Stay in a Chic Waterfront Boutique

Even though San Francisco is a quick drive or ferry ride from where I live, I love spending the occasional night in the city. Over the years, I've stayed at dozens of San Francisco hotels, from cozy boutiques to mega-room skyscrapers. A favorite that I return to again and again is the Harbor Court Hotel, located on the waterfront across from the Ferry Building. 

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Treat Yourself to a Dreamy Stay in Santa Cruz

Like most 13-year-olds, mine is nuts for amusement parks. Stomach-churning rides, mobs of people and long lines are not my idea of a good time. But I can be coerced into visiting  the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk--as long as I get to spend a night or two at the Santa Cruz Dream Inn

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