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Comment on Airship Venture Zeppelin – San Francisco Area, California by mn

mn — Wed, 25 Jan 2012 17:31:46 +0000

My parents want to experience the Zeppelin this summer and I thought it would be a good 55th anniversary gift to give them. How do I find out about gift certificates and discounts? Any information would be appreciated!

Comment on Honey Run Covered Bridge – Chico, California by John Preston

John Preston — Thu, 05 Jan 2012 15:11:54 +0000

My father lived up steam from the bridge in the 30's and carved his name on the bridge. Is it possible to walk across the bridge or is it closed. Thanks

Comment on Honey Run Covered Bridge – Chico, California by Ron Craft

Ron Craft — Fri, 30 Sep 2011 20:47:15 +0000

I'm trying to get in touch with someone involved in the Annual Craft Fair on November the 5th 2011. If someone knows how to reach them please let me know. My phone # is 530 872-1153. Thanks

Comment on Poway-Midland Railroad – Poway, California by Poway Cab

Poway Cab — Fri, 09 Sep 2011 23:46:09 +0000

I love this place. It's a gorgeous lovely place behind the Wal-Mart in Poway!

Comment on Rancho Santa Fe, California – History, Attractions, Living Here … by Darren Tunstall

Darren Tunstall — Sat, 27 Aug 2011 23:04:35 +0000

Rancho Sante Fe does have a lot of history. It's close to downtown, Del Mar and the Del Mar Race Track and tons of shopping. There are great schools nearby too. Great exercise, etc.

Comment on Mammoth Festival of Beers & Bluesapalooza – Mammoth Lakes, California by Dawn McCormick

Dawn McCormick — Sun, 07 Aug 2011 14:39:26 +0000

I loved going to Mammoth Bluesapaloosa until this year. They have outgrown themselves and need some serious crowd control. First, couldn't even see the stage after the first 20 minutes so many people got out of their chairs and went up to stand in front of the stage. Second, this year they implemented blocking off the street and encouraged people on their website to take the trolleys. However, they had no one after the concert (at least on Friday - I didn't go back on Saturday) directing people as to where the trolleys would stop nor were there any designated lines. Once a trolley showed up about every 1/2 hour or so, it was a free for all to get on the trolley. I got hurt in the process - not seriously but enough that I was pretty unhappy for awhile. Until the City of Mammoth and the Bluesapaloosa organizers get their act together in terms of crowd control, I wouldn't recommend going to this event. If they do get organized to accommodate large crowds, then it would be a wonderful time of live blues under the mountain stars and worth attending, but not currently.

Comment on Balboa Park, San Diego, CA by Bryan K. Clark

Bryan K. Clark — Wed, 08 Jun 2011 20:50:05 +0000

One Word Only... "Amazing"

Comment on Honey Run Covered Bridge – Chico, California by Cj

Cj — Fri, 04 Feb 2011 15:59:21 +0000

My family and I live near Honey Run, and we always make a point each year to make it to the pancake breakfast they host. That way you can walk all the way across, since they open up the gate. The pancakes are really good, and you get to eat them on the bridge, which makes it even better.

Comment on Disneyland Park – Anaheim, California by joe pearson

joe pearson — Sat, 27 Nov 2010 22:05:04 +0000

I have been 2 both disneyland and disney world and liked them both but if i we're to go back 2 one over the other it would be disneyland because of the fact it was the first on built and seem's so much more family oriented pluss i have a love for the state of california so much 2 do and see out there. Joe P. from kansas city kansas.

Comment on Mammoth Ski Country – Winter Activities – Summer Activities – Mammoth, California by Editor

Editor — Mon, 12 Jul 2010 16:59:29 +0000

It's a beautiful area so for those of you that haven't visited Mammoth, put it on your travel calender and spend some fabulous time visiting this area, ski in the winter and enjoy the beautiful area in the summer

Comment on Bolt’s Antique Tool Museum – Oroville, California by clyde boan

clyde boan — Thu, 08 Jul 2010 19:47:27 +0000

I have an old jack,a DREDNANT #D5060 hydraulic floor jack,and this jack was made with only 2 front wheels,no place for wheels in the back,and I cannot find out anybody that knows about this one,I had someone tell me ,it was very old,I can email you some pictures,I don`t know your email address,can you help me?

Comment on Mammoth Ski Country – Winter Activities – Summer Activities – Mammoth, California by Adam

Adam — Sat, 03 Jul 2010 10:12:50 +0000

Spring may be the best time to head to Mammoth, especially this year with all the snow. The crowds are smaller, there are a ton of other things to do off the slopes depending on how late in the spring you go to Mammoth. There isn't a whole lot open now but they are still skiing top to bottom (Climax to the Broadway base) and will probably finish out the season with top to bottom skiing open. If ya didn't make it this spring, keep an eye on the snowfall next year and if they get a lot of snow, head up in the spring. Lodging is often cheaper then and temperatures are often not bone chillingly cold too.

Comment on Living Memorial Sculpture Garden – Weed, California by leonard hatcher

leonard hatcher — Mon, 22 Feb 2010 21:04:23 +0000

This is a very moving awsome place. my grandfather dad and brother are all on the wall for a couple of years now how come there names are not on your website? it's disturbing to go to your website and not see our names. leonard hatcher

Comment on Moonridge Animal Park – Big Bear Lake, California by Radha (Big Bear Lake)

Radha (Big Bear Lake) — Fri, 29 Jan 2010 19:13:49 +0000

Moonridge Zoo is the best. They care for injured animals. We cooked for a fundraiser they had. The people that work there are wonderful. They need to raise funds to move the zoo across the lake to the Big Bear Discovery Center. Any help is appreciated. Thanks.

Comment on Airship Venture Zeppelin – San Francisco Area, California by Gary Avery

Gary Avery — Mon, 16 Nov 2009 18:10:25 +0000

I wanted to fly over London on the Zeppelin last year, but poor weather conditions resulted in cancellations. Since I was a lad. It had always been an intention of mine to fly on an Airship after constantly watching the Goodyear Blimp flying over my house in those hot summers of the 70's. Well, last month, my dream came true. I was in San Francisco and had the chance to fly. I must say that It was well worth the 30 year wait. A fantastic experience, flying in the beautiful blue sky over San Francisco Bay. I would have liked to have flown over Tower Bridge, but the Golden Gate Bridge and surrounding scenery is breathtaking. I would like to thank Airship Ventures for a truely unforgetable flight. Gary Avery, Woking, Surrey, England.

Comment on Living Memorial Sculpture Garden – Weed, California by Jeff Matheson

Jeff Matheson — Thu, 12 Nov 2009 17:25:00 +0000

Humbling and uplifting at the same time...No one should drive by without stopping and spending time in reflection of those that have served our country...

Comment on Disneyland Park – Anaheim, California by Rhonda

Rhonda — Tue, 11 Aug 2009 14:39:40 +0000

It is really amazing to see just how far Disney has come since the whole idea of Disney came into play.

Comment on Mammoth Ski Country – Winter Activities – Summer Activities – Mammoth, California by Editor

Editor — Sat, 08 Aug 2009 15:46:24 +0000

I have forwarded your message to the area CVB and asked them to contact you directly.

Comment on Mammoth Ski Country – Winter Activities – Summer Activities – Mammoth, California by sophia yersin

sophia yersin — Sat, 08 Aug 2009 13:32:28 +0000

I wanted to come out to try skiing with my family the end of march beginning of April. Is this a bad time to come? Will there be snow or should i go to Lake Tahoe or somewhere else. Thank you for your honesty. Sincerely, Sophia yersin

Comment on Shasta Cascade – Mount Shasta, California by Renee Casterline

Renee Casterline — Fri, 27 Mar 2009 16:17:54 +0000

It's late March now, and that means you can double up on activities: skiing at the Mt. Shasta Ski Park or up on the mountain, and then a spring bike ride on our quiet roads. It's also time to think about spring rafting trips on the Upper Sacramento River and the big adventure rivers - the Cal Salmon and Scott Rivers where class IV and V rapids will have your heart pounding all day long. Castle Crags is now the place to go hiking to spring waterfalls and early wildflowers. It' a glorious time, so come see us!

Comment on Central California Chinese Cultural Center – Visalia, California by Thomas Steele

Thomas Steele — Fri, 13 Mar 2009 19:44:24 +0000

Hello, I am curious about the Visalia laws of the 19th. century that restrict, or forbid any asian from living, working, etc...... Or...well you said speak your mind; how about any laws saying no Chinese are allowed to do WHATEVER, and is still a law today but not enforced! Thank you, Thomas Steele

Comment on Honey Run Covered Bridge – Chico, California by Gaylene

Gaylene — Tue, 24 Feb 2009 03:57:21 +0000

I used to live near here. My family owns the land on the hill across from the entrance of this bridge and most of the area formally known as DiamondVille. This bride was nearly lost several times over the years due to flooding. It has also been featured in many movies, music videos, and a few television shows. It is known locally as a place to propose to your sweety. You can no longer fully cross the bridge as there is a gate on the back end of it. If you cross the creek and go up behind it, you can still see wagon tracks from the stage coaches and wagon haulers that ran between Chico and the mountain communities. It is a nice place to take a dip during the 100+ degree summer days in the area or to have a picnic lunch in the shade of the spans. If you have not been there, go see it. It is worth the five mile drive up into the canyon, the views along the way are so pretty, especially in the fall. Just beware of snakes known to lurk in the cooler areas in the shade.

Comment on Folsom Powerhouse State Historic Park – Folsom, California by ron durna

ron durna — Sat, 14 Feb 2009 23:20:35 +0000

i saw the show on california gold. i was dissapointed that the inventor of ac power was not mention or the invention of the generator NIKALA TESLA thanks for the good show ron

Comment on Honey Run Covered Bridge – Chico, California by Editor

Editor — Mon, 09 Feb 2009 04:24:19 +0000

Thank you for the information James, I'm glad you let us know. Pat Watson, Editor

Comment on Honey Run Covered Bridge – Chico, California by James

James — Mon, 09 Feb 2009 04:11:10 +0000

I just wanted to say that there is one other 3 span bridge and it is in ohio.

Comment on Pfeiffer Beach – Big Sur, California by Editor

Editor — Wed, 04 Feb 2009 18:49:31 +0000

I have forwarded your email on to park management and requested they contact you directly. Pat Watson, Editor

Comment on Pfeiffer Beach – Big Sur, California by Claudia Pizarro

Claudia Pizarro — Wed, 04 Feb 2009 18:34:54 +0000

Can we host our wedding reception at Julia Pfeiffer Beach? Thank you!

Comment on Airship Venture Zeppelin – San Francisco Area, California by paul tominac

paul tominac — Fri, 23 Jan 2009 01:29:40 +0000

It is certainly a most impressive sight, a spectacle, to see this ship as it glides over the city, across the bay, and pretty much anywhere you find yourself when you look up and see it. At $500. a head, it will be a while before I get aboard it, but you never know. The Hindenburg, by the way, was not the last airship to be seen over the US: The US navy operated several airships, all of which met untimely ends, albeit without the flames of the Hindenburg. One big reason this airship is here, is the giant airship hangers at Moffet Field, where it is berthed; hangars built for those very navy airships.

Comment on Airship Venture Zeppelin – San Francisco Area, California by Bill Clark

Bill Clark — Sun, 07 Dec 2008 20:06:58 +0000

I had the real pleasure of flying in this airship over London earlier this year. After offering "flightseeing trips" for only six weeks in the UK it was shipped to the USA via Rotterdam. Our flight was up the River Thames and we flew over The Dome, Greenwich, the Thames Barrier,Tower Bridge,The Tower Of London,The London Eye, Westminster Abbey, The Houses Of Parliament and many other landmarks of London. The flight was very smooth and once up to 1000 feet we were able to walk around the cabin and take photo's through open windows, so no glass to distort the pictures. I feel very privileged to now have remarkable photo's of London, taken by me from this Zeppelin Airship, to remember a very special day. I envy all of you who now have the chance to see San Francisco from this remarkable airship, an experience you wont forget.

Comment on Airship Venture Zeppelin – San Francisco Area, California by Editor

Editor — Tue, 04 Nov 2008 01:20:02 +0000

I have forwarded your email on to the appropriate people and you should be hearing from them very soon. It's a wonderful idea!

Comment on Airship Venture Zeppelin – San Francisco Area, California by w, j. mccarthy

w, j. mccarthy — Mon, 03 Nov 2008 23:19:14 +0000

do you offer gift certificates for Christmas? am interested in S.F. area flights as a Christmas gift for my husband who is an air force capt retired who use to have a balloon pilots license as well as being a jet trainer in the usaf. Any discounts? thanx wj

Comment on The Heidrick Ag History Center – Woodland, California by Editor

Editor — Wed, 13 Aug 2008 20:48:51 +0000

Hi Miguel, We have forwarded your message on to the History Center and requested that they contact you regarding it. Thank you for contacting www.californiabeautiful.com with the information. Regards, Pat Watson Editor

Comment on The Heidrick Ag History Center – Woodland, California by Miguel Giles

Miguel Giles — Wed, 13 Aug 2008 02:27:20 +0000

I love the idea of your museum. We have at my dad's ranch, a great example of American ingenuity in the form of a handbuilt tractor. It;'s an orchard style tractor powered by a large Clinton pull start engine (we guess about 7 hp), vastly superior to the familiar Briggs and Stratton style engine. It's sports dual Model 'A' tandom mounted transmissions for many forward and reverse speeds, along with dual brakes for the rear wheels attached to a narrowed rear end (probably about a '48 Ford). It's got an updraught carborator and a disc and scoop and hydraulics. This is a full service tractor with a full-size seat. It needs reworking and restoring. I've used it and in it's prime it was very strong and useful. We are able to be reached at (916) 863-1069

Comment on San Francisco Vacation – San Francisco, California by Planning a family vacation in San Francisco | About Vacations Blog

Planning a family vacation in San Francisco | About Vacations Blog — Mon, 11 Aug 2008 11:51:38 +0000

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Comment on Marconi Automotive Museum – Tuslin, California by Homeschooling Mom

Homeschooling Mom — Mon, 23 Jun 2008 08:28:28 +0000

This is a fantantic unknown jewel of a museum, whether you are using it as a special event location, or taking a group of boys to see the cars. Its a small, beautifully maintained collection of cars. Even though I am not much of a car fan, we spent 30 minutes there as a family.

Comment on Whiskeytown National Recreation Area – California by Editor

Editor — Sun, 22 Jun 2008 17:10:56 +0000

French Gulch Hotel Open All Year BED and BREAKFAST Is open 7 days a week from March thru December. The hotel offers eight rooms with queen beds, comforters with ruffled coordinates and other romantic touches to capture the nostalgic mood of yesterday. The price range is $40.00 to $80.00, double occupancy, and includes a full breakfast the next morning. For More Information on this lodging please call 530-359-2112 This is the only non camping lodging mentioned around the park.

Comment on Whiskeytown National Recreation Area – California by kathy lawler

kathy lawler — Sun, 22 Jun 2008 16:45:37 +0000

please send of list of closest hotels to whiskey town lake. Thanks so much, Kathy

Comment on Little Italy – Downtown San Diego, California by giuseppe tumea

giuseppe tumea — Wed, 18 Jun 2008 22:43:29 +0000

visiting the 24th of june, in town on a royal carribean cruise, i am a immigrant from villa priola sicily, what can i see in a day

Comment on Marconi Automotive Museum – Tuslin, California by Paul Smith

Paul Smith — Wed, 18 Jun 2008 09:01:32 +0000

From the site i came to know that Marconi Automotive Museum has a collection of millions of cars and bikes,i was very glad to know about it.....

Comment on Take a Tour of Alcatraz Island – San Francisco, California by San Francisco Tour of Alcatraz Island, California | About Vacations Blog

San Francisco Tour of Alcatraz Island, California | About Vacations Blog — Wed, 11 Jun 2008 06:02:51 +0000

San Francisco Tour of Alcatraz Island, California

Alcatraz Island is a fascinating place to visit along California’s coast. The history of the federal penitentiary here including its famous inmates and escapes is intriguing. Although this is what draws many visitors to the Island in the first place, they leave with a much deeper appreciation of the unique role Alcatraz Island has played throughout history.

Alcatraz was also a significant military site before the penitentiary made it famous, and it took on new importance during the All Tribes Indian occupation from 1969 to 1971. You will learn about all these intriguing aspects of the Island’s history plus more during your visit to Alcatraz.

Today Alcatraz is an important natural area that supports a huge population of seabirds. It is a beautiful place to visit that provides spectacular views of the Bay. Alcatraz enjoys a well-deserved reputation as an outstanding attraction, and visitors are advised to book their tickets for this popular destination at least a week in advance.