GrassRoutes Guidebooks

Oakland: The Soul of the City Next Door

Oakland, California has more to offer than anyone would have guessed. From a vibrant underground music and art scene to the most straight ahead sustainable restaurants and businesses, it should not be missed on a vacation to the Bay Area. Oakland has a rich history marked by a welcoming spirit and the most ethnically diverse population in the United States. This ground-breaking guide is the first in Serena Bartlett's new travel series. The beauty of the natural habitats, cultural celebration and flavors of this city are brought to the written page for the first time. Come travel with her, using your GrassRoutes Travel Guide. This travel guide includes 35 maps and illustrations, and travel tips for every kind of trip. It features sustainable, local businesses so you can give back to the community. Designed both for locals and travelers alike, this guide incorporates a multiplicity of experiences for every age and economic status.
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Portland: New View of the Rosy City

Portland, Oregon has a vibrant arts and culture scene, stemming from its beautiful riverside downtown. First rate theaters, film festivals, microbreweries and galleries are tucked away in a city with a neighborhood feel. World class restaurants abound. It is also a perfect vantage point to explore the great outdoors, with beautiful mountains, gushing rivers and breathtaking views from a plentiful network of hiking trails. The people have a natural consciousness for sustainability, and their wide array of businesses reflect this mentality.
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San Francisco: New View of Yerba Buena

In many ways San Francisco represents the American Dream in Technicolor, and people still come here to reach for it. San Francisco is a place where you can walk out of your door and find the whole world working towards greatness all in one place. The best chefs, the most famous artists, the most read authors, adored politicians, world-class musicians, the most unique of the eccentrics, the most savvy of businessmen-- no one can walk away from this city without finding a part of themselves here.
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Olympia: The Sound of the City Next Door

Although Olympia is so small that it can just barely be called a city, with its small size it has moved mountains and set a strong example for success in quality education, environmental policy, and awareness of the state of the Earth. Talking to strangers is common practice, and a small but thriving arts culture brings a great number of film, graffiti, theater, and, of course, music lovers together to showcase their works. Olympia is a place that has made living with the planet a daily mantra, without sacrificing economic concerns or cultural activities. 200 Pages, Printed on 100% Recycled Paper .
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