Head to the Legion of Honor or the de Young Museum to view the latest exhibit.  Pick up a pizza at Amici’s East Coast Pizzeria and enjoy a picnic in one of San Francisco’s many parks before taking in a theater performance at the American Conservatory Theater, or cross the bay to see a performance at Berkeley Rep.  Spend the night in a Deluxe Room at the Sheraton in Palo Alto.  Begin the next morning with a delightful cup of Caffe Verona Starbucks coffee from the one-pound bag of coffee beans in your new travel mug. Take in the latest modern art at San Francisco Museum of Modern Art and end your excursion by exploring the beautiful neighborhoods of San Francisco, perhaps catching a performance at the San Francisco Opera.

Start your experience with a pleasant meal at State of Mind Public House & Pizzeria. Then invite some of your friends for an afternoon wine tasting for 10 at Byington Vineyards & Winery.  You have a number of options for dinner: Savor American fare, creative drinks, and live music at Capers; enjoy Californian takes on Mexican faves at Aqui Cal-Mex; or delight in prime cuts at the stylish Forbes Mill Steakhouse.  After taking in a satisfying meal, return for a peaceful night at Hotel Los Gatos, perhaps curling up to a book you got from Books Inc, while snacking on locally made artisanal foods from Present in Los Altos.

Retreat from everyday life and discover the pace of nature with a two-night stay at Costanoa in Pescadero.  Start the next morning with a cup of Starbucks Caffe Verona in a travel mug prior to going for a run along the Half Moon Bay coastline using your Fleet Feet Runner’s Kit.  Wind down by taking in one of the delicious, unique dishes offered at Fattoria e Mare restaurant.

Book yourself a rejuvenating one-hour hot tub with sauna or steam followed by a one-hour massage at Watercourse Way.  Take your pick from the many restaurant options, whether it be Zola, with its area-sourced French cuisine & vast wine list;  the fresh, high quality seafood available at The Fish Market; Carpaccio Ristorante with its everyday Italian dishes in a lively neighborhood setting; or Cascal, with its Pan-Latin tapas and entrees.  Take in a musical performance at Symphony San Jose or a theater performance at TheatreWorks Silicon Valley before spending a relaxing night at the Westin in Palo Alto.

The family has many options with this package.  Do you feel like taking in America’s national pastime?  Go to an Oakland A’s game, bring some friends to see the San Jose Giants, and appreciate an autographed photo of San Francisco Giants player Jaylin Davis.  Curious about animals?  See them up close at CuriOdyssey, the Oakland Zoo, and Happy Hollow Zoo & Park. Other potential activities include exploring The Walt Disney Family Museum, learning about air travel at the Hiller Aviation Museum, and going ice skating at Solar4America Ice in San Jose. If you get hungry, you can stop  at Hobee’s California Restaurant for a delightful family meal.

Drive up to Napa, stopping at Good Earth Natural Foods Store to pick up a lunch to go.  Enjoy a weekend in the wine country at the extraordinary Silverado Resort & Spa.  Sample the delights of Napa Valley by taking in a private seated wine tasting at Pangloss Cellars or at Peju Winery, or break open the 1.5 liter bottle of Three Sticks Wines’ 2018 Chardonnay.  Then head over to Eagle Vines Golf Club for a round of golf for two.

Take advantage of Dream Inn’s beachfront locations by taking a stroll in the sand before going on a whale watching tour through Stagnaro Charter Boats.  Cap the evening by enjoying California cuisine at Shadowbrook Restaurant before returning to Dream Inn.  Wake up the next morning to a cup of Peet’s Major Dickinson coffee in your new travel mug and head to the Santa Cruz Museum of Art & History to learn about the local history and culture.