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RE: suggestions - skip point reyers? any suggestions along the coastline?

by stopthebus 20 May 2012

I adore Point Reyes so I probably wouldn't skip it, but it really depends on how much time you have. #1 gives you a good list of places…
RE: Driving on highway 101 / 1 from Vancouver to Big Sur

by stopthebus 11 May 2012

I agree that the best part of the coast is the southern Oregon and northern California coast, roughly between Bandon, OR and Eureka, CA.…
Re: Practicality of SF-SEA and back Budget Roadtrip

by WonderfulTrip 17 April 2012

Hi Bananapanda my husband and I did this trip (3 weeks) last year in May, renting a car in SF til SEA. Here some recommendations: Red…
RE: Comming to America

by johnsang 14 February 2012

There are really high waterfalls in Yosemite that you can see in the valley and a short hike takes you to two very spectacular larger…
Re: Our Itinerary and Route from Seattle to Argentina

by bowneline 06 September 2011

1. I would seriously consider taking Highway 1 down the northern california coast (through Mendocino etc..., down to Bodega Bay) rather…
RE: West Coast Winter Drive

by ianw6705 15 August 2011

As an Australian (like me), I think you will find it pretty cold compared to here. We have done a couple of winter and winter-ish US roadtri…
RE: Backpacking near San Francisco

by yaguri 05 July 2011

Most counties in California have some rudimentary level of local bus service, which may mean one or two buses a day, or even one or two…
Re: national parks and must see's in northern california

by brydesign 21 June 2011

Check out Butte County. Chico is the home of Sierra Nevada Brewery, which features a great restaurant. Lake Oroville is pretty incredible…
RE: national parks and must see's in northern california

by stopthebus 09 June 2011

In my opinion the star of northern California is the redwood coast. You could (or, I could at least) easily, EASILY spend a week just…
RE: 2 Aussies in California for approx 8 days- Advise Needed

by wahinekat 04 May 2011

Agree with #4 - Skip Vegas and keep driving up the coast from SF to see Point Reyes, the North Coast, Wine Country and/or the Redwoods.…
RE: California for return visitors....

by stopthebus 01 May 2011

Since you specifically mentioned breweries, I'll also add my favorites: Russian River (Santa Rosa) North Coast (Fort Bragg) Bear Republ…
RE: travel partner(s) from Seattle to San Fancisco April 2011

by Kahua 03 April 2011

That drive from Seattle to San Francisco isn't really that spectacular, unless you were going to take additional time to go down the Oregon…
Re: Zanzibar - worth going?

by zanzilandholidays 23 March 2011

It is not too long. Just make a set up of your nights. Take two nights in Stonetown and rest of nights at the beac
Re: Hwy 1 cont'd

by stopthebus 01 March 2011

I'd do: 3 nights SF 1 night Monterey 1 night Big Sur 1 night SLO 2 nights Vegas Santa Barbara wine country is nice but a bit out o …
RE: Seattle to San Fransisco - where to stop

by radioland 14 February 2011

That itinerary is too ambitious, you can certainly do it but you'd spend most of the time driving. What you have going for you is that…
Re: Zanzibar + Scuba on the cheap

by zanzilandholidays 01 September 2010

You can take sharing Bus for only US$ 5 per person.(non Air conditioned vehicles) These Buses are infront of Old fort but not late than…
Re: 2 wks with gilfriend + 4 wks alone = 6 week trip in East Africa

by zanzilandholidays 08 August 2010

This is a nice plan and hope your girl friend will enjoy and see more within parts of this trip. Lushoto:- Must need a guide and is the…
Re: A few Zanzibar questions...

by zanzilandholidays 07 August 2010

Hi Andrew, 1 )There are so many flights to connect, Precision:at 15h40 17h20 Zan Air :at 14h45 …
Re: Beach for a week in Tanzania

by zanzibartanzania 22 June 2010

Hi Ana, Dar is not possible at all for that amount. The best beach in Dar is south beach and is among of the place which is very expen…
Re: Zanzibar spice tour?

by jacos 20 May 2010

Enjoy a city tour in Zanzibar historical Stone Town. You will visit the historical site, the bustling market, the House of Wonders, the…
Re: San Francisco to Portland trip - Comments/suggestions, please!

by stopthebus 19 April 2010

Staying in Fort Bragg is a great alternative to Mendocino. It's a cute little town with a nice brewpub (North Coast Brewery) and a fantastic…
RE: stronger beers available in the US

by stopthebus 31 December 2009

I didn't even realize that some breweries don't put ABV on their bottles. I drink the following on a regular basis: Stone (San Diego)…
RE: Help! Clueless in Bali.

by MisterSteve 20 December 2009

Highlights: Merely staying in *Ubud* and getting the feel of Ubud and that area is a definite Number 1 Highlight (YES). From Ubud you…
RE: Scuba Diving san francisco

by nutraxfornerves 19 October 2009

Are you certified for open water? The best diving is in the Monterey area, about 2 hours south of SF. It's not particularly safe or interest…
Re: Portland to San Francisco route planning

by Gardyloo 14 August 2009

Certainly not fightin' words, but I do disagree on the cutover point; I went through Coos Bay on a rainy midweek afternoon the week before…