The California Shop

This curated guide to San Francisco features my favorite recommendations after living in the Bay Area for 5 years and counting. Whether you’re a local or first time visitor, this guide is one you’ll want to reference again and again for the classics and hidden gems of SF. Unlock for access to: 🛌 Boutique Hotels + Airbnbs 🍽 Cafes, restaurants, and bars 🌿 Things to do (outdoor activities, landmarks, museums, shops, and scenic viewpoints) 🚗 Day trip ideas This is a living guide - you will receive future updates including new places and deeper insights without paying more later!

Located in the heart of Silicon Valley, Palo Alto is known for its entrepreneurial spirit and sunny weather. This small town on the peninsula is worth a day trip from the city for more than just business meetings. This collection features my personal favorites around town from top-notch restaurants to nearby nature hikes and local gardens.

Dreaming of a few days in Napa, but don't want to plan it all on your own? California Wine Country is one of areas I know best as a travel designer and Bay Area local. This 3 day itinerary is all about wine tastings, with extra wineries and restaurants to choose from. Everything you need in one place, so you can focus on enjoying your trip! Unlock for access to: 🗺 Daily itinerary with logistics details, wine tasting tips, and destination insights. 🛌 Places to stay: boutique and luxury hotels 🍷 Wineries with suggested tour and tasting experiences 🍽 Places to eat: casual and upscale options Check the guide below or use the interactive map to look through the options. It’s mobile-friendly and easy to use on the go. This is a living guide. You will receive future updates including new places and deeper insights without paying more later!

Love the atmosphere of wine country more than the wine itself? This curated guide highlights food, wellness, and countryside scenery. Perfect for travelers like me who want to explore Napa Valley beyond the wine. Unlock for access to: 🛌 Places to stay: boutique hotels, B&Bs, and luxury properties 🍷 Wineries with non-wine experiences 🍽 Places to eat: casual + upscale options 🧖🏻‍♀️ Spas 🛍 Local shops 🌿 Parks and hikes Each recommendation includes notes and insights. Check the guide below or use the interactive map to look through the options. It’s mobile-friendly and easy to use on the go. This is a living guide. You will receive future updates including new places and deeper insights without paying more later!

As a boutique travel designer and Bay Area local, I've collected a growing list of the best hotels, wineries, and restaurants in Sonoma Valley. This curated list includes my handpicked favorites, including hard-to-find recommendations. Unlock for access to: 🛌 Places to stay: B&Bs, boutique and luxury hotels 🍷 Wineries 🍽 Places to eat: casual + upscale options 🍇 Future updates including new places and deeper insights without paying more later! Each recommendation includes notes and insights. Check the guide or use the interactive map to look through the options and make plans for your trip. It’s mobile-friendly and easy to use on the go!

While wine country may the first thing that comes to mind when we think of Sonoma, the laid-back Russian River Valley is worth a weekend visit to explore its lush scenery, top notch restaurants and wineries, and eccentric spirit. This curated guide highlights my Russian River Valley favorites with plenty of recs for a long weekend trip. Unlock it to access: 🛌 Places to stay: boutique hotels, glamping, airbnbs 🍽 Places to eat 🛶 Things to do: outdoor activities, wineries, wellness 🌳 Essential destination tips 🍷 Lifetime updates including new places and deeper insights without paying more later This guide does not include Healdsburg or Santa Rosa. For recommendations in those areas, take a look at The Sonoma List in my California shop.

This iconic stretch of California’s central coastline is a must-see for locals and out of state visitors no matter how popular it is. As a Bay Area local, I’ve been lucky enough to explore Big Sur’s iconic essentials and lesser-known gems a number of times. This curated list shares my handpicked favorites in a mobile-friendly, easy to use format. Whether you’re looking for a luxurious or low-key experience immersed in nature, this guide has you covered. Unlock this guide for access to: 🛌 Places to stay: boutique hotels + campsites 🍽 Places to eat: breakfast, lunch, and dinner options 🌲 Things to do: hikes, beaches, and wellness 🌊 Future updates including new places and deeper insights without paying more later!

This idyllic coastal town is one of my favorite California weekend getaways for scenic vistas and European charm. My curated list shares the best of the coast and countryside with my handpicked favorites in Carmel-by-the-sea and Carmel Valley. The only guide you’ll ever need for all of your future trips to Carmel in a mobile-friendly, easy to use format. Unlock it for access to: 🛌 Places to stay (luxury and boutique hotels, airbnbs) 🍽 Places to eat (casual and upscale dining) 🌊Things to do (beach, nature, wellness, wineries, shopping) 🚗 Day Trips 🌸 Future updates including new places and deeper insights without paying more later!

🍷🍽 In Santa Barbara, there’s no shortage of top notch wine tasting rooms and restaurants serving different cuisines from tacos to fresh seafood. If you’re a food and wine lover looking for the best Santa Barbara has to offer, this curated guide has you covered. I'm sharing all of my favorite spots from personal experience and hours of research. Like an upgraded Yelp with fewer, better options in a mobile-friendly format. The best part: this is a living guide. Shop it at a lower price point now to receive future updates including new places and deeper insights without paying more later!

As a boutique travel designer and Bay Area local, I've collected a growing list of the best hotels, restaurants, and things to do in Point Reyes, a stunning coastal and agricultural region north of SF. Explore it as a day/weekend trip or as a stop on a Northern Coast road trip. This curated list shares my handpicked favorites, including hard-to-find recommendations. Unlock for access to: 🛌 Places to stay: boutique hotels + airbnbs 🦪 Places to eat 🌊 Things to do: sights, hikes, water activities, food + drink experiences 🐮 Destination tips to help you plan and make the most of your trip. 🌳 Future updates including new places and deeper insights without paying more later Each recommendation includes notes and insights. Use the guide below or the interactive map to look through the options and make plans for your trip. It’s mobile-friendly and easy to use on the go!

Palm Springs is the ultimate retro glam destination for a relaxing getaway in the desert. As a California local who has visited a few times, I’ve collected a growing list of the best hotels, restaurants, and things to do in Palm Springs. This curated list shares my handpicked favorites in a mobile-friendly, easy to use format. Unlock for access to: 🛌 Boutique hotels 🍽 Places to eat + drink 👙 Things to do: architecture, shops, and outdoor activities 🚗 Day trips ⛱ Future updates including new places and deeper insights without paying more later.

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