Monthly Archives: February 2016

National Park road trip

National Park Road Trips You Must Try During Your US Visit

If you get a chance for a national park road trip, where would like to go? Road trip is the best way to explore some of the US National Parks and State Parks, you can also visit all of the National Monuments, Lakeshores, Historic Places and more. They are all more than 400 of these combined.

National parks, both rural and urban provides opportunities to improve physical and mental health for both kids and adults. These National Parks will help all the visitors to experience parks as places to inspire and to be active.

What are you waiting for? Pack your bags and get ready for your next road trip.

If you are looking for more additional information, check out the infographic below by NATIONALPARKS.ORG to find out your best road trip ever:

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Romantic destinations around the world

Best Romantic Destinations To Travel Around The World

Romance is everywhere in the air and the world is full of beautiful destinations. If you are with a looking for a romantic escape, this is the right place for you.

Here are few most romantic and idyllic places to visit around the world with your partner in 2016:

San Francisco (California): Whenever we think about the most romantic city in U.S, the first place that comes in mind is San Francisco. It offers many beautiful locations that are perfect for romantic couples. It’s the most multicultural and full of exotic places, there are lots of attractions in San Francisco that you two can enjoy together.

Santa Barbara (California): This California beach town is a lovers paradise. Fresh ocean breezes, sunny skies and glorious sunsets are incredible here.

Alexandria (Virginia): The City of Alexandria has been named one of the top romantic cities in the country. Alexandria is a very romantic place also known as “Old Town”. The downtown area has a large combination of shops and restaurants lining the charming cobblestone streets.

Quebec City (Quebec): Old Quebec City is one of the most romantic cities in the world. Its beautiful streets make the perfect backdrop to any travel fantasy. One of other favorite things to do in Quebec City is to buy art for your loved one.

Las Vegas (Nevada): There are plenty of things to do in Las Vegas for couples! Like shopping, go for cocktails, watch the Bellgio fountains and don’t miss to visit the Neon Museum.

Chicago (Illinois): It has the best collections of romantic and impressionist art, tons of sculpture, antiquities and textiles.

For a complete list of  most romantic destinations take a read of this infographic from Marriott International and The Gusty Traveler.

 

Romantic destinations

Climatic Variations in San Francisco

Climatic Variations: A Week in San Francisco

San Francisco is only 49 square miles, yet 7 different micro-climates exist throughout the city. If you are on a San Francisco private tour for a week, then you can experience all of these. That signature gray fog swirls in and out, particularly during the summers and it can be very cold in December.

Below are some of the neighborhoods of San Francisco with varied climatic conditions:

Potrero Hill
If you don’t want to spend your vacation shivering, then Potrero Hill is your destination. It is known for its spectacular views of the San Francisco Bay and the city skyline. Potrero Hill is blessed with brilliant sunshine.

The Mission
The Mission District is colorful, interesting and a sunny San Francisco neighborhood, away from oceans, hills and wind. Various travel agencies organize private tours San Francisco to this place. Go for it.

Discover the Karl the Fog
San Francisco is known for its monumental attractions, but Karl the fog is equally popular. There is no way to avoid it, but you can enjoy the attractions in its presence. Just don’t forget to carry a jacket and scarf.

For more on climatic variations in San Francisco, please take a look at the infographic by SunShine below.

 San Francisco

Cities Becoming A Hub For Cycling

How 8 US Cities Are Becoming A Hub For Cycling

Bicycle rules the road in the USA. It is considered as one of the most convenient ways to explore tourist attractions. Some cities are gaining popularity as cycling hubs for their endless biking paths and infrastructure. Exploring the mountains, zoo and beaches on a bicycle is an unforgettable experience.

Below Are The Top Cycling Cities In The US:

Washington, DC
Biking through DC on 2 wheels is the easiest and fastest way to experience all the tourist attractions. The capital Bike share program offers over 1,800 rentable bikes.

Portland, Oregon
Portland is known world-wide for its cycling paths and has inspired many cities to follow its footsteps. No other city in the US has more cyclists per capita as Portland.

Tuscon, Arizona
The Tuscon desert oasis has more bicycle infrastructure than any other city in the US, boasting over 700 miles of designated bikeways.

San Francisco, California
It has a bike-friendly policy since 1973. On your San Francisco day trip, take hold of a bike and ride through the town. It will make your San Francisco road trip memorable.

Have a look at the infographic below to know about the top 8 cycling cities of USA and reasons behind their growing popularity.

8 best cities for cyclists

Vegan Food Restaurant In San Francisco

Vegan And Vegetarian Food Joints In San Francisco

Vegetarian and vegan food lovers find it difficult to find a tourist destination catering these. Luckily San Francisco is full of vegetarian restaurants and vegan cafes. This makes it worth visiting.

Some of the Vegan and Vegetarian food joints are mentioned below: Burma Superstar
On your San Francisco sightseeing tour, try Burma Superstar (309 Clement St.) for vegan or/and vegetarian cuisine. Its cuisines are infused with flavors from India, China and Thailand. The best time to visit is 11:30 am-3:00 pm and 5:00 pm-9:30 pm.

Millennium
Millennium (508 Geary St.) is the best vegan restaurant that you will come across during sightseeing in San Francisco. Their menu is creative and will leave you amazed. Hours of operation are 5:30 pm-9:30 pm. On Sunday, it is 10:30-2:00 pm.

Thai Idea Vegetarian
Thai Idea Vegetarian (710 Polk St.) is a small Thai vegetarian restaurant. Every dish is a delightful work of art. Best time to visit is 11:00 am, they close at 3:00 pm.

Gracias Madre
Gracias Madre (2211 Mission St.) offers Mexican and vegan cuisines using locally grown organic food. Hours of operation are 11:00 am–4:00 pm and 4:00-11:00 pm

Have a look at the infographic given by Onemedical.com to know more about the various vegetarian and vegan places.

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