San Jose
Even in the heart of Silicon Valley, people need a break from their screens and electronic devices. Fortunately, there are lots of options and variety for a getaway, from the urban pleasures of San Francisco to the north, to the beautiful wilderness of Yosemite to the east, to the laid-back beach towns to the south, and everything in between.

Get Away to Sea Ranch and Gualala
A hundred miles up the coast from San Francisco, but a world away, are the secluded communities of Sea Ranch ... Read more

Retreat to the Remote Central Coast in Cambria
Halfway between the big cities of Los Angeles and San Francisco, you'll find the peaceful town of Cambria with its ... Read more

Go Glamping at Safari West in Santa Rosa
Can't fly half a world away to go on a safari? No problem! Safari West in Santa Rosa has you covered. This ... Read more

Eat Your Way Through Wine Country
The restaurants in the wine country north of San Francisco have more than their share of Michelin stars and other ... Read more

Go on a Wine Tasting Adventure in the Livermore Valley
Everyone has heard of Napa Valley, but did you know that there's fantastic wine tasting in the Livermore Valley? This ... Read more

Dine and Drink in Jack London Square in Oakland
It's easy for travelers to overlook Oakland in favor of San Francisco. But the area around Jack London Square is ... Read more