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Alcatraz Night Tour: An Inside Look At A Night in Alcatraz

May 15th, 2017 · No Comments · Alcatraz, One Day Tours, Reviews, San Francisco Tours

Alcatraz Island, home of the notorious Alcatraz Federal Penitentiary, has been said to be one of the most haunted places in America.  Located just off the coast of San Francisco, Mark Twain once referred to the island’s atmosphere as feeling “cold as winter, even in the summer months”. The island is now a well-preserved and […]

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The Cable Car History of San Francisco

May 2nd, 2017 · No Comments · Fisherman's Wharf, san francisco, Transportation, Union Square

San Francisco’s iconic cable cars have become a must-see attraction, but their history is what makes them the true symbol of the City’s spirit.  In the 1870’s, cable cars were simply a daily necessity for commuting the steep hills of San Francisco, and especially in dress shoes & heels!  Workers from around the City would rely on […]

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St. Patrick’s Day Pub Crawl

March 8th, 2017 · No Comments · Activities, Uncategorized

St. Patrick’s Day is one of the biggest and best drinking holidays of the year. So what better way to celebrate than with a MASSIVE PUB CRAWL! CrawlSF has put together not one but 2 PUB CRAWLS this year – the first one on Friday, March 17 and the second on Saturday, March 18. Come have a […]

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Hidden Reno Hotspots

February 28th, 2017 · 2 Comments · Activities, Get Aways

What comes to your mind when you think Reno? Casinos, nightlife, skiing – but step off the slopes and out of the neon glow and you’ll find Reno is filled with an exciting combination of historic architecture, trendy businesses, and exciting culture – you’re going to wish you stayed a little longer…So, finish up your […]

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Top 8 BART Walkable Activities

July 8th, 2016 · No Comments · Activities, Transportation

While there are many ways to travel around San Francisco (bike, bus, cable car, and even a psychedelic “magic bus”, just to name a few), nothing is more convenient than the Bay Area Rapid Transit, known simply as “BART”. Although small, San Francisco’s simple subway system is ideal for newcomers intimidated by the city’s hilly […]

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Bike Sharing in San Francisco

August 10th, 2015 · No Comments · Activities

Want to rent an amazing bike, not rental-store junk when you visit San Francisco?  Spinlister is basically the AirBNB of bicycles, where people rent out their bicycles, and the selection is amazing.  This ranges from very basic bicycles to very high-end bicycles used for racing and mountain biking.  Spinlister has produced a guide to biking […]

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7 Most Romantic Getaways Within 60 Miles of San Francisco

June 27th, 2014 · No Comments · Activities

Have just a day or two to escape from the city and do something really special? There are many special destinations in the surrounding area that provide a perfect getaway for romance. Rent a luxury car, head out of town and enjoy time with your partner. Here are our top seven picks for dreamy day […]

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Enter the Dungeon.

June 17th, 2014 · No Comments · Fisherman's Wharf

San Francisco’s Fisherman’s Wharf now has a great new attraction to give you a bit of a horrifying scare, and learn about the history of the City.  The new San Francisco Dungeon is filled with interactive, live-actor exhibits to share the history of the city in a creative and engaging way.  It’s a semi-horror experience […]

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How about a horrifying campout experience?

June 16th, 2014 · No Comments · Activities

What if you could immerse yourself in a horror experience that you are living; in the dark; overnight?  A new concept in truly scary entertainment is “The Great Horror Campout” which is headed for the San Francisco area July 11 and 12 at the Alameda campground near Pleasanton and many other cities soon.  For a […]

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New Sports Wax Figures at the SF Wharf: Jeremy Lin and Gabby Douglas!

June 16th, 2014 · 1 Comment · Activities, Fisherman's Wharf

Although the wax museum at Fisherman’s Wharf is pretty darned touristy — your next visit will include some great new sports figures being added for this summer. Jeremy Lin is known for his global fan club “Linsanity” and currently plays basketball for the Houston Rockets.  Jeremy led an amazing winning streak for the New York […]

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