What to see in california?
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What to see in california?
ok going to visit my parents in san jose 3rd week in june. So far on the list is obviously san jose and san fransisco, alcatraz, some redwoods. anyone got any particular places i should go see, places to eat. nothing TOO far unless it's a must see.
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Infinion Raceway, and the massive amount of wineries in the napa vally.
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Monterey/Carmel area is pretty cool, only about 90 min from SJ. Point Lobos State Preserve in Carmel is excellent if you're up for wildlife and crashing surf views. Casanova in Carmel is one of my favorite restaurants anywhere.
If you can get a decent car, take the 101 south to Greenfield, then drive Carmel Valley Road (G16) up to PCH in Carmel. It is an absolutely great sports car road, but the trip is a few hours.
If you can get a decent car, take the 101 south to Greenfield, then drive Carmel Valley Road (G16) up to PCH in Carmel. It is an absolutely great sports car road, but the trip is a few hours.
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Monterey/Carmel area is pretty cool, only about 90 min from SJ. Point Lobos State Preserve in Carmel is excellent if you're up for wildlife and crashing surf views. Casanova in Carmel is one of my favorite restaurants anywhere.
If you can get a decent car, take the 101 south to Greenfield, then drive Carmel Valley Road (G16) up to PCH in Carmel. It is an absolutely great sports car road, but the trip is a few hours.
If you can get a decent car, take the 101 south to Greenfield, then drive Carmel Valley Road (G16) up to PCH in Carmel. It is an absolutely great sports car road, but the trip is a few hours.
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san jose... downtown is kinda fun in a "shadow of SF" kinda way.
if you go up to muir woods, make sure to stop at all the awesome brew pubs on the way. especially Russian River in Santa Rosa. Awesome place.
You might also want to cruise the El Camino just for kicks. though it's never been the same since 1992...
if you go up to muir woods, make sure to stop at all the awesome brew pubs on the way. especially Russian River in Santa Rosa. Awesome place.
You might also want to cruise the El Camino just for kicks. though it's never been the same since 1992...
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Monterey/Carmel area is pretty cool, only about 90 min from SJ. Point Lobos State Preserve in Carmel is excellent if you're up for wildlife and crashing surf views. Casanova in Carmel is one of my favorite restaurants anywhere.
If you can get a decent car, take the 101 south to Greenfield, then drive Carmel Valley Road (G16) up to PCH in Carmel. It is an absolutely great sports car road, but the trip is a few hours.
If you can get a decent car, take the 101 south to Greenfield, then drive Carmel Valley Road (G16) up to PCH in Carmel. It is an absolutely great sports car road, but the trip is a few hours.
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There's an aquarium to see in Monterey that's ok. Carmel is cool, just mostly scenic stuff. 17 mile drive is cool too, but I think they started charging people to get in. Hurst castle is pretty neat too, but that might be farther off than you're willing to drive.
No.Cal is more scenic and nature oriented fun it seems. I prefer buildings to trees though.
Any chance you're going to So.Cal?
No.Cal is more scenic and nature oriented fun it seems. I prefer buildings to trees though.
Any chance you're going to So.Cal?
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There's an aquarium to see in Monterey that's ok. Carmel is cool, just mostly scenic stuff. 17 mile drive is cool too, but I think they started charging people to get in. Hurst castle is pretty neat too, but that might be farther off than you're willing to drive.
No.Cal is more scenic and nature oriented fun it seems. I prefer buildings to trees though.
Any chance you're going to So.Cal?
No.Cal is more scenic and nature oriented fun it seems. I prefer buildings to trees though.
Any chance you're going to So.Cal?
probably not heading to socal based on time, i've only got 5 days(+2 traveling) and i kinda have to spend some time with the parents, plus the more i do with them hopefully i can get pops to foot the bill, problem is cali is huge and there's tons of things to do and see but it's all spead out too far for my time constraints
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san jose... downtown is kinda fun in a "shadow of SF" kinda way.
if you go up to muir woods, make sure to stop at all the awesome brew pubs on the way. especially Russian River in Santa Rosa. Awesome place.
You might also want to cruise the El Camino just for kicks. though it's never been the same since 1992...
if you go up to muir woods, make sure to stop at all the awesome brew pubs on the way. especially Russian River in Santa Rosa. Awesome place.
You might also want to cruise the El Camino just for kicks. though it's never been the same since 1992...
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Winchester Mystery House is in SJ and pretty cool to visit. Even if you are not into the paranormal shtick the house is just a trip.
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For sure you should check out the technology mesuem in San Jose... if your a techie at all you should get a kick out of it. Also, just driving up and down North First Street in San Jose to see all the damn cool tech companies is also fun too.
If you are a foodie, the choices in down town Palo Alto and Los Altos are killer! Citizen Cake in downtown San Francisco near the city hall is cool to boot. Snotty as hell place for a $300.00 dinner for 2; but sooo damn worth it.
Winchester house is a must see as are the beaches in Santa Cruz and boardwalk for belly-button weather
If you are into cigars, there is a killer shop in Palo Alto... my friend Mohammed owns the joint so if you go there just tell him Matt says hi.
Downtown San Jose is quaint and fun... after 8 Pm there are a shitload of meat markets for those on the prowl. California girls are the best!
finally, if you are into high-end shopping, Santana Row in San Jose is great for the well to do. There are a few great clubs / lounges in the mix of stores that will make you feel like your on the movie set of "21" during the better times.
**** man. i am jealous and wanna go back to silicon valley!!!!
Cheers,
Prospero
If you are a foodie, the choices in down town Palo Alto and Los Altos are killer! Citizen Cake in downtown San Francisco near the city hall is cool to boot. Snotty as hell place for a $300.00 dinner for 2; but sooo damn worth it.
Winchester house is a must see as are the beaches in Santa Cruz and boardwalk for belly-button weather
If you are into cigars, there is a killer shop in Palo Alto... my friend Mohammed owns the joint so if you go there just tell him Matt says hi.
Downtown San Jose is quaint and fun... after 8 Pm there are a shitload of meat markets for those on the prowl. California girls are the best!
finally, if you are into high-end shopping, Santana Row in San Jose is great for the well to do. There are a few great clubs / lounges in the mix of stores that will make you feel like your on the movie set of "21" during the better times.
**** man. i am jealous and wanna go back to silicon valley!!!!
Cheers,
Prospero