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This Summer, we made some of our best memories. My parents were here. My two and a half-year-old daughter spent a lot of quality time with her grand parents, both indoors and outdoors. For her, Monday-Friday is school days and Saturday-Sunday is Ta Ta-Bye-Bye Days. Yes, every Saturday and Sunday we are out, exploring the trails, beaches, hills or some architecture.
Here, I am quickly highlighting the places and experiences that we loved and felt worth sharing.
Cherry Picking AT Brentwood:
Who doesn't love a red sweet juicy cherry?
And what makes it alluring is the idea-'Pick on your own'.
There are a couple of orchards at Brentwood which is open during the season for Cherry Picking. We picked Bloomfield Cherries. They are closed for 2017 and will re-open in 2018. Before planning a trip, check out their Facebook Page here or their website.
We went on a Saturday. It was crowded. Parking was a bit problem. But there was some friendly staff who were managing the Traffic.
We were given a few buckets to fill, at the entrance. It was really helpful since my daughter didn't want to share her bucket with anyone.
The orchard was huge! There was Excitement all around. We could hear some giggles and shrieks of the little explorers. There were an abundance of cherries and at lower heights. There were ladders to reach the top one. We tasted a few cherries and soon mastered the art of picking the most delicious one.
My child and my mom were equally thrilled. I was busy running after my little one who was galloping from trees to trees. In between, I caught a sight of my mom jumping and trying to climb a tree to reach the top one. So, overall, it was fun and exhausting. So, we sat in the shades for some time.
Together we picked around 6 pounds of cherries and headed towards the checkout counter. The price was 3.50/lb which could have been a little less. But considering that we had already eaten a lot of cherries at the farm while picking, it was a good deal! We went home tired, but happy. It was a crazy, but 'Cherry-On-Top' kind of day and will surely go back next season.
My Tip:
If you are a true admirer of 'Green', this is the right place for you! It is amazing to find out so many shades of greens together. Japanese Tea Garden is located in San Francisco Golden Gate Park. Plants, pond, fishes, cute bridge, Japanese architecture, hot steaming tea - this place has it all.
We visited this place on a Saturday. We reached past 12 noon. Traffic was bad and we had to spend some time to locate a parking spot. This place is a gem for those interested in nature photography. Even, a mobile phone click would be gorgeous. We walked around for some time, watched the fishes swimming in the pond, took a few clicks and we were contented. The garden has an entry fee which is a little expensive, considering the size of the garden. Beautifully landscaped, calm n peaceful, well maintained, this horticulture gem is surely worth a visit. You can check out the details here if you are planning a visit.
My Tip:
We didn't want to spoil the serenity of the Japanese Tea Garden for long, by our excited and enthusiastic toddler.That's why we headed to explore the other areas of the Golden Gate Park. It is HUGE and we were able to cover only a fraction of it. But what we liked most is the Rose Garden, a beautiful collection of all possible shades of roses.
It is located on the back side of De Young Museum and the best part is it's Free. We took some snaps and then we just sat there intoxicated by their fragrance. Most of the flowers have a plaque indicating the scientific name and type. This place is magical.
We had some ice cream and warm Churros. There is a play area with some slides and a few structures, near by, where my daughter had her share of fun. There is a trail surrounded by trees and we played some hide-n-seek. We spent around 5-6 hours. At the end of that sunny day, we were tired and my daughter was sleepy. We carried a picnic basket and didn't try the food there. But there were a couple of options near the museum. This place has a lot more to offer. Plan ahead since it is very difficult to cover all the attractions on a single trip. Check the details here.
My Tip:
Here, I am quickly highlighting the places and experiences that we loved and felt worth sharing.
Cherry Picking AT Brentwood:
Who doesn't love a red sweet juicy cherry?
And what makes it alluring is the idea-'Pick on your own'.
There are a couple of orchards at Brentwood which is open during the season for Cherry Picking. We picked Bloomfield Cherries. They are closed for 2017 and will re-open in 2018. Before planning a trip, check out their Facebook Page here or their website.
We went on a Saturday. It was crowded. Parking was a bit problem. But there was some friendly staff who were managing the Traffic.
We were given a few buckets to fill, at the entrance. It was really helpful since my daughter didn't want to share her bucket with anyone.The orchard was huge! There was Excitement all around. We could hear some giggles and shrieks of the little explorers. There were an abundance of cherries and at lower heights. There were ladders to reach the top one. We tasted a few cherries and soon mastered the art of picking the most delicious one.My child and my mom were equally thrilled. I was busy running after my little one who was galloping from trees to trees. In between, I caught a sight of my mom jumping and trying to climb a tree to reach the top one. So, overall, it was fun and exhausting. So, we sat in the shades for some time.
Together we picked around 6 pounds of cherries and headed towards the checkout counter. The price was 3.50/lb which could have been a little less. But considering that we had already eaten a lot of cherries at the farm while picking, it was a good deal! We went home tired, but happy. It was a crazy, but 'Cherry-On-Top' kind of day and will surely go back next season.
My Tip:
- Sunscreen is a Must
- Lots of Water
- Some snacks, if you are visiting with kids
- You may carry a Mat/Blanket if you want to rest in the shades
If you are a true admirer of 'Green', this is the right place for you! It is amazing to find out so many shades of greens together. Japanese Tea Garden is located in San Francisco Golden Gate Park. Plants, pond, fishes, cute bridge, Japanese architecture, hot steaming tea - this place has it all.We visited this place on a Saturday. We reached past 12 noon. Traffic was bad and we had to spend some time to locate a parking spot. This place is a gem for those interested in nature photography. Even, a mobile phone click would be gorgeous. We walked around for some time, watched the fishes swimming in the pond, took a few clicks and we were contented. The garden has an entry fee which is a little expensive, considering the size of the garden. Beautifully landscaped, calm n peaceful, well maintained, this horticulture gem is surely worth a visit. You can check out the details here if you are planning a visit.
My Tip:
- Reach a bit early to avoid the traffic and parking issues
- There is a cafe for Tea and Coffee inside the Japanese Tea Garen and a few Food Trucks were around in the Golden Gate Park
- Entrance fee is worth investing if you are planning to spend some time inside.
We didn't want to spoil the serenity of the Japanese Tea Garden for long, by our excited and enthusiastic toddler.That's why we headed to explore the other areas of the Golden Gate Park. It is HUGE and we were able to cover only a fraction of it. But what we liked most is the Rose Garden, a beautiful collection of all possible shades of roses.It is located on the back side of De Young Museum and the best part is it's Free. We took some snaps and then we just sat there intoxicated by their fragrance. Most of the flowers have a plaque indicating the scientific name and type. This place is magical.
We had some ice cream and warm Churros. There is a play area with some slides and a few structures, near by, where my daughter had her share of fun. There is a trail surrounded by trees and we played some hide-n-seek. We spent around 5-6 hours. At the end of that sunny day, we were tired and my daughter was sleepy. We carried a picnic basket and didn't try the food there. But there were a couple of options near the museum. This place has a lot more to offer. Plan ahead since it is very difficult to cover all the attractions on a single trip. Check the details here.
My Tip:
- We didn't see any Diaper changing station in the restroom, which was a little inconvenient
- This park is absolutely Stroller-Friendly.
- We didn't see any water fountains. So, it is advisable to carry your own water.
Continued to Sea and Sand
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