San Francisco is known for its world-class restaurants, shops, museums, and sports teams. But some of the most memorable moments I’ve spent in the city by the bay have been in settings far removed from the hustle and bustle of downtown. Angel Island offers a quiet reprieve from the city’s busy tourist attractions and offers visitors access to one of the most spectacular picnic spots in the country. To get to this serene spot (Angel Island is an uninhabited island surrounded on both sides by urban skylines) you must take a 45-minute ferry ride from San Francisco. The commute offers … Continue reading →