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Enjoy a total of four nights in northern California, exploring the highlights of San Francisco and the rich wine country region of Sonoma.

San Francisco:

Experience San Francisco, one of America's favorite cities. Take a stroll along Pier 39, sample delicious fare at Ghirardelli Square, or hop on a cable car and explore the sights. At Fisherman’s Wharf, you can taste the freshest Dungeness crab, get one of the best views in the entire city, and chat with the renowned sea lions. Sample the delicious Italian cuisine in North Beach, find treasures in Chinatown, or satisfy your shopping urge in Union Square.

The Fairmont San Francisco - Enjoy a two-night stay including daily breakfast for (2) in the dining room at this world-renowned hotel, offering an awe-inspiring picture of historic San Francisco. Centrally located on Mason Street, The Fairmont San Francisco luxury hotel is a short cable car trip from the bustling downtown, Financial District, Union Square and Fisherman's Wharf. The Fairmont San Francisco hotel is located at the only spot in San Francisco where each of the city's cable car lines meet. The hotel also offers fine dining with three renowned restaurants and lounges. With a panoramic view of the city and the bay from high atop Nob Hill, The Fairmont San Francisco hotel holds an unmatched blend of luxurious accommodations and superb services which make for an unforgettable stay.

Sonoma:

Wine Country doesn't get more real than Sonoma Valley, whose rich soils mark the birthplace of California's wine industry. It's also the closest wine region to San Francisco, just 45 miles north of the Golden Gate Bridge. Cradled between the Mayacamas and the Sonoma Mountain ranges, Sonoma Valley encompasses a rolling patchwork of vineyards, quaint farms and 13,000 acres of scenic parkland. In the center of town, the eight-acre Sonoma Plaza is a National Historic Landmark, strewn with sprawling shade trees and bordered by carefully preserved adobe buildings.

The Fairmont Sonoma Mission Inn & Spa - Enjoy a two-night stay including daily breakfast for (2) in the dining room at this resort blessed by natural mineral hot springs and set in the heart of the California Wine Country. The legendary spa has been completely renovated with inspired architecture and plantings that appeals to the sophisticated traveler. The spa's inspiring architecture reveals pools, baths, and treatment areas unique in the West. It is a true spa, created in the grand European tradition and based on the benefits of the property's thermal mineral springs. Santé Restaurant is the Inn's premier dining room and has earned a national reputation for its outstanding food. Recipient of the prestigious AAA Four Diamond award, Santé is the only restaurant in the Sonoma Valley to receive this accolade. Condé Nast Traveler said “it's worth a special trip just to eat here” and Gourmet Magazine calls the food “the best of the new Wine Country style.” It was recently one of the few hotel restaurants in the United States to be awarded a Michelin star rating.

Chateau St. Jean (Sonoma) - Enjoy a private VIP tasting and tour for (2). A visit to Chateau St. Jean lifts all your senses. As you wind your way through the gardens, the path will lead you to the main visitor center. Once inside, a host will greet you and take you across the courtyard to a private tasting room in the Chateau. In this majestic setting, you will be led through a professional tasting of their very best wines presented in fine Riedel glassware. The rich history of winemaking tradition at Chateau St. Jean will be shared as well as savory bites to complement their fine Sonoma County wines. Valid one year from date of purchase.

Benziger Family Winery (Sonoma) - Enjoy a tour and tasting for (2). Benziger Family Winery is dedicated to crafting wines of uncommon character that reveal the unique characteristics of the individual vineyards and offer the best expression of Sonoma County winegrowing. A visit to Benziger Family Winery includes a tour of the vineyards and Wine Cave, where guests learn about their biodynamic growing procedures, the history of the winery, the family and the property. Guests will enjoy a private tasting of several award winning wines after the tour. Valid one year from date of purchase.

NOTE:  Sonoma is approximately 1.5 hours north of San Francisco.

American Airlines

This package includes round-trip coach class service for (2) from any American Airlines destination in the 48 contiguous United States or Canada to anywhere American Airlines flies in the 48 contiguous United States or Canada, subject to availability. Upgrade pricing is available. Coach class airfare can be upgraded to first class airfare by calling 877-544-8555. A minimum of 21 days advance booking is required as is a Saturday night stay. AAdvantage miles may be earned in accordance with the terms and conditions of the AAdvantage frequent flyer program. Miles cannot be utilized to upgrade these coach class certificates to a higher level of service. The certificates will have a one-year expiration date from the date issued and all reservations are subject to availability.  The following blackout dates apply:

2010:  Jul 2-5, Nov 19-24, Nov 27-29, Dec 18-23, Dec 26-31.
2011:  Jan 1-3, Mar 11-13, Mar 18-20, Mar 25-27, Apr 22-25, Jun 17-19, Jun 24-26, Jul 1-5, Nov 18-23, Nov 26-28, Dec 16-23, Dec 26-31.

Any airport departure taxes, fees or fuel surcharges (if charged) are the responsibility of the purchaser. Ground transportation is not included in this package, unless specified.

Travel is valid 12 months from date of purchase.  Reservations are subject to availability. Certificates cannot be replaced if lost, stolen or destroyed.  All packages have a no refund policy.