September 3, 2010

Northern California Getaways of the Week

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7-Day Dream Getaway
Lake Tahoe & Yosemite National Park

This weeklong road trip covers two of my favorite places on the planet: Lake Tahoe and Yosemite National Park. I’ve visited both these mountain regions countless times, yet each time I’m nonetheless awestruck by their beauty. The trip starts in North Lake Tahoe, winds its way to South Lake Tahoe, and then veers southeast along Hwy. 395 to Mono Lake. From there, it cuts westward on Hwy. 120 and heads up, up, up to the famed Tioga Pass and into Yosemite National Park. Just reading about it will make you want to drop everything and start packing. Read full article >>

This Week's Best Local Hotel Deals

Santa Clara

Avatar Hotel, a Joie de Vivre Hotel

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$119
  $110 OFF!
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The BEST DEAL EVER for your California’s Great America theme park getaway. Save $110 off the rack rate at Santa Clara’s hippest hotel, PLUS 2 TICKETS to California’s Great America. Awesome family hotel w/ heated pool, Jacuzzi spa, WiFi, HDTV & whimsical rooms.

San Francisco

Hotel Abri, San Francisco

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$139
up to 30% OFF!
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Stay in style in San Francisco for as little as $139 per night Sunday through Thursday and $179 Friday and Saturday. Hotel Abri is located steps from the Powell Street Cable Car turnaround, near Union Square, Market Street shops, BART, restaurants, clubs, and more.

Villa Florence, San Francisco

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$139
up to 40% OFF
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One of our top-selling hotel deals! Stay in luxury and style on Union Square for only $139 Sunday through Thursday and $179 Friday and Saturday at the fabulous Villa Florence. This fantastic deal includes a VIP welcome amenity upon arrival and free Wi-Fi.

Larkspur Hotel Union Square, San Francisco

Pet Friendly!
$129
up to 35% OFF
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Bring along your pet for a San Francisco getaway to the Larkspur Hotel Union Square, with rates starting at only $129 per night. You’ll love the location–right in the heart of the San Francisco, with easy access to the City’s top dog spots.

Tiburon

The Lodge at Tiburon

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$159
up to 40% OFF
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Those-in-the-know stay in tranquil Tiburon and take the ferry to SF. It’s the ultimate romantic yet affordable getaway on the bay, with rooms starting at a mere $159 per night Sunday through Thursday. Rates at this pet-friendly California Craftsman-style charmer include free WiFi and outdoor heated pool.

Sonoma Coast

Timber Cove Inn, Jenner

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$199
  Package Deal!
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ROMANCE ALERT! Score a spacious full-ocean-view room (gorgeous views!) with a spa tub & fireplace PLUS a $40 dining discount at the resort’s restaurant AND Sonoma County wine tasting for two—all for only $199 Sun-Thu. This is a fantastic deal!

Monterey Bay

Sanctuary Beach Resort, Monterey

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$139
up to 40% OFF
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Enjoy an affordable yet luxurious stay at Monterey’s exclusive beachfront resort, with rates starting from just $139 Sun-Thur for a Partial Ocean View Deluxe room and $199 for a Full Ocean View Deluxe. This fantastic offer even includes a personal golf cart to explore the property.

Carmel

Carmel Mission Inn, Carmel

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$119
  Pet Friendly!
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Score a steal of a deal at Carmel-By-The-Sea with rates starting at $119 per night! Ideal location with easy access to Carmel’s beaches, world-class golf courses, and the Monterey Bay. Offer includes free WiFi, parking, pet-friendly rooms, and fitness center.
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Local Getaways - Activities & Events - National Championship Air Races

National Championship Air Races
September 15-19, Stead Airfield, Reno
The world’s lon¬gest running air race is the only place where you can see five days of real air racing among six classes of aircraft that reach speeds of more than 500 miles per hour. The event also features military static and historic airplane displays along with jaw dropping aerobatic ex¬hibitions. While enjoying the races, spectators can visit the pits and watch race teams work on the airplanes, get autographs from their favorite race pilots and browse hundreds of vendor booths and take pleasure in a wide variety of food and beverages. Website, Video

Local Getaways - Activities & Events - 2010 Sonoma Valley Crush

2010 Sonoma Valley Crush
September 15-19, Sonoma County
Have you ever romanticized about getting involved in a wine harvest & crush? Find out what it's like this September in the Heart of Sonoma Valley. The Weekend Harvest Tasting Pass gives you access to activities and tastings at 16 tasting rooms the weekend of September 18-19 from 11am to 4pm each day. Enjoy various other harvest events September 15-19 as well. Purchase tickets online at heartofsonomavalley.com or call 866/794-9463.

Local Getaways - Activities & Events - Fleet Week

Fleet Week
October 7-12, San Francisco
Thousands of locals and visitors gather along the Marina Green, The Embarcadero, Fisherman’s Wharf, and other vantage points to watch incredible (and loud!) aerial performances by the Blue Angels. Bring a lawn chair and picnic basket to watch the Parade of Ships and take a free warship tour as well. fleetweek.us

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