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Advice on traveling to Edge Esmerelda in Healdsburg, CA.

A friend of mine is going to be attending a multi-day event in Healdsburg, CA. in June. They are trying to figure out the best way to travel from San Francisco airport to Healdsburg, CA for the event, and then to travel from Healdsburg to Berkeley, CA after the event. What's the best (most time efficient and cost effective) way to do this?
posted by eaquestions on May 23, 2024 - 9 answers

What to do and where to stay in San Francisco

I am heading to SF very soon, oops! What to do and where to stay please? I got great answers in my recent Vegas thread, so fingers crossed! [more inside]
posted by Iteki on Sep 3, 2023 - 29 answers

Taxi!

I want to be able to hail or otherwise get a taxi in San Francisco. What's the best way to do this? I have a big ol' bag full of questions. [more inside]
posted by pdb on Aug 10, 2023 - 10 answers

What should I do with a day and a half in the Bay Area?

Traveling for the first time in 2 1/2 years, and heading to the Bay Area for the first time in 3 1/2 years. I'll have most of a weekend solo to sightsee, relax, and be pampered. Since it's been so long since I've been, what are the things that are on your can't miss list? [more inside]
posted by hijinx on Sep 21, 2022 - 12 answers

What to do with ourselves at midnight in SFO?

After 22 hours of travel, we'll be landing in SFO at midnight in late April. What's our best option for getting our tired bums into beds safely? [more inside]
posted by iamkimiam on Feb 21, 2022 - 25 answers

Weekend in San Francisco, pandemic style?

I’m going to be in San Francisco for a weekend with my sister and her wife. I’ve been to SF many times, but not during the pandemic so my usual food-oriented travel ideas are a bit out of step (several options I’ve looked up are still takeout only). What would you do that’s actually open right now, including outdoor activities? [more inside]
posted by stoneandstar on May 22, 2021 - 6 answers

Get out of San Fran with Kids and Grandparents

2 adults, 2 kids, and 2 grandparents are celebrating grandparents 50th in San Francisco this weekend. For one of the days we would like to rent a car and get out of the city. I don't mind driving a few hours. I don't mind spending money. Tell me about cool locales / day trips that a 7 and 70 year old could both enjoy together.
posted by jasondigitized on Jun 4, 2019 - 18 answers

North Bay Half-Day Trip Destination?

I need to practice driving, and I'd like to go across the Golden Gate Bridge. Where should I go in the North Bay on Saturday? [more inside]
posted by wym on May 7, 2019 - 9 answers

What's a great full day hike within 5 hours of San Francisco?

I have the week off and want to get some Nature this Thursday before I start a new job and get super busy. What's the best place to go at the last minute? My ideal scenario is below the fold. [more inside]
posted by boghead on May 7, 2019 - 5 answers

Going to California

California first-timers here. Would you recommend starting our sightseeing adventure in San Francisco and heading south, or starting in San Luis Obispo and heading north? [more inside]
posted by emelenjr on Jan 24, 2019 - 16 answers

San Francisco in March

I'll be in SF on March 16 - 28, for GDC but with several days before and after the conference to look at the city. What is worth seeing, beyond the obvious items? I like games, history, science, coffee, cocktails, and cats. I can't drive.
posted by Zarkonnen on Feb 5, 2018 - 13 answers

Tomorrow by the Golden Gate?

I just discovered that although I am currently in Davis, CA, I could very easily spend tomorrow in San Francisco! What shall I do? [more inside]
posted by PussKillian on Jan 5, 2018 - 7 answers

Golden Gate...Divisadero...Turk...Fillmore!

I'm heading up the coast to see TMBG do their two nights in San Francisco at the Fillmore in March. Where should I stay? [more inside]
posted by ovenmitt on Dec 17, 2017 - 4 answers

Help with San Francisco travel

We'll be in San Francisco later this month and there are three things we'd like your help with: getting to the Union Square Grand Hyatt from OAK, checking out the Golden Gate Bridge, and getting photos of the skyline around dusk. (I've tried to sift through the Google noise.) [more inside]
posted by jroybal on May 1, 2017 - 14 answers

Am I allowed to deliberately 'miss' a connecting flight?

I accidentally booked a flight to LA without realising my Cali tour starts in San Francisco. Dammit. [more inside]
posted by ihaveyourfoot on Apr 1, 2017 - 22 answers

San Francisco Recommendations: comics, fashion, food, and more

My Girlfriend is visiting San Francisco next week and has some questions that could do with some local knowledge about social enterprises, ethical fashion, comics and eating. [more inside]
posted by MT on Jan 26, 2017 - 13 answers

Looking for Union Square Restaurant Ideas

Coming to San Francisco next week for a conference and staying near Union Square. Looking for restaurant ideas for quick breakfasts, hour long lunches, and long lingering dinners within walking distance. I eat everything, and while cheap is good, good is more important. The only other time I've been in the city your recommendations for Bi-Rite and Tartine were spot-on, so let me know where I should go next. [more inside]
posted by craven_morhead on Jul 27, 2016 - 13 answers

How to Yelp in San Francisco?

I'm going to be in SF for a week -- my first visit! -- and my plan is to spend most of my time walking around and eating delicious food. At home in NYC, I use Yelp for this sort of thing, but I'm not sure if my usual review-processing system is going to work in SF. (Or if I should be using a totally different app!) [more inside]
posted by Narrative Priorities on Mar 10, 2016 - 22 answers

Maybe Some F**king Merlot?

My wife and I are thinking of spending a week in San Francisco and the Napa Valley in mid-July for our 10th anniversary. Neither of us have ever been to SF or wine country. Can you wonderful people provide any tips, tricks, or suggestions? Best wineries to visit, things to do in SF, places to stay, etc. Basically where should we go and what should we do? Any help greatly appreciated!
posted by joelhunt on Feb 24, 2016 - 34 answers

Help me get to Northern California without excess baggage

Help a chronic over-packer get to San Fransisco with her one carry-on bag intact. [more inside]
posted by Champagne Supernova on Feb 18, 2016 - 12 answers

SF - Oakland Labor Day traffic mess HELP

Calling Bay Area residents, how effed up is traffic going to be this weekend? [more inside]
posted by hellameangirl on Sep 2, 2015 - 10 answers

Afternoon in San Francisco

I have a business trip to San Francisco coming up soon. I will be more or less booked up with work stuff while I'm there, with the exception of one weekday afternoon. Any recommendations for the best way to spend 4-5 hours on my own? [more inside]
posted by catoclock on Aug 31, 2015 - 21 answers

San Francisco for a Saturday

Where would you recommend we stay for one night in San Francisco at the end of August? [more inside]
posted by narcissus_and_ambrosia on Aug 9, 2015 - 12 answers

Ideas for a short outdoorsy getaway, near San Francisco or Portland?

My husband and I will be traveling to San Francisco and Portland to visit family and friends for two weeks in late July/early August. We'd like to take a couple days by ourselves mid-trip to get out of the city and celebrate our anniversary -- where should we go? [more inside]
posted by teditrix on Jun 3, 2015 - 13 answers

Confusingly expensive hotels in San Francisco

So after a lifetime of wanting to visit the US, I've been invited to a conference in Pasadena in September, and so am tagging on a week of holiday at the end. I really want to go to San Francisco and explore the surrounding area, however looking at hotels, ones that are in guides or previous AskMeFi posts as being around $100-150 per night are coming up as $300-400 per night, so 4-5 nights of stay is around $1000. [more inside]
posted by litereally on May 15, 2015 - 30 answers

San Francisco and Redwood Trip with Kids

My family is flying in to San Francisco at the end of June. We have 7 days in the area. None of us have ever been to San Francisco before. We also have a strong desire to see the Redwoods, but we are confused when we look up information on them because there seem to be so many different parks that all claim they have Redwoods. So we are looking for advice on what to see and do, and the best way to see the Redwoods from the San Francisco area. [more inside]
posted by bove on Mar 13, 2015 - 20 answers

Need options for short-term US cell phone for travel.

I'm traveling from the UK to the US in 2 days, and need a cell phone with a US number for roughly a week. I have an unlocked GSM smartphone with dual SIM slots. Any options to get a short-term US SIM card quickly (and, ideally, cheaply!)? [more inside]
posted by still bill on Nov 16, 2014 - 8 answers

Tour de Northern California

We are (likely) headed to northern California for March 7-14. What should we do, and how should we divide our time? [more inside]
posted by charmedimsure on Oct 22, 2014 - 11 answers

Self Guided Walking Tours in San Francisco

Me and my wife are planning a San Francisco trip and are dedicating a day to Golden Gate Park and the Presidio. I am interested in self guided walking tours for these two areas. I'm looking for something like this from Frommers: but for the areas that I mentioned. [more inside]
posted by R.F.Simpson on Jul 14, 2014 - 11 answers

a road trip without any ability to drive

BeMyTravelAgentFilter: Help me figure out a way to make a trip from the Bay Area to New Orleans doable and affordable - when driving is not an option. [more inside]
posted by divabat on Jun 4, 2014 - 23 answers

Budget hotels in San Francisco

I'm headed to San Francisco for a week at the end of the month. Work will reimburse up to $190 per night for a hotel. I really want to stay downtown for easier access to restaurants, bars and nightlife. I'm fine with driving to and from the worksite. Which hotel(s) would you recommend?
posted by grateful on Apr 8, 2014 - 13 answers

Can I bring baggage on the Oakland Ferry to San Francisco?

Taking the Coast Starlight from Seattle to Jack London Sq., but want to take the ferry to Pier 41 where I have a hotel waiting. But I've got luggage. Can I bring it on the ferry? No information on official site. Please help. Thanks so much! [more inside]
posted by itsjustcarlo on Apr 2, 2014 - 11 answers

SF weekend = super fun weekend?

2 whirlwind days in San Francisco -- please help me figure out an itinerary! [more inside]
posted by miss_kitty_fantastico on Dec 10, 2013 - 14 answers

New Year's Day in San Francisco

I'm spending New Year's in San Francisco so my partner and I can get married (no gay marriage allowed in Montana, so we're headed to the home state of both our families). We plan to be there with our parents and siblings for the event, but are not sure what to do with ourselves on the day of the 1st. [more inside]
posted by ikahime on Nov 27, 2013 - 9 answers

Getting to the Computer History Museum from San Francisco without a car

How can I get to the Computer History Museum from San Francisco without a car, and is it worth it? [more inside]
posted by robintw on Oct 6, 2013 - 21 answers

A (vegan) night in San Francisco

I’ve gotta take a quick trip to San Francisco this weekend. I think my Saturday and Sunday are full, but Friday night is still open. So I’ve got one meal to make the most of. What’s the best vegan option for one meal in the area? I’ll be flying in to San Jose, and staying somewhere between there and Santa Cruz, but I’ll have a car and am happy to go anywhere in the area. So where should I go?
posted by ericc on Sep 16, 2013 - 13 answers

Level 2 travel tips for a San Franciscan in Portland and Austin?

I've been to both these cities before, so this time I want to explore some local fave places and grok the resident hipster vibe. Please point me in the direction of the Dolores Park of Portland/Austin. [more inside]
posted by mokudekiru on May 30, 2013 - 4 answers

A Day and a Half in San Francisco

Mr. Liet and I have a day and a half in San Francisco. What should we do? [more inside]
posted by liet on Feb 26, 2013 - 10 answers

demissionization

Help me have fun in San Francisco but not get stuck in the Mission! What's your favorite spot? [more inside]
posted by cosmologinaut on Jan 26, 2013 - 6 answers

Help me plan a last minute international trip to an unknown destination

Emergency Vacation: Help me book a trip from San Francisco to Somewhere Else in the World between Friday 12/21 and Monday 12/31. [more inside]
posted by farmersckn on Dec 19, 2012 - 11 answers

What should we explore around the SF Bay area on short notice?

A few months ago, I booked an incredible deal on a flight to spend 4 days next week in or around San Francisco. Life got busy, and I still haven't made any actual plans for what we're going to do, or where we're going to stay. We've been to SF a few times before, and want to rent a car and explore the area surrounding the city this time around -- particularly to the North. Any budget-friendly suggestions? [more inside]
posted by schmod on Oct 18, 2012 - 23 answers

Where to stay and what to do in SF?

Where to stay and what to do in San Francisco for our honeymoon? [more inside]
posted by malthas on Aug 23, 2012 - 12 answers

Going to San Francisco and Portland; what am I doing?

Planes and Trains and Bikes, oh my! or, Going to San Francisco and Portland for a week and a half; what should I do and see and eat? [more inside]
posted by vulgar_wheat on Jul 27, 2012 - 11 answers

Where can I find cheap(ish) last minute-hotel accommodations in or around San Francisco?

Where can I find cheap(ish) last minute-hotel accommodations in or around San Francisco? [more inside]
posted by joeyjoejoejr on Jun 25, 2012 - 20 answers

Where should I take an outdoorsy girl near (but not in) San Francisco?

Where should I take an outdoorsy girl near (but not in) San Francisco? [more inside]
posted by farmersckn on Jun 14, 2012 - 17 answers

places to check out in san francisco

I am a 22 yr old guy traveling to San Francisco for the first time June 5th-9th. I want to get a good mix of tourist stuff to do, then check out a few places that necessarily wouldn't be on the top places to check out that are cool. Any suggestions would be awesome. Thanks!
posted by jsh07 on May 10, 2012 - 18 answers

I want to wake up in the city that's never flat.

Going to San Francisco for two nights! Where should I stay? [more inside]
posted by greenland on Mar 23, 2012 - 18 answers

Scientist seeks room of her own whilst on the road...

I've been awarded a fellowship that allows me to go on an international study tour of Sweden and the USA. Metafilter locals, tell me where I should stay in New York, San Francisco and Honolulu. Bonus question: what cafes/ shops/ other places should I check out on my weekends off? Details after the jump... [more inside]
posted by Alice Russel-Wallace on Feb 6, 2012 - 11 answers

Stuff to do in San Francisco With a Kid

Help me plan a week in San Francisco with my six-year old. [more inside]
posted by spikeleemajortomdickandharryconnickjrmints on Feb 6, 2012 - 22 answers

Where (nearish San Francisco) can I sit under a beautiful star-filled sky in a hot tub, or similar atmosphere?

Live in San Francisco and have 12 days to spend at the end of this month (January). I want to sit in a hot tub and stare up at a beautiful sky. Where should I go? [more inside]
posted by davezor on Jan 11, 2012 - 16 answers

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