 Oakland: A Culinary Treasure
What's top on the itinerary for most people when they're away from home? Eating! Today's travelers are keen to explore new tastes and textures. With tasty barbeque, exotic ethnic specialties, and renowned California cuisine, Oakland has become an exciting destination for today's culinary tourists. In addition to hundreds of restaurants, Oakland is also home to many food boutiques, wineries and food-focused street festivals. Oakland now hosts more than a dozen Farmers Markets each week, including popular ones at Old Oakland on Fridays and Jack London Square on Sundays.
You can now find out details about Oakland's mouth-watering options 24/7 at Oaklandcvb.com, Oakland's online visitor center. You'll find photos, websites and maps of hundreds of Oakland eateries and learn more about food-related events. Plus, you can discover a variety products made in Oakland to take back home with you. Bon appetit! |
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Fun in the Sun: Floating Holidays 
Ahoy, mates! Hop aboard a boat at Oakland's Jack London Square and see San Francisco Bay from just above the waterline. The flotilla of options includes a cruise on the presidential yacht USS Potomac, a passage to San Francisco or Angel Island on the Alameda/Oakland Ferry, or a leisurely paddle down the Oakland estuary by kayak. After your trip, enjoy a drink and a meal at one of Oakland's many waterfront restaurants. |
Hometown Hospitality: Bed & Breakfasts
Nestled in neighborhoods throughout the city, Oakland B&Bs offer one-of-a-kind accommodations. The historic Bates House celebrates its centennial this year. A Bed & Breakfast on Fairmount offers scenic views of Mt. Tamalpais. Located in the popular Rockridge neighborhood, Dean's B&B provides a secluded cottage with a Japanese garden. Enjoy panoramic views of San Francisco Bay from rooms at the Redwood House Bed & Breakfast. |
 Tales of the City: Oakland Heritage Tours
Art and history isn't limited to indoor museums in Oakland. The Oakland Heritage Alliance offers more than 20 walking tours that explore Oakland's natural, social and cultural history by visiting diverse neighborhoods and discussing different architectural styles. Destinations include residential and commercial districts, mansion gardens and Mountain View Cemetary. For information on other Oakland tours, visit Oaklandcvb.com. |
 Sky-High Bargains: Flights at OAK
Oakland's travel deals begin at the airport. Oakland International Airport is known nationwide for offering some of the lowest fares in the country. How low? Skybus offers $10 seats on each flight to and from the Midwest. Here's a hint on finding the best values: visit www.oaklandairport.com to see a full list of airlines flying to OAK. Many discount airlines - including Southwest and JetBlue - don't sell seats through online travel booking sites. Once you've got your flights, check out places to eat, stay and play at Oaklandcvb.com. |
