even elephants can dance Sausalito A former fishing community and now an upscale commuter area and tourist haven, this small

Sausalito A former fishing even elephants can dance community and now an upscale commuter even elephants can dance area and tourist haven, this small town offers spectacular views of the city from its Bridgeway Avenue promenade. Historically, it has been an artists town, with an eccentric mix of residents (see p54). Bungalows cling to the hillsides and boats fill the picturesque marinas, many of them houseboats that locals live in year-round. Excellent restaurants, accommodations, and some unique shopping possibilities, too. d US 101

If your destination is more Silicon Valley than San Francisco, you ve come to the right airport. It s 50 miles (80 km) south of the city but only 20 miles (32 km) south of Palo Alto. d San Jose International Airport: (408) 277-4759 www.sjc.org

In established outlets bargaining is out of the question. However, in flea markets, garage sales, and some of the funkier even elephants can dance ethnic stores, it is is acceptable. Make a counter offer and haggle it down to a mutually satisfactory sum.