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5 Reasons Why Should Check Out Dolores Park

September 25, 2015 KeepCalmAndWander 0 Comments

In Spanish, Dolores means “sorrow.” But, at Dolores Park in San Francisco, sorrow is nowhere in sight. Not even a shadow of it. In fact, this public park brings joy to both visitors and locals. If there’s one public park in San Francisco you shouldn’t skip visiting, walk no further–Dolores

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View from De Young Museum

September 23, 2015 KeepCalmAndWander 0 Comments

De Young Museum is inside the Golden Gate Park. But, don’t be misled — the Golden Gate Bridge is still far away from from here. Yes, you can walk but good luck to you. I’d give my hats off if you’ll get there without complaining a bit. Well, since it’s

City Lights Bookstore and Publishing in San Francisco, California.

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City Lights – The Bookstore for the Non-Conformists

September 20, 2015 KeepCalmAndWander 0 Comments

If you’re a traveler, you must have heard or read Jack Kerouac, right? If you’re into poetry, then, I’m sure, the name Allen Ginsberg sounds very familiar to you, eh? What do these two great American writers have in common? It’s the City Lights Bookstore in San Francisco. City Lights

Golden Gate Bridge San Francisco Skyline Panorama

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Where to see San Francisco Skyline

November 11, 2014 KeepCalmAndWander 0 Comments

I am fond of seeing the panorama or skyline of every city I’ve visited. Seeing San Francisco skyline in many different angles, is magical. It’s like getting to know the city from afar in many hills that made up the city, home to the world’s richest IT start-ups. So, where

Alcatraz Island San Francisco California

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Alcatraz Island is Home to the Notorious Criminals

November 9, 2014 KeepCalmAndWander 0 Comments

Alcatraz Island in San Francisco (California) is home to the notorious criminals in the past. These are criminals who were wanted by the country’s police system for breaking the law not one but more. They’re known to be feared and had a reputation that could equal that of Hollywood A-listers

The houses in Castro Street in San Francisco.

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A Gay Village Called Castro

November 7, 2014 KeepCalmAndWander 0 Comments

Castro, a gay village, in San Francisco is the birthplace of America’s gay civil rights movement. It’s synonymous with Harvey Milk[/easyazon_link], one of the pioneers of the gay rights movement that is still alive today. Last summer, I had the chance to explore the stretch of the gay village from

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The Murals in Mission District

October 14, 2014 KeepCalmAndWander 1 Comments

The murals in Mission District in San Francisco are one of the things you shouldn’t miss to explore when you’re visiting the city. These murals are larger than life and many of them are labors of love from the artist to the community. Their subjects are mixed–politics, religion, heroism, teenage

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The Crookedest Street in the World?

September 27, 2014 KeepCalmAndWander 0 Comments

Lombard Street in San Francisco, California is hailed as the crookedest street in the world. But, in real life, that title belongs to Vermont Street (on 20 and 22 streets). There are even other streets in the city that are steepier than the famed, touristy street. Having climbed up and

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Hopping on the Cable Cars in San Francisco

September 24, 2014 KeepCalmAndWander 3 Comments

Hopping on the cable cars in San Francisco is a must thing to do when visiting the city. Yes, I know it’s a very touristy thing to do but, please, if you don’t wanna do it, stay at home–don’t travel. LOL… Save a lot of money by buying a City

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The Grandeur of the Palace of Fine Arts

September 22, 2014 KeepCalmAndWander 4 Comments

The grandeur of the Palace of Fine Arts would dazzle you with its Greco-Roman architecture. Though the area isn’t that big, a stroll around with someone you love would be romantic. Tip to save money in San Francisco: Buy a CityPass to maximize your time and budget. Just take small

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The Stinky But Cute Sea Lions at Fisherman’s Wharf

September 12, 2014 KeepCalmAndWander 2 Comments

Yes, the sea lions at Fisherman’s Wharf are stinky but cute. As soon as I walked down Pier 39, the air was putrid but my nose just ignored it. Don’t underestimate them, they bring money to the local businesses in the area by drawing millions of tourists every year. Both

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My First Banksy

September 10, 2014 KeepCalmAndWander 0 Comments

I’ve never seen a Banksy graffiti before. Not even in New York where I went there three times. So, when someone pointed at this at me in San Francisco, I blurted, “There you go. My first Banksy!” Save a lot of money by buying a City Pass to see major

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The Movie Star I Met in Chinatown

September 6, 2014 KeepCalmAndWander 1 Comments

Jun Yu is the movie star I met in Chinatown San Francisco. When our group arrived at Ross Alley, he waved his hand and told everyone that he is a movie star! He is the only celebrity I met in my two-week trip to California. 🙂 His claim to fame?

San Francisco Downtown Gay Friendly Hostel Review

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Where Fun and Hospitality Reside – San Francisco Downtown Hostel

September 5, 2014 KeepCalmAndWander 2 Comments

In the City of Hills, I know a place where fun and hospitality reside—at the San Francisco (SF) Downtown Hostel. After one missed flight, a connecting flight that brought the inner Usain Bolt in me (running from Terminal 1 to Terminal 7 at LAX), a lost luggage and a mixed-up

5 Essentials To Planning Your Trip In The United States Golden Gate Bridge Baker Beach San Francisco

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Biking The Golden Gate Bridge

September 4, 2014 KeepCalmAndWander 3 Comments

The best way to conquer the Golden Gate Bridge and it’s surroundings is through riding a bike. Rent it—and start from the Fisherman’s Wharf. It’s a long ride but the scenery along the way is worth hardening your muscles. As far as I could remember, there’s an uphill struggle twice: