Never the same. Always San Francisco. | BEYOND SAN FRANCISO . 29 Santa Cruz Beach Glacier Point at Yosemite National Park Pebble Beach Golf Links EAST EAST BAY Only 20-30 minutes from San Francisco, the East Bay is full of booming culture and trendsetting restaurants. Notable locales include Oakland, with its state-of-the-art convention center, thriving creative community and flourishing dining scene; Berkeley, the destination that invented farm-to-table cuisine and home to one of the world’s leading educational centers; and the Tri-Valley, which features a small-but-thriving wine region and popular Tri-Valley Beer Trail. SOUTH BEACH COMMUNITIES Discover a wealth of corporate retreat venues and coastal meeting spaces just a short drive down scenic Highway 1 (Pacific Coast Highway). The beach communities south of San Francisco feature unique attractions as well as a charming mix of surf shops, fishing stands and restaurants-with-a-view. Attendees can watch surfers conquer the legendary swells at Half Moon Bay or ride the wooden rollercoaster on the historic Santa Cruz Boardwalk. FROM LEFT TO RIGHT: Getty Images; © Flickr/ThomasHawk; © Bart Keagy GOLD COUNTRY Historic and inviting, California’s Gold Country which includes Tuolumne County is one of the most direct routes to Yosemite National Park and the spectacular High Sierra. Jamestown, Sonora, Columbia and other historic towns are the perfect complement to days of hiking, biking, water sports and much more. MONTEREY COUNTY One of California’s most beautiful areas, Monterey County is perfect for gatherings of all sizes. The iconic seaside location offers a variety of activities: the famed, scenic 17-Mile Drive, rounds of golf at internationally renowned courses like Pebble Beach and Spyglass Hill, world-class dining and wine country. LAKE TAHOE Nestled on the border of California and Nevada, Lake Tahoe is the largest alpine lake in North America. With its crystal-clear waters, snowcapped mountains, fun casinos and thrilling outdoor activities, it’s sure to be an unforgettable destination for any event. SILICON VALLEY Headquarters for some of the world’s largest high-tech corporations and a hub for future-forward ideas, Silicon Valley is a natural choice for innovative gatherings. In San Jose attendees will find fun museums, unique dining, historic sites and natural beauty. Palo Alto and Santa Clara feature state-of-the-art sports arenas, museums, amusement parks, gardens and more. YOSEMITE Getting away to natural surroundings often clears minds and brings fresh perspectives. Yosemite, located just three hours from San Francisco, is an inspiring destination with iconic natural landmarks and a variety of meeting venues. Between meetings, attendees can experience hiking, rock climbing, mountain biking, skiing and rafting — as well as famous sights like Yosemite Falls and the iconic granite cliffs known as El Capitan. sftravel.com
San Francisco Meeting Planner's Guide 2018: Page 29
