EASTBAYTIMES.COM: March, 10, 2025
Budget travel and luxury — the two realities don’t often intersect, but when they do it’s something to celebrate.
Holland America has found the formula with its Pacific Coast cruises at a base price of $389. Cruise fans know that Holland America ships, especially their Pinnacle class of vessels, are architecturally stunning — from the gleaming mahogany accents to the sparkling chandeliers.
DIABLO MAGAZINE: Aug/Sept, 2024
In Spanish it means “the snout,” but to the Chumash and Salinan tribes, it’s Lisamu’ or Lesa’mo’—a sacred site. The nearly 600-foot volcanic outcropping that frames Morro Bay is the most visible landmark in town, but Morro Rock barely scratches the surface of things to see (and do) in this Central Coast city that is often overlooked by travelers along Highway 101.
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Bay Area NewsGroup, June 2024
A couple from Dallas found their slice of wine country paradise recently.
Far from the crush of Napa Valley tourists, Roby and Connie shared a bottle of Chianti in Yountville’s lovely little Van De Leur Park. Laced with flowers, including an ancient pink climbing rose, the park is one of several “secret” spots in this tucked-away town in the heart of Napa Valley.
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Ginny Prior 