypress
The rugged coastline of Monterey features deep blue waters and rocks worn smooth by the pounding of waves. The bay, sheltered from winds and weather, is a peaceful place. Across…
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The Coronado Ferry Landing
A summer afternoon at the Coronado Ferry Landing in San Diego gives you a view across the sparkling bay to downtown San Diego. The white accordion roofs top the Convention…
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Presidio Park – A San Diego Landmark
Want to take a little trip through time, back to the early days of San Diego? You can do that by exploring Presidio Park. The park is known for the…
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A Day in Old Town San Diego
San Diego Old Town preserves a piece of the history of this California coastal city. You can travel back to the mid 1800s as you stroll the wide streets and…
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The Light at Point Pinos
‘Cause in a sky, ’cause in a sky full of stars I think I saw you; ‘Cause you light up the path . . . — Coldplay We ventured on…
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An Evening in the Park
Saturday in the park, I think it was the Fourth of July People dancing, people laughing. Can you dig it (yes, I can) And I’ve been waiting such a long…