United States is one of the top holiday destinations among the tourist. One of the popular destinations in United States is the San Francisco city. It is located in a hilly city in northern California and surrounded by San Francisco Bay and the Pacific Ocean. The city is very well-known with its iconic Golden Gate Bridge. It also offers many natural and modern attractions. Hence, it is popular with many tourists all around the world. San Francisco also offers many attractions such as its architectures, cultural, education centres, arts, food and more. San Francisco is one of the most diverse cities in the United States. It offers beautiful panoramic landscapes, hilly terrain, great cultural diversity and many popular restaurants.

Best time to fly from Tacloban to San Francisco

Many tourists visit San Francisco during the summer season for the sun, sand and surf activities. However, this is also the peak season and wherever you go, tourist attractions will be extremely crowded. Hence, the ideal time to visit San Francisco is from September to November during the autumn season. During this period, the weather is still warm and the crowds are less. The spring season also displays pleasant weather for a visit. December to January offer a lot of exciting activity such as whale watching and spotting thousands of monarch butterflies. You are welcoming with breathtaking fireworks during the winter celebration of New Year.

Main airports available in Tacloban and San Francisco

Daniel Z. Romualdez Airport – Daniel Z. Romualdez Airport is an airport located in the city of Tacloban. It is classified as a Class 1 principal (major domestic) airport. It was named from a former speaker in the Philippine House of Representatives, Daniel Z. Romualdez. It is also known as Tacloban City Airport. It is located around 12 kilometres from the city’s centre. It is the main gateway from Manila and Cebu to the Eastern Visayas Region in central east Philippines. It also connects the city of Tacloban to other cities in the Philippines and around the world. It is the third rapid growing airport in the Philippines. It was rebuilt back after the tragedy of Typhoon Haiyan that hit this city in 2013. It is a single-story airport that makes it more comfortable and quicker for passengers to move. It has many facilities like restaurants, money changer counter, free Wi-Fi and shops inside the airport. Besides, there are many public transportations available in this airport for everyone to use here daily. 

San Francisco International Airport – San Francisco International Airport is the largest airport in San Francisco. It is located 21 kilometres south of San Francisco downtown and serves as a commercial airport for the Bay Area of California. It is the second busiest airport in California and it connects the city of San Francisco to many locations throughout North America, Europe and Asia. There are around 60 local and international airlines operating in San Francisco Airport, including Philippine Airline. Public transportations are readily available from the airport and there are many options available like the train, bus services, airport limousines and taxis. Also, there are direct flights from the Philippines to San Francisco available via Philippine Airlines.

Climate pattern in Tacloban and San Francisco

San Francisco has a humid Mediterranean climate and influenced by the cool Pacific Ocean currents. Variation of temperature across the year is usually not too drastic and relatively stable. Summer in San Francisco is mild and dry with a temperature of 16 degrees centigrade on average. The temperature during winter is also moderate, about 10 degrees on average. Rainy season happens from December to February while snowfall can be considered to be very rare in this city.

Highlights attractions in San Francisco

San Francisco Zoo - The city zoo has evolved from an old-fashioned style of the zoo to more humane style of animal keeping where the creatures are housed within recreated natural habitats. The Children's Zoo, which located inside the San Francisco Zoo, offers children to pet the animals and feed them.

Exploratorium - Exploratorium is an interesting attraction, especially for those travelling with families. Visitors will experience science and art exploration within this public learning laboratory among the activities that visitors can get involved, including science demonstrations and various interactive unusual exhibits. Admission fee varies between USD 19.95 to 29.95 (1,034 to 1,552 PHP) according to the age categories. The museum is opened to the public from Tuesday to Sunday. 

Golden Gate Park - If visitors want to get a good spot to see and take pictures of the Golden Gate Bridge, Golden Gate Park is one of the main lookout points. There are many attractions located within this park-like Strybing Arboretum, Golden Gate Park Windmill & Tulips, Conservatory of Flowers and the Golden Gate Aquarium. California Academy of Sciences and De Young Museum are also worth of visit. It is also located near the Golden Gate Park. Children will be entertained at the Golden Gate Playground - Koret Children's Quarter and Carousel. You can choose to take the Segway, Electric Scooter or Biking Tours to ease your tour around the park and to see the spectacular view of the city.