San Francisco: 26 Weekend Getaways from the Bay Area
- ISBN-10
- 0762724269
- ISBN-13
- 9780762724260
- Series
- San Francisco
- Category
- San Francisco Bay Area (Calif.)
- Pages
- 352
- Language
- English
- Published
- 2003-05
- Author
- Karen Misuraca
Description
Twenty-six quick and convenient minivacations take travelers away from the hustle and bustle of the city. Enjoy visiting wineries, staying at a world famous spa, or strolling a Spanish town square in Sonoma. Each escape includes detailed route maps, travel directions, destination highlights, activities, and local sources of information. 19 photos. 27 maps.
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