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Five National Monuments In And Around The San Francisco Bay Area
Of America’s 73 national monuments, 11 are located in California. In the San Francisco Bay Area, there are just three national monuments. But what may seem as a surprise, Alcatraz Island isn’t part of these select few. Nevertheless, where are these fascinating Bay Area spots that were deemed national monuments by presidential proclamation? Here is a brief introduction to those three national treasures along with a few more outside of the Bay Area. Berryessa Snow Mountain National Monument Highway 128 at Knoxville Road Winters, CA 95694 (530) 350-2599 www.berryessasnowmountain.org Current Status: Open Extending through seven counties, Berryessa Snow Mountain National Monument is among the newer…
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Five Sonoma County Wineries To Visit This Fall
The fall will be an exciting time of year to visit the fabulous wineries of Sonoma County. With the harvest season in full swing, all of the area’s wineries will be buzzing with activity, some hosting elegant harvest parties and festive wine tasting events. Regardless of what winery to visit in the breathtaking Sonoma Wine Country, visitors are certain to have an unforgettable time during the harvest season, whether it’s an intimate trip through some of the region’s most important appellations or a lavish celebration with gourmet dining. Here are just five outstanding Sonoma County wineries to visit this fall. Bella Vineyards & Wine Caves 9711 W. Dry Creek Healdsburg,…
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Hotel E: A Welcome Addition To Downtown Santa Rosa
It couldn’t be a better time for Hotel E to open to widespread acclaim in picturesque Santa Rosa. With its familiar clock tower acting as a beacon of hope and prosperity, this fabulous new boutique is poised to revitalize the city’s downtown area and all of Sonoma County. Its opening also comes at a time as the North Bay’s largest city is quickly reinventing itself as a leading Northern California destination nearly two years after the most devastating wildfire in the state’s history. About Hotel E The luxury four-star Hotel E is the newest upscale property of San Francisco-based Greystone Hotels and downtown Santa Rosa’s first boutique hotel. Located in…