Part 1: Spots to visit while in San Jose

San Jose is on of the largest cities in California and is located in the heart of the Silicon Valley (hence, the city is appropriately nicknamed the ?Capital of Silicon Valley?.) There are a lot of museums in the city itself so if you enjoy visiting museums, San Jose is a great place to visit. The San Jose Museum of Art features an extensive collection of pieces from throughout history, while the Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum of Art has one of the largest collections of ancient Egyptian artifacts in the United States. The Tech Museum is also located in Silicon Valley and features many exhibits about the latest technology and the history of the Silicon Valley region in regards to technology. Even for those who aren?t into visiting museums, there is a lot of culture in the area, and spots such as Japantown are always great places to visit for a change from the norm. Japantown has numerous restaurants and small shops, and is home to many special events and festivals annually. The area is mainly targeted towards the Japanese culture, but you can find a little bit of everything.

Once you travel outside of the city of San Jose itself, most tourists tend to make their way towards the beach and coastline. The area is home to many small beach towns where you can easily book a hotel, or even rent a beach home for a few days to just relax. Visiting these areas is a great way to get away from the stress involved in day to day life and is a very romantic spot for couples to enjoy each others? company. The weather is always perfect for the beaches and most beaches in the area feature clear blue skies and golden yellow sand.

Part 2: Dining

The San Jose area is also home to many romantic restaurants. Some of the more popular and well liked restaurants in the area include Bella Mia, Emille?s, and Blake?s Steakhouse and bar. As you may have guessed, Bella Mias is one of the top restaurants to go for fine Italian cuisine. It is a relatively new restaurant and was built in a classic brick building that dates back to the early 1900s to give it a historical charm. The restaurant was voted the Best New Restaurant in Downtown San Jose, and not only features excellent award winning food, but also soothing music from live performers. The restaurant also has private rooms as well as a new program, Jazz Brunch, which offers lively jazz music during the late morning and early afternoons on certain days.

Emille?s is a fine restaurant for contemporary European food from France, Italy, Switzerland, and various other countries. The chef and founder of the restaurant, Emile Mooser, came to America from Switzerland and is internationally known for his cooking. His restaurant has won various awards including Wine Spectator?s ?Award of Excellence?, the ?Best of the Best Award? from Cond? Nast magazine, and off course, the much coveted ?Distinguished Restaurants of North America Award.?

Finally, Blake?s Steakhouse and Bar is a great restaurant to visit for a fun night out. It is more casual than some of the other romantic restaurants in the area, but is home to some of the best steak in all of California and all those who like steak, often make an attempt to visit Blake?s when they are in the area. The restaurant features over 13 types of steak so you can be sure to find what you are looking for.

The Silicon Valley and the San Jose region is one of the greatest places for couples to visit while in California. It is a great city to relax and get away from the stresses and pressures of day to day life and is a wonderful getaway for everyone. The city is also home to some of the finest restaurants and hotels in the United States, so if you have the means, you can stay in the lap of luxury during your visit. Regardless, there is plenty for couples from all walks of life to enjoy in the Silicon Valley.

The San Diego area is home to many world class beaches and as a result, many professional sporting events, such as Surfing, are held in the San Diego area. Apart from the beach, there is a lot to do in the city itself and a vacation to San Diego is perfect for those interested in any type of adventure vacation.

Some of the most popular destinations when visiting the city include the world famous San Diego Zoo and Birch Aquarium. There are many places for all animal lovers in San Diego?Sea Word and the Wild Animal Park are very popular attractions. One nice thing about the city is that many of the museums can be easily found in one place, Balboa Park. Balboa Park features the San Diego Museum of Art, the Museum of Man, and many other museums and attractions.

Scuba Diving and surfing are also very popular activities and there are many companies and organizations that will take you out onto the ocean if you are a beginner. Hang Gliding and whale watching are also popular and there are lessons and trips scheduled daily.

As far as dining is concerned, some of the most popular romantic restaurants in the area include the Blue Point Costal Cuisine for great seafood in the heart of the city, Old Venice for classic Italian cuisine near the beach, and Caf? Japengo for more seafood and sushi.

San Diego is a wonderful beach city and is an ideal location for a romantic getaway. It has a little bit of everything and no matter what you like doing, you and your significant other will be able to find something fun and entertaining to do in San Diego.

Sacramento is a great city for couples to visit, especially those who are more interested in the history of the area, but there are activities for those who may not be into going to museums and historical places.

Old Sacramento is one of the most popular tourist attractions in the area. The area looks like a section of the city stuck in the 1800?s, and although there are a few modern businesses in the area, Old Sacramento is more of a hotspot among tourists rather than a residential or commercial area. There are several museums and quaint shops in the area, as well as a few restaurants. The most visited part of Old Sacramento is the California State Railroad Museum, full of artifacts and trains, many of which are intact from the time they were last used. (Travel to California became much easier and quicker with the introduction of the Steam Engine.)

The city of Sacramento is also home to many festivals that many people come from all over the world to attend. The Traditional Jazz Music Festival is held annually over the Memorial Day Weekend and the California State Fair is one of the most popular events of its kind in the world. Held annually for the last 152 years, the California State Fair draws in more than a million visitors each year and is always filled with fun exhibits and entertaining performances.

As far as dining is concerned, Morton?s Steakhouse is a wonderful upscale restaurant to spend the night at, as is the Biba Ristorante Italiano, which has won the ?Best Restaurant in Sacramento? award multiple times. If you are in the mood for Chinese, P.F. Chang’s China Bistro is always a favorite spot among couples.

Sacramento is a city that is buzzing with excitement and there is plenty to do and see in the wonderful city.