Spring 2012: From Sunnyvale to Germany, trips abound

My favorite flower? Tulips! And although I am not able to grow them year after year, I am glad that they are now blooming for all to see at Pier 39 in San Francisco, at the outdoor plaza at Stanford Shopping Center in Palo Alto, and also at the Filoli gardens and mansion in Woodside.

Although we've got both cool and warm weather, nothing is going to keep us inside these days. I encourage you to go to our Calendar to see the fun things to do for the spring such as a sleepover at the San Francisco Academy of Sciences or a visit to downtown San Jose where you can also go to the Cinequest film festival, over two decades old.

Looking for more adventure? Check out our review of Arka, the newest Indian restaurant to hit the South Bay. Glamorous and affordable, its great for a casual lunch or a family birthday party. You get a taste of India before actually going there. How's that?

We've got two Southern California stories you've got to read. We bring to you Carlsbad au Natural, an article about the organic, natural side of our amazing beach city. Then don't miss our story on famous Del Mar, an elegant town that is being refreshed with new, hip stores and restaurants.

And this month we go to Salt Lake City where contributor Joyce Kiefer reviews two great museums delightful for children. See her story on the Utah Natural History Museum and the unique Leonardo museum.

Meanwhile, our New York correspondent Barbara Barton Sloane takes us to Germany to see castles, parks, and more. Your kids will love the adventures she has detailed in her story, "Their Homes Were Castles."

Other articles in this issue:
*New Tea House in Oahu- Hawaii
*Toyota Venza - New Products
*Parfait Organic Artisan Gourmet Ice Cream - New Products
*Kiss-U Tissues for the car - New Products
*Study Abroad in Oxford with no tests - Parent Getaways

Enjoy being indoors or outdoors and enjoy your spring flowers!

Happy Travels. Stay safe!
Kathy Chin Leong
Executive Editor
Bay Area Family Travel

　

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