The Yosemite region soft launched it’s newest property this summer, and in anticipation of it’s official grand opening, I checked in to experience it myself. If you’re planning a trip and have been asking yourself where to stay in Yosemite, this is it. Named Chicken Ranch Casino Resort after the Chicken Ranch Rancheria of Me-Wuk Indians, this property stands out and…
Nestled within the captivating landscape of the Sierra Nevada foothills, Tuolumne County beckons with a rhythmic allure — its very name, “Tuolumne,” (pronounced to-all-o-me) echoing the invitation to “Follow Me.” Situated about two and a half hours east of San Francisco, it’s a beautiful area encompassing three regions: the iconic Yosemite, Gold Country and the High Sierra. It’s known as…
Visitors who have time to spend exploring beyond the 7×7 mile parameters of San Francisco are in luck. Within just a few hours or less of the city are countless destinations that make for the perfect day trip from San Francisco. Our beautiful region of the world offers infinite miles of stunning coastline and beaches; top-notch hiking trails; a true…
San Francisco loves their urban parks. Though we’re one of the most cosmopolitan cities in the world, the city does an incredible job of making sure a park is always nearby. Did you know there are 220 in the city? And in 2017, San Francisco became the first city in the nation where all residents have access to a park…
One of my favorite regions to explore is my backyard of Northern California. As a San Francisco native, I’ve been lucky to have an endless amount of natural beauty and charming towns full of character to explore, all within a few hours of home. Located just two and a half hours from San Francisco is Sonora — a true Northern…
