Lydie's Passport
 

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Member since:
23 January 2009

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About Me & My Family

We are a French family who has been living in the US for 13 years. We spend all our summers in France, visiting our family and new countries. Our definite favorite is the South of France and Spain. Although, we all love Paris.
Our Family's Travel Personality
curious, independent, energetic, easy_going, scheduled, artsy
We Just Got Back From
Paris, Normandie, Brittany, Mont St Michel and Madrid
Our Favorite Vacation Spot
Spain
A Place We'd Love To Visit
Japan
Favorite Vacation Memory
Australia. It just felt perfect and we got to see Ayers Rock: a dream come true.
Worst Travel Moment With My Kids:
Thais having a very smelly bowel movement in her diaper while listening to our guide at the Sydnedy Opera House and throwing up right after that on the beautiful Sydney Opera Floor (she was 4 months old)
Websites I Like:
Mine! www.travelismorefunwithkids.com www.inflightout.com: I do not know how Mike does to find all these good deals. A money saver

Mother's Day Fun in the San Francisco Bay Area - 2012

There is so much that is happening on May 13th! Between chocolate walking tours, cruise, music, and brunches, it will be hard to make a choice.

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Napa Valley Wine Train Station
1275 McKinstry Street Napa, California

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Get treated to a Gourmet Lunch package for Mother's Day. For $109 per person, you will enjoy a gourmet meal and a three hour train ride crossing the Napa Valley. Wine not included. Reservations recommended.


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2513 Blanding Avenue
Alameda, California

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Come at 2PM for a representation of the Bindi Society: a mix of rhythmic and classical music with instruments from Europe, Asia, and Africa. Tickets are $15 in advance, $20 at the door and $10 for students. If you want to have some Salsa fun, come on May 7th in the afternoon for a family percussions workshop and at 8 pm, enjoy a Salsa Dance Party. Check their website for more information.

reviewed on: May 06 2011

"Love their art shows"
Rythmix is a very nice place that features art shows, plays, classes etc. I have been taking my children there on multiple occasions so they can enjoy art shows. The place is not that big so it is easier for children to mingle and admire the pieces without having to look over them at all times.

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2 New Montgomery St
San Francisco, California

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The Palace Hotel is a magical and elegant place that will make Mom feel very special. Enjoy brunch from 10: 30 am to 1:30 pm. $75 per adult and $45 per child (5-12).



2515 Fillmore St
San Francisco, California

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The Alumnae Chorus of the SF Girls Chorus will be singing on May 13th, at 4 pm. The concert will benefit Larkin Street Youth Services. Donation tickets at the door $25 ($15 for students and seniors).


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50 Hagiwara Tea Garden Drive
San Francisco, California

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Moms love Fashion and will be delighted to discover the exhibition: Jean Paul Gaultier from the Sildewalk to the Catwalk. Separate admission fee: $20 adults, $17 youth 6–17. Do not forget that once you bought your ticket to the de Young, admission to the Palace of Legion of Honor museum is free that same day for you.

reviewed on: November 30 2009

"An enjoyable experience"
The DeYoung is located in the beautiful Golden Gate Park so there is plenty of things to do after the museum visit. We were not into the American impressionism but we really enjoyed the rest of the art: primitive, African, and especially the Glass Art. My kids really spent a while admiring them. There are plenty of pieces that will fascinate the children and will make the visit to this museum a very pleasant one. Do not forget to take the elevator to the Observatory Tower: San Francisco at your feet!
Avoid their parking garage: no validation and expensive.

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Depends on the tour you buy
San Francisco, California

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Take the San Francisco ULTRA Chocolate tour on Saturday May 12th at 3 pm. Discover unique wine pairings with chocolate and even a chocolate cocktail. Reservations required. $75 per person.


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Pier 3 on The Embarcadero
San Francisco, California

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Enjoy the Mother's Day premier champagne brunch (2.5 hours cruise - Adult $103, child 4-12 $61.80). It is a 2.5 hour cruise with gourmet brunch, a hosted bar, and live jazz entertainment.


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86 Cañada Road
Redwood City, California

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Bring Mom to Filoli Flower Show 'The Secret Garden, Discover the Magic' from May 10th through May 13th.

reviewed on: January 14 2010

"Wonderful"
This is a wonderful place with a beautiful mansion to visit and gardens that are  dream. It is such a beauty when everything is in bloom. They organize great events: art, concert series, and tea parties. I had my doubt at first when I brought my children there (12 and 8) but I never imagined as much they would enjoy it. After a quick tour of the home, we spent hours in the garden, walking as well as sitting and just enjoying the views. We did not want to leave but had to, it was closing time! They have a beautiful gift shop with original products and delicious honey from their grounds. We had never taste honey that was so good, buying that honey itself is worth the trip!

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1 Miramontes Point Rd
Half Moon Bay, California

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Enjoy brunch at the two Ritz-Carlton restaurants. BALLROOM Mother’s Day Brunch Served from 11 am to 3:30 pm Live entertainment performing in Ballroom $108 per person plus tax and gratuity . Ages: Up to 4 years – Free, 5 to 12 – ½ price. NAVIO - Mother’s Day Champagne Brunch at 10 a.m. / 12:30 p.m. / 2:30 p.m. $125 per person plus tax and gratuity. Ages: Up to 4 years – Free, 5 to 12 – ½ price.