San Francisco Journals

Anniversary Trip to San Francisco

A July 2005 trip to San Francisco by lanimaesd

Quote: I wanted to surprise my boyfriend with a weekend trip from San Diego for our anniversary. After a bit of research, I found San Francisco to be the perfect city. It had everything I wanted--world-class food, great shopping, beautiful sights, and only an hour away by plane!

JW Marriott San Francisco Union Square

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Hotel | "Pan Pacific Hotel"

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May I just begin by saying - rave, rave, rave! The Pan Pacific is a wonderful hotel at a great value. My boyfriend and I really like to stay in high end hotels when we travel and I must say that I was a little worried about this hotel because the price was so low! I really cannot think of any complaints. We took the Super Shuttle from SFO airport (20 minute ride, $14 pp) to the Pan Pacific. The hotel is about a 3-minute walk from Union Square. It has a really unique reception area in that it is located on third floor rather than the first. This gave it a more private and exclusive feel. Our check-in was quick and easy. We arrived at 1pm and were able to go right to our room, despite the ...Read More

Member Rating 5 out of 5 on July 19, 2005

JW Marriott San Francisco Union Square
500 Post Street
San Francisco, California 94102
(415) 771-8600

Jardiniere

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Restaurant

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I wanted to pick a special place for our anniversary dinner. In my list of requirements was a restaurant that was romantic, close to our hotel, served great food that wasn't too over-the-top (my boyfriend is not too adventurous when it comes to food) and didn't require a suit and tie to walk in the door. My final choice was Jardiniere. I did read mixed reviews about this restuarant, but found it to meet all of my needs. So I made a reservation about a month in advance through opentable.com. I was not disappointed. The restaurant is a 5- to 10-minute taxi ride from the Pan Pacific and is located right next to the opera house. I believe the restaurant is known as a dinner spot for th...Read More

Member Rating 4 out of 5 on July 19, 2005

Jardiniere
300 Grove St
San Francisco, California 94102
+1 415 861 5555

Blue & Gold Fleet

Attraction | "Blue and Gold Fleet Bay Cruise"

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We are not big on "touristy tours" when we travel, but wanted to get a quick look at the Golden Gate Bridge and Alcatraz. This one-hour tour was perfect for us. It was not too long, and the boat was not crowded at all. We purchased the ticket that included the Aquarium of the Bay admission. It was convenient because the boat left every hour, and we didn't have to specify a time. The boat was large and didn't sway too much - good for those who get seasick easily. The passengers were able to sit inside or outside, and there was a snack bar on the bottom floor. The tour took us out past Sausalito, underneath the Golden Gate Bridge, and circled Alcatraz on our way back to the docks. I enjoyed the comme...Read More

Member Rating 3 out of 5 on August 2, 2005

Blue & Gold Fleet
Pier 41 Marine Terminal
San Francisco, California 94133
(415) 705-5555