Valerie & Jacob
Valerie Stimac is the founder of Discover Sausalito, and calls her Sausalito houseboat home.
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The Complete Guide to Kayaking in Sausalito
If you've ever visited – or even just looked at pictures – you've probably noticed: there's a lot of water around Sausalito. A waterfront community, Sausalito is home to floating homes, houseboats, sailboats, motor boats, and even unmotorized options kayaks and stand up paddleboards. Almost everyone has a boat, lives on a boat, or knows someone who does one of the two...
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The 16 Best Seafood Restaurants in Sausalito
From the minute you step off the ferry or cross the Golden Gate Bridge, it's easy to see that there's something special about Sausalito. This waterfront town sits at the southern tip of the Marin peninsula, near the mouth of the San Francisco Bay, and has decidedly European vibes; many people compare it to Cinque Terre in Italy – high praise for a small town in California! As you might guess, Sausalito has great seafood, like most waterfront communities...
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The 7 Best Sausalito Airbnb Experiences
While there's no shortage of things to do in Sausalito, you might be looking for something a bit less common to enjoy your time in this lovely waterfront community. Sure, you can rent a kayak, window shop along Caledonia, or do a wine tasting at one of our tasting rooms – or you can try something new and different, guided by a local host...
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The 11 Best Sausalito Italian Restaurants [2021]
Is there anything better than a warming plate of fresh spaghetti with tomato sauce, a slice of piping hot and meaty lasagna, or the delightful combination of flavors in a bowl of cioppino? Italian food is beloved globally for its comforting flavors and filling dishes. And for a town like Sausalito that already feels and looks a bit like Cinque Terre, it's no surprise that there are some great Italian restaurants in Sausalito...
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Where to Stay in Sausalito: A Guide to Hotels & Vacation Rentals
Sausalito is lovely – we all know that. Those of us who call Sausalito home are lucky to do so, and if you're planning a visit, you've likely discovered that there are numerous nice things to do in Sausalito to pass your time here. You've probably also discovered that there's no way to fit everything into one day, and may be curious about staying overnight in Sausalito to give yourself extra time...
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8 Sausalito Houseboats on Airbnb Where You Can Stay & Float Away
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The 8 Best Spots for Pizza in Sausalito
There's nothing quite like a great slice of pizza. When you find the right pizzeria for you, it's perfect: the crust is just right, the sauce has the perfect flavor, and the toppings create a joyous experience for your tastebuds. Luckily, Sausalito is home to some great pizza spots, which cater to the wide range of preferences we all have for pizza – crust thickness, toppings, and more...
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18 Sausalito Lunch Spots for Any Occasion
We've all felt it: the terrible hunger pangs around the midday hours. Worst of all is when you don't know what to have for lunch, or where to go. Over the course of living in Sausalito, I've had the chance to eat at many of the fantastic restaurants around town. Based on my experiences I've decided to conquer the ultimate question: where should you eat lunch? By my count there are over 50 restaurants in town – so this is no small question...
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8 Sausalito Houseboats on Airbnb Where You Can Stay & Float Away
If there's one ubiquitous thing about Sausalito, it's the city's houseboats. Everyone knows – and dreams of living on – one of the picturesque floating homes that punctuate the waterfront in basically all of Sausalito's marinas. If you're among those many people who want to enjoy the Sausalito houseboat life, you're in luck: a number of houseboats offer private rooms or the whole boat for rent on Airbnb...
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Where to Stay in Sausalito: A Guide to Hotels & Vacation Rentals
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The 9 Best Kid-Friendly Restaurants in Sausalito (+8 Other Great Spots!)
Traveling with a kid is tough! Heck – having a kid is tough. All kids are different, and each has their own preferences for when, where, how, and what to eat. For that reason, a family meal out at a restaurant frequently becomes a point of stress for some parents. But never fear: Sausalito has some great kid-friendly restaurants...
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A Quick Guide to All 7 Sausalito Spas
Most people come to Sausalito for the epic views, fresh seafood, and chance to stroll the streets of a waterfront-and-hillside community that has drawn more than one comparison to picturesque places like Italy's Almafi Coast. But for others, Sausalito is an escape; a place to relax and unwind away from the hustle and bustle of San Francisco or whatever city you call home. What better way to tap into that rejuvenation than by enjoying a Sausalito spa experience?
