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Feb 23rd, 2009, 07:29 PM
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Feb 24th, 2009, 06:29 AM
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Kiwi Rob, Is your wife looking for a JoAnn Fabrics? I read in one of my guidebooks about another fabric store called Britax. It sounds like an amazing fabric store. However, my guidebook is also three years old, so I'm not sure if Britax is still around, but it looked like a great fabric store.
Feb 24th, 2009, 08:29 PM
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I agree with starrs, kureiff....while you CAN do it, fairly easily, you may not want to leave once you get up there. Especially if you make it as far as Healdsburg. It would be charming to spend the night then head back.
Feb 25th, 2009, 05:56 AM
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Stu, your info is fantastic. My brother's family is coming to SF this summer and my 18 yr old daughter and I will meet them in SF. I made a reservation at the Hilton Financial District because it seemed in a good location, goof view etc with reasonable cost. I can probably get upgraded to a suite with breakfast etc and the cost is $149. Is this a mistake due to the area having some crime or other issues? Also, my brother has 7 people and he couldn't find a reasonable place so is getting 2 rooms at the Embassy Suites (govt rate of $120). I'm thinking that my daughter and I will stay in SF vs the airport....any advice is great. Thanks!
I checked the Cow Harbor area, maybe we pay the extra bucks or stay at the motor inn vs the Hilton.
I checked the Cow Harbor area, maybe we pay the extra bucks or stay at the motor inn vs the Hilton.
Feb 25th, 2009, 07:01 AM
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We've stayed at the Hilton FD several times since the remodel and even stayed there when it was the Holiday Inn and never felt threatened and walked all over.
Something going on in that area right now I don't know about?
No big city is crime free so just be aware of your surroundings.
Short walk to NoBeach/Chinatown, Un Sq., Fish/Wharf and even the Embarcadero.
I suggest getting a room with a northern view: http://www.worldisround.com/articles/332065/photo3.html
Something going on in that area right now I don't know about?
No big city is crime free so just be aware of your surroundings.
Short walk to NoBeach/Chinatown, Un Sq., Fish/Wharf and even the Embarcadero.
I suggest getting a room with a northern view: http://www.worldisround.com/articles/332065/photo3.html
Feb 25th, 2009, 09:53 AM
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That is good to know that it is safe and the view does look great, good tip on asking for a northern view room. I like the short walk and don't plan on getting a car. We only have 5 days. My brother and his crew are getting a car. So many options, it's going to be tough to narrow them down. I printed everything and will get the AAA map.
Mar 15th, 2009, 11:39 AM
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Here is a story that appeared in yesterday's SF Chronicle.
http://tinyurl.com/gun-nests
It describes the military defenses built around San Francisco for an anticipated WWII invasion by the Japanese. Most of these gun turrets, bunkers, batteries, housing sites, etc. still remain and are now part of the Golden Gate National Recreation Area (GGNRA). They're fun to explore. The best ones I've found are on my "Places with Great Views" section in the first post on this thread. They are on #16. If you want to see even more batteries, when you get to the top of the #16 drive on Conzelman Dr. there is a small one-way road that continues. Follow this road for more fantastic views of the ocean, the Golden Gate, and the fortifications. There is even a Nike Missile site. Most of the roads are one-way - just follow your nose & explore every road you can take. There is a very nice Visitors Center in this area - you'll pass it. Get the AAA map for "Sausalito & Mill Valley" if you want a map to follow. This is a beautiful area - it's hard to imagine that the city of San Francisco is just across the bay - this area is really remote. Make sure you drive past Fort Cronkite and visit the beautiful beach there. This is a great place to picnic. You can walk to a lighthouse too (don't know if there are any restrictions).
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http://tinyurl.com/gun-nests
It describes the military defenses built around San Francisco for an anticipated WWII invasion by the Japanese. Most of these gun turrets, bunkers, batteries, housing sites, etc. still remain and are now part of the Golden Gate National Recreation Area (GGNRA). They're fun to explore. The best ones I've found are on my "Places with Great Views" section in the first post on this thread. They are on #16. If you want to see even more batteries, when you get to the top of the #16 drive on Conzelman Dr. there is a small one-way road that continues. Follow this road for more fantastic views of the ocean, the Golden Gate, and the fortifications. There is even a Nike Missile site. Most of the roads are one-way - just follow your nose & explore every road you can take. There is a very nice Visitors Center in this area - you'll pass it. Get the AAA map for "Sausalito & Mill Valley" if you want a map to follow. This is a beautiful area - it's hard to imagine that the city of San Francisco is just across the bay - this area is really remote. Make sure you drive past Fort Cronkite and visit the beautiful beach there. This is a great place to picnic. You can walk to a lighthouse too (don't know if there are any restrictions).
Stu Dudley
Mar 16th, 2009, 07:06 AM
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Stu
This is such a wonderful thread you have started. I will be in SF in a few weeks and plan to use it extensively. Do you have this in Word format? You were kind enough to send me your Provence writeup in the past so is it possible to get this as well. I would so grateful.
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This is such a wonderful thread you have started. I will be in SF in a few weeks and plan to use it extensively. Do you have this in Word format? You were kind enough to send me your Provence writeup in the past so is it possible to get this as well. I would so grateful.
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Mar 23rd, 2009, 06:58 AM
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Good call Stu.
We went to the new, The Tipsy Pig on Chestnut in the Marina last weekend but too lazy to write a TR.
Open 3 weeks.
Good grub but they are still working out the delivery because a few plates were just warm...very helpful service and a funky decor.
The braided pretzel bread with cheddar cheese sauce and the onion fritters with chipolte BBQ sauce were killah'.
Ditto the pork chop and sliders. We'll go back in a few mos.
Downside...VERY LOUD. Louder than the usual "hip loud" places.
The owner/mgr asked us how we liked it as we were leaving and told him about the noise and he said they were working on it.
We also went to The Epic Roasthouse and what more can you say about it? We will def go back especially for the 3B Special in the Quiver Lounge. Burger, beer and brownie with a great view.
We went to the new, The Tipsy Pig on Chestnut in the Marina last weekend but too lazy to write a TR.
Open 3 weeks.
Good grub but they are still working out the delivery because a few plates were just warm...very helpful service and a funky decor.
The braided pretzel bread with cheddar cheese sauce and the onion fritters with chipolte BBQ sauce were killah'.
Ditto the pork chop and sliders. We'll go back in a few mos.
Downside...VERY LOUD. Louder than the usual "hip loud" places.
The owner/mgr asked us how we liked it as we were leaving and told him about the noise and he said they were working on it.
We also went to The Epic Roasthouse and what more can you say about it? We will def go back especially for the 3B Special in the Quiver Lounge. Burger, beer and brownie with a great view.
