I'm lucky that my seasonal job allows me to travel, but it's always difficult to fit in "fun time" on a work trip. My recent jaunt to California was no different. I arrived in San Francisco on a balmy, overcast afternoon and, being the intrepid traveler I am, took BART into the city. I only … [Read more...] about Photo Friday: San Francisco, California
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Visiting Anchor Brewing Company in San Francisco
One of my few vices that I fully indulge when traveling is visiting breweries, along with art museums and street art. My first attempt of the trip was thwarted when I didn't want to wait 45 minutes for a table at 21st Amendment Brewery. Instead, I tried my luck at signing up for a tour with Anchor … [Read more...] about Visiting Anchor Brewing Company in San Francisco
Photo Essay: San Francisco’s Chinatown
When visiting the ethnic neighborhoods of big cities, it can sometimes feel more like Epcot than a real place where real people live. For example, there aren't many Italians left in New York's Little Italy, but there are plenty of restaurants claiming authenticity. I had the same reservations … [Read more...] about Photo Essay: San Francisco’s Chinatown
Not All Tours Are Created Equal
Many "independent" travelers are immediately turned off by the word tour. They picture large groups huddled around a tour guide with an umbrella or worse, a portable microphone, spouting out facts about whatever random attraction they're standing in front of. They picture fanny packs and knee high … [Read more...] about Not All Tours Are Created Equal
Photo Friday: San Francisco’s Painted Ladies
Nearly everyone who has been to San Francisco has visited the "Painted Ladies" of Alamo Square. You've probably seen the iconic Victorian style all in rows, or you've seen them on the show Full House. It was very sunny on this particular day, so many of the pictures didn't turn out great, … [Read more...] about Photo Friday: San Francisco’s Painted Ladies