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AAA_USA_2013_17-26_Layout 1 6/21/13 8:55 AM Page 24 SAN FRANCISCO VACATION ENHANCING TOURS Make the most of your vacation, and book your tours before your trip. Everything is pre-arranged, so all you have to do is enjoy! 5 OMNI SAN FRANCISCO **** Located in the heart of downtown, and only 45 minutes from the airport, the lobby is adorned in Florentine Renaissance architecture with Italian marble, rich fabrics and Austrian crystal chandeliers. It features 362 guestrooms and 15 Suites, Bob's Steak & Chop House restaurant, 24-hour dining, fitness center, and convenience to many city attractions. AAA Four Diamond. 6 THE WESTIN ST. FRANCIS **** Located in the heart of the city, facing Union Square, the St. Francis is more than a hotel--it's living history. With world class shopping only steps away, the Theater District across the street and cable cars that stop at the front door, this is one of the best locations in San Francisco. The Oak Room offers breakfast, lunch and dinner, perfect for pre-theater. 7 SHERATON FISHERMAN'S WHARF HOTEL *** The Sheraton is located at Fisherman's Wharf, known for its historic waterfront, delicious seafood, spectacular sights and unique shopping. The hotel is located just 1.5 blocks from Pier 39, the ferries to Alcatraz and Sausalito and the famous cable cars. It's within walking distance of Ghirardelli Square, North Beach and Chinatown. San Francisco City Tour with Bay Cruise: Take in the sights of the city on a three-hour tour and then relax on a 45-minute cruise around the San Francisco Bay. Wine Country: Discover the delights of the California wine country and learn about wine production and techniques on this full-day tour. Muir Woods/Sausalito: Experience the wonder of Muir Woods, where you'll find the last remaining virgin coastal redwoods, among the oldest, largest and rarest trees in the world. This tour also takes you to Sausalito, a waterfront city perched on the cliffs, where art galleries and quaint shops abound. San Francisco City Tour with Alcatraz Lunch Cruise: The only way to see and experience San Francisco by land and by water. The mid-morning departure just prepares you for gourmet lunch buffet meal on board the Hornblowers Alcatraz Discovery Lunch Cruise. The narrated 2 hour cruise loops around Alcatraz Island 2 and a half times for a closer look of the island's flora and fauna. You will also see both the Golden Gate Bridge and the San FranciscoOakland Bay Bridge. Helicopter Vista Grande: Take off on an exciting helicopter flight above San Francisco where you will witness the striking cityscape and surrounding Bay Area landmarks including Alcatraz Island and the Golden Gate Bridge. Yosemite by Bus: One of the natural wonders of the world, Yosemite Valley is a half mile deep depression carved by glaciers during the last ice age, which now has soaring 3,000 foot high granite domes and stunning waterfalls. Consult your travel agent for more details on these and other tours. 24 San Francisco, Sonoma & Monterey SONOMA COUNTY - ROHNERT PARK DOUBLETREE HOTEL SONOMA WINE COUNTRY **** Situated on 22 park-like acres, surrounded by two 18-hole championship golf courses, the hotel is situated between the dramatic panoramas of the Sonoma Coast and award-winning appellations of Sonoma Wine Country. Located just 20 minutes south of the Sonoma County Airport and a scenic drive from San Francisco's Golden Gate Bridge. On-site activities include golf, tennis, outdoor pool, whirlpool, sun deck and fitness center. 8 SONOMA COUNTY - SONOMA TOWN 9 THE FAIRMONT SONOMA MISSION INN & SPA **** One of Northern California's premier authentic Wine Country spa and golf resorts, its elegant 40,000-square-foot spa is beautifully designed with amenities to promote health, relaxation and rejuvenation. Each of the 226 guestrooms offers locally inspired decor, and each of the 60 suites provides a Jacuzzi tub, private patio or balcony and wood-burning fireplace. AAA Four Diamond. 10 THE LODGE AT SONOMA RENAISSANCE RESORT & SPA **** This resort is located in the heart of Wine Country, just blocks from historic Sonoma Plaza. Its 182 guestrooms include intimate cottages and four luxurious suites. Most guestrooms have a balcony or patio, and many feature shutter tubs and fireplaces. Enjoy the full-service Raindance Spa, and the acclaimed Carneros Bistro & Wine Bar featuring fresh local ingredients. AAA Four Diamond. MONTEREY 11 HYATT REGENCY MONTEREY HOTEL & SPA *** H Nestled on 22 acres, newly renovated, on Del Monte Golf Course, lies this destination resort providing the quintessential Monterey experience. 550 guestrooms, with 30 suites and a President's house. Offering dining at TusCA Ristorante, sports action at Knuckles Historical Sports Bar, live jazz in the Fireplace Lounge, Regency Club and Camp Hyatt. Accista Spa has ten treatment rooms; four for couples' treatments, a hair salon and a complete fitness facility. These fine hotels are also available: 12 ST. REGIS SAN FRANCISCO ***** 13 INTERCONTINENTAL MARK HOPKINS **** H 14 INTERCONTINENTAL SAN FRANCISCO **** H

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