Where to Eat and Drink in Oakland

29 Jul 2021

Oakland is actually the eighth-largest city in the state of California. It is located on the bay opposite San Francisco. This means there will be plenty of seafood to sample. There is also an abundance of fun and friendly bars to drink in.

1000 Steps Oakland

5 Feb 2020

From outdoor dining to food tours, fairylands to urban lakes, and bowling to kayaking, there's more than enough to do in Oakland. So if you're planning to visit Oakland and wondering where to go and what to do, 1000 Steps Oakland gives you lots of travel, tour, and holidaying tips you need.

California Getaway

5 Dec 2019

Oakland is my second favorite California getaway. I also love the architecture of the old, historic district. Personally, I never saw what folks saw in San Francisco compared to Oakland. I think Oakland has the better view of the ocean, better eating, and better sports. I’m a huge Raiders and A’s fan to this day because of how near Oakland is to my heart.

Deciding where to go

When I was growing up, my family and I would argue every summer over where we wanted to go. My siblings and I loved Oakland. Mom wanted to go to Sonoma Valley. Dad always wanted to go to Las Vegas. So we took turns. My favorite of the three actually turned out to be Vegas. I was enamored by the lights and, when I was old enough, I went back to play some blackjack.

This isn’t one of those stories that end with, “...and then I won a million dollars.” I almost broke even, which isn’t too bad for a first timer. Now I live in New Jersey and I still think of Vegas when I’m playing online blackjack. I followed the tips I found online and then improved my game a lot. Sometimes I play free online casino games in demo mode, just as a game. Other times I put some money in and think back to that first trip I took with the family to Las Vegas.

Follow the Less-Traveled Path in Oakland

25 Nov 2019

For those who want to follow the less-traveled path, Oakland offers off-the-beaten-track places that will blow your mind. If you are into Victorian architecture, visit the historic part of the city. Whether it's a weekend getaway or an extended holiday, Oakland's charm never ceases to amaze you.