DESTINATIONS SAUSALITO THE US
be organised for those staying in Sausalito, or suggest clients hire bikes and catch the ferry back from Fisherman’s Wharf. Sausalito itself is perfect for
exploring on two wheels, and there are several hire shops in the main town, including Sausalito Bike Rentals and Sausalito Bicycle Company. The roads are relatively quiet, and motorists are respectful of cyclists. A full day is recommended, to allow plenty of time for snapping pictures and gawping at the views. The sparkling water of the bay seems to beckon you in, especially on sunny days. Sea Trek, at the Bay Model on Marinship Way, has kayak and paddleboard tours and rentals. For those looking for something unusual, try one of their stand-up paddle yoga classes. The challenge of keeping your balance in ‘Warrior Two’ is taken to a whole new level on moving water. However, only practised yogis should probably attempt the crab position. Divers or those interested in getting
their Padi certificate should head to Harbor Dive Centre, where there is also diving and snorkelling gear to rent, and boat trips for small groups.
w WINE AND DINE Sausalito's town centre could have been airlifted from the French Riviera. Colourful houses cling to the hillsides and the town’s vintage shops, wine-tasting rooms and restaurants
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US Airtours offers five nights at Cavallo Point and flights with Virgin Atlantic from £1,369, travelling between
Sausalito is perfect for exploring on two wheels, and there are several hire shops in the main town
stretch languidly along the waterfront. Making the most of the scenery
is Cafe Piccolo, jutting out over the water. It serves pizza and local wines by the glass, and at sunset transforms into a busy nightspot, sometimes with live music.
No Name Bar has an unprepossessing
exterior. The inside, with fading wooden furniture and posters on the walls, is pretty nondescript too. It’s the crowd of locals – there for the live jazz,
beer and fun – packed into the tiny venue, who bring the place to life. Cavallo Point has a Michelin-starred
restaurant, Murray Circle, and decent bar meals in the cosy, low-lit Farley Bar. I tried the chicken butter lettuce cups, which come with a stack of leaves in which to wrap the tender satay chicken, pickled vegetables and crispy rice noodles, like super-healthy tacos. Also recommended are the crab burger and selection of local cheeses. Wine enthusiasts, and anyone keen
to taste and learn more about one of California’s biggest draws, should pop into Real Napa’s tasting room. Visitors can sit at the wood and copper bar and sip their way through the best offerings from Fotsch Vineyards, for just $5. Those who arrived by bike might find the ride back a tad wobbly, though.
January 1 and March 13. The
same trip staying at Casa Madrona Hotel & Spa costs from £1,299.
usairtours.co.uk
North America Travel Service offers a four- night package from £1,745 in early October, including
return flights from London,
four nights in a historic room
at Cavallo Point, a 20-minute helicopter
sightseeing trip and a Segway tour of the
Golden Gate Park. northamerica travelservice.
co.uk
TOP: Sausalito
waterfront RIGHT:
The Real Napa
Vineyard 82
travelweekly.co.uk 3 September 2015
Virgin Holidays has 10 nights in California from £1,659, including flights from Heathrow on January 18, 2016, five nights at Holiday Inn Fisherman’s Wharf and five nights at Casa Madrona, and car hire. vhols4agents.
co.uk
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