https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/tags/tag/san francisco/ San Francisco News en Breaking Travel News Copyright 2026 2026-04-19T09:21:26+00:00 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/stay-cool-in-san-francisco-with-hot-summer-promotions/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/stay-cool-in-san-francisco-with-hot-summer-promotions/ There’s a reason Mark Twain is still incorrectly quoted as saying “the coldest winter I ever spent was a summer in San Francisco.” While other parts of the country are sweltering, average summertime highs in San Francisco range from 60 to 70 degrees Fahrenheit, making the City by the Bay a refreshing escape from the heat. Mon, 24 Jun 2024 06:59:58 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/accors-handwritten-collection-makes-u.s.-debut-with-hotel-stratford-san-fra/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/accors-handwritten-collection-makes-u.s.-debut-with-hotel-stratford-san-fra/ San Francisco welcomes the inaugural U.S. location of Accor’s Handwritten Collection brand with Hotel Stratford, owned and operated by Frame Ventures. Situated in the vibrant Union Square, the European-style boutique hotel offers 94 elegantly refurbished rooms and introduces Navé, a lively café/bar. Wed, 08 May 2024 06:11:34 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/san-franciscos-vibrant-street-art/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/san-franciscos-vibrant-street-art/ Street art has a long history in San Francisco that dates back to the 1800s and has played an important part in the city’s art scene, culture, and political activism. Nestled amidst the eclectic neighborhoods and bustling streets of San Francisco lies a treasure trove of vibrant murals, thought-provoking graffiti, and captivating street art installations. Sun, 14 Apr 2024 06:52:28 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/emerging-tech-inspires-a-new-wave-of-premieres-in-san-francisco-this-year/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/emerging-tech-inspires-a-new-wave-of-premieres-in-san-francisco-this-year/ San Francisco’s cultural heart beats just a few blocks from ‘Cerebral Valley,’ a nickname coined last year for the Hayes Valley neighborhood following an influx of Artificial Intelligence (AI) start-up activity. Civic Center is home to the city’s most established performing arts institutions—America’s oldest professional ballet company, San Francisco Ballet, the 101-year-old San Francisco Opera, and the 112-year-old San Francisco Symphony. Tue, 30 Jan 2024 06:54:48 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/new-flight-from-los-angeles-and-san-francisco-to-chiang-mai-thailand/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/new-flight-from-los-angeles-and-san-francisco-to-chiang-mai-thailand/ The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) Los Angeles in collaboration with STARLUX Airlines, is excited to announce the launch of flights from Los Angeles and San Francisco to Chiang Mai, a captivating cultural destination in Thailand. Starting January 16th, STARLUX Airlines, renowned for their premium service will provide convenient access to the vibrant region of Northern Thailand. Sun, 21 Jan 2024 07:12:05 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/with-new-michelin-honors-san-francisco-retains-its-culinary-crown/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/with-new-michelin-honors-san-francisco-retains-its-culinary-crown/ Last week’s prestigious 2023 MICHELIN Guide California awards made one thing clear: San Francisco remains the culinary capital of the Golden State. The City by the Bay boasts 27 Michelin-starred restaurants, and the San Francisco Bay Area is now home to 50 of the 87 California restaurants awarded Michelin stars. Tue, 25 Jul 2023 06:42:27 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/tap-celebrate-four-years-of-flying-to-san-francisco/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/tap-celebrate-four-years-of-flying-to-san-francisco/ Direct flights from Lisbon began on 10 June 2019. Customers can connect onwards to California from Lisbon for as little as £390 return* Mon, 12 Jun 2023 11:12:40 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/canopy-by-hilton-announces-san-francisco-debut/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/canopy-by-hilton-announces-san-francisco-debut/ Golden Gate City’s newest lifestyle hotel boasts a stunning rooftop lounge and draws design inspiration from the local neighborhood Mon, 22 May 2023 04:54:54 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/four-seasons-hotel-san-francisco-welcomes-aaron-feeney-as-director-of-marke/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/four-seasons-hotel-san-francisco-welcomes-aaron-feeney-as-director-of-marke/ Four Seasons Hotel San Francisco has announced that hospitality veteran Aaron Feeney has been appointed Director of Marketing. Sat, 15 Apr 2023 08:00:35 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/oceania-cruises-offers-free-land-programs-on-featured-2023-itineraries/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/oceania-cruises-offers-free-land-programs-on-featured-2023-itineraries/ For a limited time, Oceania Cruises, the world’s leading culinary- and destination-focused cruise line, invites guests on select 2023 voyages to delve deeper into the world’s most exotic destinations and treasured wonders with its Free Land Program. Tue, 04 Oct 2022 05:51:00 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/san-francisco-experiments-with-climate-tourism/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/san-francisco-experiments-with-climate-tourism/ An unexpected destination is emphasizing its own famously cool temperatures as an incentive to stop there on your next cross-country trip. That destination is San Francisco — which has the advantages of a moderate climate combined with all of the amenities of a large city. Sun, 04 Sep 2022 07:34:48 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/visitor-volume-to-san-francisco-forecasted-to-reach-21.5-million-in-2022/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/visitor-volume-to-san-francisco-forecasted-to-reach-21.5-million-in-2022/ The San Francisco Travel Association, the official destination marketing organisation for the City and County of San Francisco, forecasted marked increases in visitor volume, visitor spending, group business and hotel occupancy this year compared to 2021 at its Annual Visitor and Lodging Forecast Forum held today at Yerba Buena Center for the Arts Sat, 27 Aug 2022 10:49:21 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/san-francisco-international-airport-prepares-for-british-return/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/san-francisco-international-airport-prepares-for-british-return/ San Francisco International Airport has marked the long-awaited return of Brits to its arrivals hall by producing a tongue-in-cheek ‘welcome back’ video. Tue, 09 Nov 2021 09:43:13 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/san-francisco-unveils-tourism-reopening-plans/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/san-francisco-unveils-tourism-reopening-plans/ Since the start of September, the city has been moving forwards with a phased reopening process for certain activities, usually at a more gradual pace than the rest of the state. Tue, 08 Sep 2020 05:44:57 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/united-airlines-to-launch-dublin-san-francisco-flights-in-june/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/united-airlines-to-launch-dublin-san-francisco-flights-in-june/ United Airlines has announced it will launch a new daily non-stop service from Dublin to its hub at San Francisco International Airport, beginning June 6th. Fri, 20 Dec 2019 09:16:03 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/harvey-milk-terminal-1-opens-in-san-francisco/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/harvey-milk-terminal-1-opens-in-san-francisco/ The first airport terminal in the world named after a member of the LGBTQ+ community, it has floor-to-ceiling windows that darken and lighten according to sunlight as well as circular openings in the ceiling - called oculi - that let light in. Tue, 23 Jul 2019 05:34:23 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/four-seasons-hotels-to-add-second-san-francisco-property/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/four-seasons-hotels-to-add-second-san-francisco-property/ Four Seasons Hotels & Resorts has been selected by an affiliate of Westbrook Partners to manage its hotel in the 345 California Centre building in San Francisco’s financial district. Tue, 18 Jun 2019 07:13:13 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/san-francisco-appoints-hills-balfour-to-uk-representative-role/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/san-francisco-appoints-hills-balfour-to-uk-representative-role/ Following a competitive pitch process, the company was awarded the two-year contract due to its in-depth US knowledge and extensive industry experience in marketing destinations across the globe to a UK audience. Tue, 19 Mar 2019 09:53:23 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/tap-to-launch-lisbon-san-francisco-connections-in-june/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/tap-to-launch-lisbon-san-francisco-connections-in-june/ San Francisco will be the TAP’s eighth destination in North America and the third new destination for TAP in the United States next year. Wed, 19 Dec 2018 09:24:46 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/four-seasons-unveils-plans-for-private-residences-development-in-san-franci/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/four-seasons-unveils-plans-for-private-residences-development-in-san-franci/ Slated for completion in 2020, Four Seasons Private Residences at 706 Mission Street, San Francisco, will combine spacious living and distinctive elegance with legendary Four Seasons personalised services. Wed, 05 Dec 2018 14:16:31 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/united-airlines-unveils-polaris-lounge-at-san-francisco-international-airpo/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/united-airlines-unveils-polaris-lounge-at-san-francisco-international-airpo/ Beginning April 30th, customers traveling in United Polaris, the airline’s international premium cabin travel experience, will be able to relax and dine prior to their travels or refresh upon arrival in the new United Polaris lounge at San Francisco International Airport conveniently located in the International Terminal near Gate G92. Fri, 27 Apr 2018 08:44:54 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/hong-kong-airlines-touches-down-in-san-francisco/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/hong-kong-airlines-touches-down-in-san-francisco/ Hong Kong Airlines has celebrated the launch of its new A350 service to San Francisco. The City by the Bay becomes the airline’s third destination in North America, following the successful launch of services to Vancouver and Los Angeles in 2017. Mon, 26 Mar 2018 07:03:39 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/focus/article/breaking-travel-news-investigates-usa-highway-1-from-santa-barbra-to-san-fr/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/focus/article/breaking-travel-news-investigates-usa-highway-1-from-santa-barbra-to-san-fr/ Having visited both Los Angeles and Las Vegas on a road trip through the American west, Billie Hakansson and her father Mark here embark on the final stage of their tour, along Highway 1 on route to San Francisco. Fri, 16 Jun 2017 12:09:33 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/norwegian-to-launch-long-haul-transatlantic-flights-from-rome/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/norwegian-to-launch-long-haul-transatlantic-flights-from-rome/ Norwegian has announced it will launch flights from Rome to three cities in the United States – Los Angeles, New York City/Newark and Oakland/San Francisco from November. Wed, 31 May 2017 11:47:06 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/fta-awards-san-francisco-75m-for-rapid-transit-project/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/fta-awards-san-francisco-75m-for-rapid-transit-project/ The US department of transportation’s Federal Transit Administration has awarded $75 million in federal grant funds for construction of the Van Ness Bus Rapid Transit Project in San Francisco. The project is designed to significantly improve transit service in one of the busiest bus corridors in the city. Tue, 03 Jan 2017 09:43:11 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/british-airways-to-launch-gatwick-oakland-flights-in-spring-2017/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/british-airways-to-launch-gatwick-oakland-flights-in-spring-2017/ British Airways is launching a new service to Oakland, San Francisco Bay on March 28th, 2017. It will be the airline’s first route from Gatwick to California, and its fifth service from London to the ‘Golden State’. Oakland offers close connections to world-famous landmarks including Napa Valley, Carmel and Yosemite national park. Wed, 02 Nov 2016 08:56:16 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/finnair-to-launch-new-route-to-san-francisco-for-summer-2017/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/finnair-to-launch-new-route-to-san-francisco-for-summer-2017/ In line with its growth strategy, Finnair has announced that it will open a new seasonal route from Helsinki to San Francisco in June 2017, operating three weekly flights between both cities from June 1st to September 30th. The flights will be operated on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Sundays. Tue, 27 Sep 2016 10:02:50 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/united-airlines-to-launch-longest-commercial-flight-on-san-francisco-singap/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/united-airlines-to-launch-longest-commercial-flight-on-san-francisco-singap/ United Airlines will introduce daily non-stop flights between its San Francisco International Airport hub and Singapore’s Changi Airport, from June 1st, 2016, subject to government approval. United will be the first airline to offer nonstop service between San Francisco and Singapore, and this will be the only non-stop service to the US from Singapore. Fri, 29 Jan 2016 09:40:09 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/mtc-and-511-release-2012-edition-of-getting-there-on-transit-guide/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/mtc-and-511-release-2012-edition-of-getting-there-on-transit-guide/ The Metropolitan Transportation Commission (MTC) and its 511 Traveler Information Service have released the 2012 edition of the Getting There on Transit guide. Mon, 17 Sep 2012 03:00:16 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/stockton-and-ellis-street-entrance-of-powell-street-station-to-close-august/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/stockton-and-ellis-street-entrance-of-powell-street-station-to-close-august/ The San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency (SFMTA), which oversees transportation in the city, including the Municipal Railway (Muni), today announced that the entrance to the Powell Street Muni Metro/BART Station located at Stockton and Ellis streets will close August 27. Thu, 23 Aug 2012 03:00:44 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/bart-expands-distribution-sites-for-senior-clipper-cards/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/bart-expands-distribution-sites-for-senior-clipper-cards/ BART is expanding the number of locations throughout the Bay Area that can accept applications and issue discounted Clipper cards In an effort to make the all-in-one transit cards more accessible to senior citizens. Wed, 25 Jul 2012 03:00:00 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/brits-lead-san-francisco-tourism-boom/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/brits-lead-san-francisco-tourism-boom/ The San Francisco Travel Association, the official tourism marketing organisation for the City and County of San Francisco, has announced the city welcomed 2,872,000 international visitors in 2011, an increase of nearly ten percent over 2010. The figure also represents an increase of nearly 30 per cent over 2009. Fri, 29 Jun 2012 06:43:52 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/westfield-san-francisco-centre-thowcases-the-citys-architectural-heritage/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/westfield-san-francisco-centre-thowcases-the-citys-architectural-heritage/ Westfield San Francisco Centre is a member of the San Francisco Travel Association, the U.S. Travel Association, the National Tour Association and the Shop America Alliance. Thu, 24 May 2012 23:30:13 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/sfmta-board-approves-two-year-budget/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/sfmta-board-approves-two-year-budget/ The Board of Directors of the San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency (SFMTA), which oversees all transportation in the city, including the Municipal Railway (Muni), approved the Agency’s two-year budget for Fiscal Year (FY) 2013 and FY 2014. Fri, 20 Apr 2012 21:00:33 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/central-subway-project-moves-forward-on-chinatown-station/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/central-subway-project-moves-forward-on-chinatown-station/ The San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency (SFMTA), which manages transportation in the City, today announced that the Agency has completed the acquisition of the property that will be the future home of the Central Subway’s Chinatown Station. Starting today, the property, located at 933-949 Stockton Street, will be secured, signage will be removed and a decorative vinyl wrap will be applied along Stockton and Washington streets. Thu, 01 Mar 2012 00:00:48 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/san-francisco-launches-innovative-muni-history-exhibit-to-celebrate-100-yea/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/san-francisco-launches-innovative-muni-history-exhibit-to-celebrate-100-yea/ New First of its Kind “Treasures from the Muni Archive” Exhibit Showcases San Francisco’s Historic Past During Muni’s Centennial. Wed, 29 Feb 2012 18:00:44 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/san-francisco-a-spring-fling/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/san-francisco-a-spring-fling/ Spring doesn’t arrive until March 20. San Francisco already has a case of “spring fever” though, and there’s plenty to make green fingers itch: Sat, 18 Feb 2012 02:30:34 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/san-francisco-port-commission-votes-for-new-terminal/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/san-francisco-port-commission-votes-for-new-terminal/ The five-member San Francisco Port Commission has voted unanimously to approve the construction of a new cruise terminal at Pier 27. The project will meet growing needs of San Francisco’s cruise business and provide platform for 2013 America’s Cup Races, officials said earlier. Tue, 20 Dec 2011 12:27:30 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/diana-ross-to-make-first-san-francisco-appearance-since-1969/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/diana-ross-to-make-first-san-francisco-appearance-since-1969/ The City by the Bay is eagerly anticipating the triumphant return of one of the American music industry’s most enduring and beloved artists. Mon, 25 Jul 2011 09:57:35 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/san-francisco-expected-to-generate-350-million-from-hosting-pow-wow/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/san-francisco-expected-to-generate-350-million-from-hosting-pow-wow/ Organisers of International Pow Wow estimate that hosting the influential travel convention in San Francisco will generate an extra $350 million from tourism for the city over the next three years. Around 3,500 exhibitors and 450 media attended this year’s event. Wed, 25 May 2011 17:01:05 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/bts08-Carroll-Heavisides-head-of-corporate-sales-Jet-Airways/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/bts08-Carroll-Heavisides-head-of-corporate-sales-Jet-Airways/ Breaking Travel News interviews Carroll Heavisides, head of corporate sales for Jet Airways talks about new routes to Shanghai and San Francisco. It is one of the fastest expanding airlines in the world. The interview was conducted at the Business Travel Show, Earls Court, London. Mon, 17 Mar 2008 16:21:30 +0000