Archive for 2007
November 19th, 2007 by susan j
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If you’re among the 27+ million people who plan to fly this Thanksgiving, then you’ll want to read Peter Greenberg’s last-minute travel tips. Greenberg is a Today Show contributor who reminds travelers to check in online the night before and try to fly out of a smaller airport to avoid travel congestion (good tips for other times of the year, too). To relieve airplane gridlock, President Bush recently approved a “Thanksgiving express lane” from Florida to New England and added additional measures to avoid delays. Happy travels!
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November 16th, 2007 by susan j
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With many of Broadway’s stagehands on strike, travelers are starting to look elsewhere to get their theater fix. Though the city is over 3,000 miles away from the Great White Way, San Francisco offers Broadway-caliber theater and enough variety for even the pickiest arts patron. Here’s a roundup of performances in the Bay Area this winter:
October 9-December 9
San Francisco’s Best of Broadway series presents The Color Purple, a musical based on the popular Alice Walker novel.
October 19-December 8
Actors Theatre of San Francisco brings Tennesssee Williams’ Camino Real to the stage.
November 8-December 2
Berkeley Playhouse journeys to Whoville with Seussical the Musical.
November 23-December 16
42nd Street Moon introduces audiences to Jerome Kern and P.G. Wodehouse’s little known musical Oh, Lady! Lady!!
December 5-23
American Conversatory Theater presents the classic holiday spectacle A Christmas Carol.
December 1-January 12
The San Francisco Playhouse takes a quirky look at Christmas with the Sna Francisco premiere of Christopher Durang’s Mrs. Bob Cratchit’s Wild Christmas Binge!
For more on theater in San Francisco and half-price tickets, check Theatre Bay Area’s website.
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November 15th, 2007 by amy c
Friday, November 16
Embarcadero Holiday Kick-off: The Embarcadero, shopping central and Winter Wonderland, begins its famous celebration of the holiday season this Friday. Complimentary appetizers and holiday cheer abounds in this famous celebration.
Saturday, November 17
3rd Annual Reindeer Romp: Real live reindeer return to the San Francisco Zoo to celebrate the holiday season.
Sunday, November 18
Free day at the museum: is offering a free day from 10- 5!
Sunday, November 18
Holiday Harmony: Enjoy Bay Area performances at Fisherman’s Wharf’s Pier 39 of traditions from Christmas, Hanukah and Kwanzaa. The majestic Christmas tree will also be lit and adorned with hundreds of multi-cultural bows.
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November 13th, 2007 by susan j
Sunrise over San Francisco
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If you’re looking for a new way celebrate Thanksgiving, then the Indigenous People’s Thanksgiving Sunrise Gathering may be just the ticket. Departing at 4:45 am, 5 am, 5:15 am, 5:30 am, 5:45 am and 6 am, this event commemorates the start of the 1969-1971 occupation of Alcatraz by the “Indians of All Tribes.” Click here for more information.
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November 12th, 2007 by susan j
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It’s Monday, which means another edition of the Carnival of Cities. This week’s carnival is hosted by the folks at IgoUgo and it features Jamie’s post about Cheap Eats in San Francisco. It also includes tasty tips on dining in Naple, Italy, Oaxaca City, Mexico, and other travel destinations around the globe. Check it out.
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November 12th, 2007 by amy c
Americans agree San Franciscans are the best overall people, compared to 25 other US cities, also ranking number one in categories such as most sophisticated getaway, most notable neighborhoods, and gay-friendliness. I wasn’t surprised, but then again this native is a tad biased.
Travel and Leisure Magazine recently published a survey, asking Americans to rate 25 urban destinations around the US. After 60,000 responses, here is a guide to how your next travel destination ranks.
San Francisco was ranked pretty high for most categories, often tying or coming in a close second to New York City in categories such as ethnic food, skyline views, and underground arts scene.
See how San Francisco measures up in all areas!
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November 9th, 2007 by jamie a
See Jyet Kauswer with Pork at Burma SuperStar
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No matter what cuisine strikes your fancy, this guide to restaurants in San Francisco will keep both your stomach and wallet happy!
For a traditional American brunch, check out Delancey Street Restaurant. Dine on delicious Belgian waffles and eggs Benedict, with most breakfast prices ranging from $7-10. The portions are known for being generous, so come hungry!
At Marina Subs, the subs are so big you can even split one with a friend! Known for heaps of fresh avocado and “special sauce,” you can get your order to go and enjoy it near the water.
In the mood for a unique hot dog? From duck to wild boar sausage, Rosamunde Sausage Grill is the place to try a dog like you’ve never had before. With toppings like sauerkraut, wasabi mustard, and curry ketchup, make yours a one-of-a-kind treat.
Enjoy a tea leaf salad, fiery chicken with tofu, and cardamom cinnamon rice all at Burma SuperStar. Call ahead to reserve a table at this happenin’ place and bring along a group so you can all order different dishes and share! Be sure and top off your dinner with some lychee sangria or ginger lemonade.
If you’ve never tried Ethiopian food, Axum Cafe is a perfect introduction. Try out the Vegetarian Platter to share and get a little taste of everything, then pair it with some of their delightful on-tap beers or Tej honey wine.
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November 8th, 2007 by amy c
Saturday, November 10
Irish Coffee’s 55th Anniversary at Buena Vista: San Francisco landmark, The Buena Vista, celebrates the 55th anniversary of the creation of the Irish treat in the United States for the first time. Enjoy Irish food and music as well as delicious food at a classic San Francisco restaurant.
Saturday, November 10 and Sunday, November 11
Ferry Plaza Farmers Market: Every week over 100 farmers, vendors, and artisans set up a wide array of the freshest produce, cheeses, baked goods, and prepared food from around the city.
Sunday, November 11
Veteran’s Day Parade in the Financial District: A band, drum line, and drill teams will commemorate Veteran’s day with a parade that starts at 1pm at 2nd Street and will continue down Market Street to City Hall.
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November 6th, 2007 by susan j
San Francisco by night
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In case you missed the deadline for our Photo and Review Contests, Budget Travel is having its own writing and photography contests. In honor of the 10th Anniversary Issue, the magazine is publishing all reader generated content in June 2008. Here’s your chance to fulfill your travel aspirations by going on assignment to an exotic locale of your choosing. The editors will even post a reader’s photo on the cover of the magazine!
Read all the details on Budget Travel’s website.
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November 5th, 2007 by susan j
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If you’re craving a tropical getaway, but you don’t have the time or the money for a Hawaiian vacation, then you’ll be excited to read this article in the San Francisco Gate. It describes several Hawaiian musicians who are jetting over to California for concerts in the Bay Area this November.
Here’s a glimpse at the Hawaiian offerings coming up: Ukulele player Herb Ohta, Jr. and guitarist/vocalist Nathan Aweau play the CSU East Bay Campus on November 8 (this Thursday). On Friday, November 9, ukulele player Jake Shimabukuro takes the stage at the Napa Valley Opera House. Read the complete article here.
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