Episode Summary

Ava shares her 72-hour San Francisco adventure blending wine education, city exploration, and short-distance travel in this travel talk episode. The trip served multiple purposes: attending a sommelier deductive tasting workshop, exploring the city with her partner, and embracing the concept of local travel from her California home base.

She makes a compelling case for short-distance travel, reflecting on how moving to California has shifted her perspective from seeking far-flung destinations to appreciating what's closer to home. Perhaps even inspiring your own short-distance travels in 2026.

Ava shares travel tips and recommendations for spending a weekend in San Francisco, California that balances exploration with relaxation. The two-day itinerary features a Saturday stroll through North Beach and a visit to SFMOMA, a life-changing chocolate almond croissant, a Golden Gate Park sit, a memorable first (and maybe last) Waymo ride, and of course - plenty of dining recommendations. And, the trip culminates with an intensive day of wine education, where Ava blind-tasted 20 wines as part of her sommelier certification journey.

Whether you're planning your own short-distance adventure, a visit to San Francisco, or even start your own sommelier journey, this episode offers plenty of ideas to spark your next adventure.