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03/06/2025

Spring is here with extra sunshine to fuel your adventures in Marin County. So grab your sense of wonder — it’s time to play like a kid again!

Get started today: https://www.visitmarin.org/blog/spring-in-marin-collection/

Marin County, California

03/05/2025

Spring is in the air and the Bay Area is buzzing with exciting events this March!🌷Whether you're into cultural festivals, outdoor adventures or culinary delights, there's something for everyone.

Start planning today: https://localgetaways.com/california/best-things-to-do-bay-area-march

📷 David Perry & Associates

📍 Flower Bulb Day at Union Square, San Francisco

02/26/2025

Save this for your next trip to Hawaii Island 🏝️

🍣 Noio at Four Seasons Resort Hualalai
✨Must try: The kanpachi bozushi, a hearty cylinder of kampachi piled high with caviar, and the refreshing shore salad with sea grapes and ogo, limu and nori — three types of edible seaweed.

🍩The Spot Kona
✨Must try: The doughnut-like malasadas are “da bomb” and make a great to-go treat as well.

🍤 'Ulu at Four Seasons Resort Hualalai
✨Must try: The light yuzu butter-based sauces of misoyaki kanpachi, half Kona lobster and fresh catch enhance the flavor of the seafood without overwhelming it, and give you a plausible excuse to indulge in a decadent dessert like the smoked lilikoi chocolate fondant or caramel macnut bar.

🥪 Poi Dog Deli
✨Must try: The chunky tomato soup with a lemony tuna melt sandwich on grilled sourdough is a divine combination, while the Farmer Tag’s veggie sandwich is a cornucopia of thinly sliced beets, carrots, avocado and other fresh produce, complemented by sharp cheese on 12-grain bread.

🍶 Engawa at Islander Sake Hawaii
✨Must try: Although the menu is seasonal, it typically includes a silky chawanmushi (savory egg custard) and sake lees ice cream, a delicately perfumed treat made with the slightly grainy byproducts of sake making.

🥗 HaLani at Mauna Lani, Auberge Resorts Collection
✨Must try: For a fusion of island flavors with a Mediterranean twist, try the ahi steak, which comes with peloponnesian orzo, tomato and kalamata.

Learn more: https://localgetaways.com/hawaii/where-to-eat-now-on-hawaii-island/

Searching for the best restaurants on Hawaii Island? We've done the research! Sushi, burgers, breakfast, sunset dining and more.

02/20/2025

Don't go to the East Bay without trying Pomella for lunch! Definitely come hungry

Whether you’re after a grab-and-go sandwich or a more formal sit-down affair, here's where you can find the best lunch in the East Bay.

02/07/2025

These are BEST sports bars to watch the Super Bowl in the Bay Area 🏈 Be sure to read our local tips so you can look like a regular.

San Francisco Athletic Club, San Francisco
🤫 LOCAL TIP: As an added bonus, the bar hosts Bachelor viewing parties where they offer $5 glasses rosé

Hockey Haven, San Francisco
🤫 LOCAL TIP: Their T-shirts are also fantastic

Shanghai Kelly's, San Francisco
🤫 LOCAL TIP: Because of this great vibe this spot tends to get packed fast, so get there early if you want to snag a spot

Floodwater, Mill Valley
🤫 LOCAL TIP: Accommodates all diets and boasts an award-winning Rueben, Vietnamese-style wings, pizza and an excellent veggie burger

Pete's 881 Club, San Rafael
🤫 LOCAL TIP: Make sure to order Grandpa Pete’s Chicken Anselmo

The Double Standard, Oakland
🤫 LOCAL TIP: The patio offers a great outdoor space that’s one of the most cozy and spacious around

Cornerstone, Berkeley
🤫 LOCAL TIP: A Clark Kent of establishments, during the day it looks like an average sports bar, but in the evenings it becomes a full-on club

Kingfish Pub, Oakland
🤫 LOCAL TIP: Lots of local beers on tap and a variety of canned and bottled beers make it an East Bay gem

The Dutch Goose, Menlo Park
🤫 LOCAL TIP: Make sure to try their incredible deviled eggs

Double D's Sports Grille, Los Gatos
🤫 LOCAL TIP: The Philly cheesesteak and the ribs are some of the favorites

Read more: https://localgetaways.com/california/best-sports-bars-in-the-bay-area/

Even though the Warriors didn't make the playoffs this year, bars being back is victory enough. Here are the best sports bars in the Bay Area.

02/06/2025

Hop on SMART: The eco-friendly way to discover Marin's parks, trails, and waterfronts🚆The SMART train is your ticket to fun in Marin County!

Get started today: https://www.visitmarin.org/blog/business-transportation-collection/the-smart-way-to-get-around-marin-county/

Marin County, California

02/05/2025

Looking for exciting activities in the Bay Area this February? From vibrant cultural celebrations to thrilling performances, there's something for everyone. Discover the top events happening this month in San Francisco, North Bay, East Bay, and South Bay. Don't miss out on the fun! 🎸

Get started: https://localgetaways.com/california/best-things-to-do-in-the-bay-area-february/

Tag your friends below to make plans!

📷 Subodh Samudre

📍 Noise Pop Festival, Death Valley Girls at Cafe Du Nord, San Francisco

01/30/2025

Valentine’s Day is right around the corner! Treat your special someone to an unforgettable romantic getaway at one of the most enchanting hotels in the Bay Area 💕✨

❤️ Beacon Grand, San Francisco

🌹 Hotel Nikko San Francisco, San Francisco

❤️ Hotel VIA, San Francisco

🌹 InterContinental Mark Hopkins, San Francisco

❤️ Mansion on Sutter, San Francisco

🌹 Palace Hotel, San Francisco

❤️ The St. Regis, San Francisco

🌹 Taj Campton Place, San Francisco

❤️ Hayes Mansion, San Jose

🌹 Toll House Hotel, Los Gatos

❤️ The Lodge at Bodega Bay, Bodega Bay

🌹 Nick's Cove & Cottages, Tomales Bay

❤️ The Purple Orchid Wine Country Resort and Spa, Livermore Valley

🌹 The Rose Hotel, Pleasanton

Book now: https://localgetaways.com/california/best-romantic-hotels-in-the-bay-area/

There are so many romantic hotel options in the San Francisco Bay Area that the hardest part is deciding which one to choose.

01/28/2025

Want to hike like a local? Grab your boots and let's go!🥾 From mountains to forests to beaches, North Bay has it all. While there are thousands of trails across the Golden Gate Bridge, we’ve selected a few of our favorites that showcase the range this land has to offer.

Here are the hikes we love in the North Bay:

☘️ Coyote Ridge Trail to Muir Beach, Tennessee Valley

☀️ Dipsea Trail, Mill Valley

🌿 Rodeo Beach to Hill 88, Sausalito

🌟 Temelpa Trail, Mill Valley

🌱 Tomales Point Trail, Marshall

Read more about these hikes here: https://localgetaways.com/california/best-hikes-in-the-north-bay/

📷 Tim Porter

📍Dipsea Trail

Venture a few miles north of San Francisco and enter a hiking haven like none other. Here are the best hikes in the North Bay.

01/11/2025

Our hearts are with LA ❤️ For those looking to support, here’s how to help

Where to donate:
Los Angeles Fire Department Foundation: Provides resources for fire firefighters and supports emergency response efforts

American Red Cross (Los Angeles Region): Provides shelters, food and medical aid

California Community Foundation: Creates disaster relief funds for long-term recovery efforts

GoFundMe: Local community members set up pages for their immediate needs

Direct Relief: Provides medical supplies and financial aid

Please add any other important organizations in the comments 🙏

📷: Getty Images

01/09/2025

Amping up for a fit and fabulous 2025? While sticking to a new workout routine can be tough, a trip to Marin County will make fitness fun again! 🪁 🪂

Learn more: https://www.visitmarin.org/blog/winter-in-marin-collection/new-year-new-you-in-marin-county/

Marin County, California

12/04/2024

December's Foodie Friday Check-In Challenge is here! Want do to good while dining out? Download our app for your chance to do good AND win $100: https://lgappgo.com/PDdvFY86CDb

For every check-in Local Getaways will donate $1 to our longtime partner, San Francisco-Marin Food Bank. So get to eating!

11/22/2024

Looking for the perfect spot to enjoy Thanksgiving dinner in the Bay Area? 🦃🍂

Check out this guide to the best restaurants in the Bay Area serving up delicious Thanksgiving feasts. Whether you're craving a classic turkey dinner or something with a modern twist, these spots have you covered!

👉 Explore the list here: https://localgetaways.com/california/best-restaurants-for-thanksgiving-dinner-in-the-bay-area/

Make your reservations soon—these places fill up fast! Where are you planning to celebrate Thanksgiving this year? Share your favorites below! ⬇️

Are you team turkey or team ham? Whichever side you’re on this Thanksgiving, let’s settle it here.

11/19/2024

Who says California is all just beaches and sunshine? From the golden hues of the Eastern Sierra to Napa Valley’s vibrant vineyards, the Golden State is ablaze with color this season 🍁

Check out our ultimate fall foliage road trip guide 🚗 for your next local adventure: https://localgetaways.com/california/road-tripping-through-californias-fall-foliage/

Missing one of your favorites? Comment below and we'll add it to the list 🍂

When autumn hits, consider taking a weekend getaway to enjoy some of the best fall foliage viewing in California.

11/04/2024

It’s time to vote! No, not that vote, one that will satisfy your comfort craving noddle indulgence — and do good! No partisan picks here, we’ve got all your fav local noodle haunts covered to help soothe the Election Day jitters.

Check out our fav picks and let your tastebuds be heard with our Foodie Friday Check-In challenge here: https://localgetaways.com/california/bay-area-foodie-challenge/

And if we missed your fav let us know!

San Francisco-Marin Food Bank

The Foodie Friday Check-in Challenge Do Good. Eat Noodles. Welcome to November’s Noodle Check-In Challenge How do I play? Access our check in challenge from the […]

10/18/2024

Don't bore your friends and family with another lame Halloween costume! We've got a list of the trendiest costumes of 2024 — Not only for yourself, but for every member of the family (even your pets)!

See for yourself: https://localgetaways.com/halloween-costumes-for-the-whole-family-including-pets/

Don't get stuck without something to wear this Halloween — here are costumes for the whole family, from kids, to toddlers, and even pets.

10/15/2024

Take a breath of fresh air on the Bay this fall. There are water activities and events to match every interest while visiting Marin County.

Learn more here: https://www.visitmarin.org/outdoor-activities/

Marin County, California

09/27/2024

Jeanne Cooper - you had me at pumpkin mochi! Loving this new format for our monthly feature in our Aloha Friday newsletter ;).

The onset of autumn doesn't mean that Hawaii quiets down. Check out these top annual October events across the Hawaiian Islands.