San Francisco-Stole my Heart

Some of my memorable moments in San Fran would be spending my days down at the Wharf. Plenty of shops and seafood. Local entertainers on street corners. My favorite entertainer would be the "bush man"... hilarious. The city can be very chilly in the early evenings... dress warm, layers. 4th of the July was great at the Wharf. Two sets of fireworks over the bay.

Quick Tips:

Buy a muni pass, that way you can ride the trolleys, cable cars and buses unlimited. It's easier to get a ride on the cable cars by picking them up on the corner stops, not the turn arounds.

Best Way To Get Around:

Use public transportation.

Best Things Nearby:
Cable car line just a few blocks away. Union Square within walking distance.

Best Things About the Resort:
Very friendly front desk staff.
Location is in good spot.
Wine cellar onsite and afternoon tea served.

Resort Experience:
The resort's location is good. Within walking distance to Cable car and Union Square. It's a smaller resort (older mansion). The lobby is gorgeuous. My room could have been kept up better. The unit was clean but it needed maintenance. The location of the resort made up for any complaints.

• Unit Type: Studio
• Activities: Not Available
• Amenities: Not Available
• Unit Satisfaction: Fair
• Family Friendliness: Excellent
• Service: Excellent

Excellent Italian food. From the outside the place looks like a dirty bar but the food was great. The place can be a little cramped with people but the dining experience will be worth it. The establishment has dollars all over the ceiling and walls. Nice atmosphere.

History buffs will love it. Children will be mesmerized. Everyday people will enjoy the boat ride and views. Overall, this small trip is worth its weight in gold.

I recommend purchasing your tickets in advance since it tends to sell out early. Bring a jacket... San Fran is windy on its own, and being on an island doesn't help much. Camera!!

I participated in the audio tour. I feel it is a better option. It allows you to wander on your own and explore while hearing information thru your headsets on the area you happened to wander into.

The boat ride is about 10 min long, and there is a refreshment bar on board.

Overall I highly recommend taking the tour. It is well worth the time and money involved.

Enjoy!

San Francisco's Chinatown is a vibrant community of colorful streets and alleyways, strange smells and tacky souvenirs. It's a busy, crowded place with great restaurants and offbeat attractions.

Stockton Street is the heart of the community, where you'll find a colorful morning produce market and authentic Chinese shops. I loved shopping there; it's one of the best Chinatowns outside of Asia I have to assume. :-)

The restaurants are good with mostly inexpensive food. McDonalds, with its sign written in Chinese, even served noodles.

There are many little shops thru-out. The main source of goods sold are souviners. Chinatown is a must see with plenty of stores so you could spend an entire day there. Be aware that it can be over crowded at times, but don't let that keep you away. You haven't seen San Francisco unless you have visited Chinatown.