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Spring is beautiful, but for many, summer is the season we wait all year long for!

Summer is in full swing in Seattle. That means taking advantage of all the outdoor fun! Our Seattle reps have a few suggestions to help you get inspired to get out and enjoy the great weather. Here's a small slice of the movie experience available in or close to Seattle. If you haven't tried them all, this summer might be the time to do it!

A great summer tradition is outdoor movies. This is a personal favorite with my family. Here's a list of every outdoor movie playing in seattle (that's actually the name of the article so it has to be right.) Outdoor movie provide family, friends and neighbors the opportunity to gather in beautiful outdoor settings, enjoy quality movies, and build a strong sense of community. Not to mention, it's a lot of fun and inexpensive or free! This year’s season will run from June 12th through September 11th and will take place at San Anselmo’s Creek Park and Fairfax’s Contrati Ball Field. Find the current Film Night schedule here. 

Spring is beautiful, but for many, summer is the season we wait all year long for!

Summer is merely days away and summer in San Rafael means taking advantage of all the outdoor fun! Our San Rafael reps have a few suggestions to help you get inspired to get out and enjoy great weather. Here's a small slice of the movie experience available in or close to San Rafael. If you haven't tried them all, this summer might be the time to do it!

A great summer tradition is outdoor movies. This is a personal favorite with my family. Film Night in the Park has been providing family, friends and neighbors the opportunity to gather in beautiful outdoor settings, enjoy quality movies, and build a strong sense of community since 2001. This year’s season will run from June 12th through September 11th and will take place at San Anselmo’s Creek Park and Fairfax’s Contrati Ball Field. Find the current Film Night schedule here. 

A Very HAPPY Goodbye to Winter!

With spring finally here, San Francisco is peeling off some layers of clothing and heading out doors. Our San Francisco reps have a few suggestions to help you get inspired to get out and smell the roses.

First off, if you've never heard of the GO card, you're missing out. Many cities offer them and it's a discounted pass to visit multiple tourist attractions. Next vacation, make sure to check out the city you are going to and search "GO and city of your choice'. Back to San Francisco, the GO San Francisco card offers you access to over 30 attractions. 1 day passes start at $65 and 5 day passes are $155. Visit as many places and as often as you like. Attractions include California Academy of Sciences, Historical Society Cartoon Art Museum Children’s Creativity Museum, De Young Museum, Exploratorium, Angel Island Roundtrip Ferry, AT&T Ballpark Tour, Golden Gate Bay Cruise, Aquarium of the Bay and more! The best thing is that it's often cheaper than paying for 1 day at the more expensive attractions!

If this is more than you might do in a week, then tuck it into your brain for the next time family comes to visit. Spring is the perfect time to visit these parks due to the smaller lines and less crowded parks!

After all that hecticness, take a trip north and relax on the Russian River. Just a short jaunt up the freeway and you feel hours away from the city. Healdsburg offers tons of activities and events all year long, but spring is the perfect time to beat the summer crowds and find a relaxing day floating. Your tour operator will set up your canoe and show you the basics of paddling before getting you into the water and sending you on your way! Settle into your canoe and journey from Memorial Beach to Crow Bar. Take your time as you float lazily along this easy, calm 4-mile (6.5-km) stretch of the Russian River, enjoying views along the way. If you choose the full day trip enjoy the 9-mile (14.5-km) journey along the calm, easy-to-navigate waters to Wohler Bridge. You can even opt for them to provide lunch. 

And finally, don't forget to plan some kind of over-night Spring-Fling get away with your BFF or significant other. The top get away, according to our San Francisco clients is the 2-day Monterey / Carmel get away. If you’re looking for a Pebble Beach tour from San Francisco, maximize your time on this 2-day excursion that includes an overnight stay in Monterey. Both with a guide. During free time, you’ll experience a variety of attractions in this coastal resort area, from Cannery Row to Carmel. Learn about Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary, see one of the most prestigious golf resorts in the world, travel along the 17-Mile Drive, and pass through Half Moon Bay on Highway 1.

You can visit Monterey Bay Aquarium independently, if you wish. Explore Cannery Row, Fisherman’s Wharf and Downtown Monterey at your own pace. See downtown Carmel and Pebble Beach Golf Links and travel along jaw-dropping 17-Mile Drive. Overnight accommodation and round-trip hotel transport included. If you've always wanted to visit the Monterey Bay Aquarium, this overnight tour is ideal, as you'll have plenty of time to enjoy the attraction without sacrificing your sightseeing time.

A Very HAPPY Goodbye to Winter!

With spring finally here, Los Angeles is waking back up with the beautiful weather. Our Los Angeles reps have a few suggestions to help you get inspired to get out and smell the roses.

First off, if you've never heard of the GO card, you're missing out. Many cities offer them and it's a discounted pass to visit multiple tourist attractions. Next vacation, make sure to check out the city you are going to and search "GO and city of your choice'. Back to Los Angeles, the GO Los Angeles card offers you access to attractions for one price. So instead of paying to get into Universal Studios ($105), Magic Mountain ($77), Knotts Berry Farm ($72) and Lego Land ($93) separately, pay $190 for a 3 day pass or $250 for a 5 day pass and have unlimited access to all 4 and 23 other attractions. One and two day passes are also available. If this is more than you might do in a week, then tuck it into your brain for the next time family comes to visit. Spring is the perfect time to visit these parks due to the smaller lines and less crowded parks!

After all that hecticness, take a hike. Los Angeles has some of the best and most scenic hiking trails that exist. Check out this article for the 10 best trails in the area. Eaton Canyon's my personal favorite. Most of the hikes listed here are easy to moderate, so it’s not necessary to be an experienced hiker to enjoy them. However, it’s always wise to keep a few things in mind when you’re planning an excursion. Wear sturdy hiking shoes, carry plenty of drinking water, use sunscreen and wear sunglasses. Take along a camera, make sure you stay on the trails and have fun.

And finally, now that the weather is nice enough visit one of Los Angeles' beaches. Santa Monica is a favorite because of all there is to do. There’s so many places to dine and shop, you’ll never run out of ideas. Take the kids to the charming Pacific Park or the Santa Monica Pier Aquarium. Rent a bike and enjoy the leisurely pace of life by the beach or, just get in some sunbathing – and if your're brave, the water feels great to some who like the chili spring water!