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December 2014/January 2015 91 TK TK TK TK TK TK TK TK TK TK TK TK the Heavenly Mountain Resort Ski Area and all the action of the South Shore casinos. Lakeland’s free private shuttles make getting around easy. Or you can stay put, and enjoy the resort’s outdoor heated pool, hot tubs, sauna and fitness room. COSTANOA LODGE AND CAMP 2001 Rossi Road, Pescadero, CA. 650/879- 7306. www.costanoa.com. The tranquil surroundings of Costanoa Lodge and Camp make for a calming getaway, a welcome pre- or postholiday treat. Situated on a bluff overlooking the Pacific Ocean, just off scenic Highway 1, Costanoa is surrounded by endless acres of undisturbed wilderness, rolling coastal hills and secluded beaches. Guests have a variety of green-certified accommodations, starting with the luxury of the camp’s expansive lodge and including more rustic but comfortable options such as the Douglas Fir cabins and cozy tent bungalows. After a day of hiking, mountain biking or kayaking, enjoy a relaxing massage at the on-site spa followed by a meal of farm-inspired California coastal cuisine at Cascade Bar & Grill. Special weekend packages for both couples and families are offered. NAPA VALLEY WINE TRAIN 1275 McKinstry St., Napa. 800/427-4124. winetrain.com. A visit to Northern California’s world-renowned Napa Valley is the ideal gift for the wine enthusiast on your list. There is no better way to relax and truly enjoy this picturesque region than on a three-hour round-trip journey with the Napa Valley Wine Train. Riders have the option of a lunch or dinner tour, both of which include gourmet dishes prepared inside the Train’s own kitchen car and served in a fully restored 1915- 17 Pullman railcar or the 1952 Champagne Vista Dome. There is wine tasting on board, and pre-purchased winery tours are also available. So when the occasion calls for more than just a bottle of fine wine, try an entire Wine Train – it's just the ticket. TENAYA LODGE AT YOSEMITE 1122 Highway 41, Fish Camp, CA. 877/313-2711. www.tenayalodge.com. Bring the family this holiday season and join in the traditions at Tenaya Lodge at Yosemite, such as a lighting of Tenaya’s 30-foot lobby Christmas tree. Special packages include Gingerbread house workshops, horse-drawn sligh rides, ice skating, kids dinner with Santa Claus and more. For those prepared to party, Tenaya is offering an allinclusive New Year’s Eve Celebration Package for two. Featuring an overnight stay and passes to the soiree, the package is available starting at a limited-time rate of $499 per couple. Revelers simply need to book using promo code NEWYEARS to lock in their stay. Tenaya Lodge is the ideal getaway for the holidays. Experience Yosemite’s inspiring vistas, the serenity of the wooded surroundings of the Sierras and the iconic scenery—and create new family traditions for the holidays or any time of year. STOCKING STUFFERS SOUTH BAY ACCENT 950 S. Bascom Ave., Suite 3110, San Jose, CA. 408/244-5100. Southbayaccent.com. Give a gift that keeps giving all year long: a subscription to South Bay Accent! Each issue is packed with all the best of our dynamic region—from local personalities, trends, food, arts and entertainment to travel, fashion, home design, health and business. For more than 35 years, readers have dipped into our pages to discover new and exciting things to learn, places to see and experiences to remember. In every issue, our inclusive, two-month Calendar offers more than 150 great reasons to get out and about, and our popular Dining Guide points the way to tons of notable restaurants for every appetite and budget. This holiday, surprise a friend with a subscription to South Bay Accent, the perfect present for every season! n


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