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Picnics, Wine, and Outdoor Art at Cornerstone Sonoma
It’s impossible to pigeonhole Cornerstone Sonoma. Part garden, part out-of-doors art gallery—with food, wine, and shopping thrown in the mix—this one-of-a-kind destination begs a visit (or several) to...
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oMSF Contest Reveals Spectacular Northern California Photos
They say a picture is worth 1,000 words, but here at offMetro SF headquarters we’re feeling speechless. Or, rather, we’ve decided to let your photo contest entries speak for us, and in just one week,...
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Roads Less Traveled: Local Secrets from CA Tourism Boards
They are purveyors of place, touting their own hometowns to tourists, meeting planners, and writers. By trade, they are experts on and champions of the iconic places, under-the-radar gems, and...
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Gift for You, Adventure for Me: Where to Shop Local Around the Bay
When it comes to shopping, holiday cheer can quickly turn to headache. But before you shout “humbug!” and toss in the towel, take a swig of eggnog and check out this list of where to shop local around...
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Polar Express: 5 Holiday Train Rides in Northern California
During the holiday season, the rule of thumb is the more time spent in pajamas, the better. Of course, we still love the holiday parties and gift shopping, but at the end of it all, we anticipate the...
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Foodie Adventures: California Restaurant Month Getaways
It’s January, a time for new beginnings, setting goals, renewing discipline and… eating a lot. Yes, we too heard that proverbial New Year’s resolution record screech. But hey, while this month is about...
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offMetro Photo Contest Winners: 10 California Places to Visit in 2014
offMetro SF finished out 2013 with the Go offMetro Photo Contest, and the entries were sublime. You captured all that we love about California and gave us a list of places we want to revisit or see for...
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Celebrity Contest Judges Reveal Favorite San Francisco Getaways
The team at offMetro SF is still sighing over the gorgeous photos submitted to the Go offMetro SF Photo Contest. It seemed every shot was better than the next, so we truly struggled to narrow things...
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Getaways to Give Every Resolution a Boost
At the end of December, Details reported that one in three people who make New Year’s resolutions ditch those resolutions by the end of January. Ah, the best laid plans… As we all know, in the...
View ArticleExpert Picks: Nancy Burgner’s Five Favorite Sonoma Wineries
Martin Luther could not have been more right when he said, “Beer is made by men, wine by God.” And Sonoma County has no shortage of great wines. oM caught up with Nancy Burgner of Touring and Tasting...
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The Best Things to Do in Stinson Beach
Just over 20 miles north of San Francisco, Stinson Beach is a beautiful free-spirited destination surrounded by jagged coastline and the forested slopes of Mt. Tamalpais. 100 years ago, Stinson Beach...
View ArticleOff the Press: Yountville Live Should Be on Your Weekend List
Yountville is widely known for its serving up Michelin-starred food, pouring rich wines, and harvesting calm, scenic settings in the heart of Napa Valley. This week, you have the rare opportunity to...
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Taste of Yountville: A Perfect Day in Napa Valley
The inaugural Yountville Live, a food, music, and wine festival, offered a unique opportunity to explore the charming town of Yountville. Unlike most food and beverage events, where guests are...
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A Hidden Hike in Marin County: Loma Alta Open Space Preserve
Loma Alta Open Space Preserve doesn’t land on most travelers’ itineraries, and for good reason: Tucked away between two residential neighborhoods in the sleepy towns of Fairfax and San Anselmo, this...
View ArticleOff the Press: National Geographic Map Collection Now Available on Avenza App
Tech-savvy hikers, backpackers, and outdoorsy folks the world over have something to celebrate. National Geographic, in commemoration of its centennial anniversary in the adventure business, is...
View ArticleSave on Wine Tasting with Yountville’s New Passport
There’s great news for wine connoisseurs. Some of Napa’s famous wineries are finally consolidating their services. Home to world-famous restaurant French Laundry and epicenter of one of the nation’s...
View ArticlePorn for Trail Lovers: The Trails in Motion Film Festival
This August, Trails in Motion returns to the Bay Area. The annual international film festival delights passionate trail runners and outdoor enthusiasts with films about (you guessed it) running,...
View ArticleFive Unique Dining Experiences in the Bay Area
From Alice Waters’ Berkeley food revolution in the 1970s to Jessica Largey (of Los Gatos), James Beard’s Rising Star Chef of 2015, the Bay Area has long been a frontrunner all things epicurean. It’s...
View ArticleA Romantic Escape: Villagio Inn’s Balloons Over Wine Country Package
There’s no better high on a weekend getaway in Napa Valley than to soar over the rolling vineyards in a hot air balloon. And now through November 12, you can save on that thrill with Villagio Inn &...
View ArticleFun in Yountville: Bardessono’s DiveBar and Dog Bar Events
Dive into fun with a long weekend or Thursday evening escape at Bardessono Hotel & Spa. The hotel’s DiveBar events bring poolside fun with DJ beats and wines a-flowing. Thursday, August 27 is a...
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