Attraction - Chinatown [San Francisco] Review

Not amazing

3*

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There are definitely bigger and better 'Chinatowns'. San Francisco seemed a little deserted and it's layout wasn't the most convenient for walking (relatively narrow paths). However, I was able to find an item I was looking for (a used Californian licence plate) among all of the souvenirs and unique items that are on offer. I think there were also many Chinese restaurants, however we were not in the area long enough to look in, or indeed eat at one.

https://www.tripadvisor.co.uk/ShowUserReviews-g60713-d108679-r745300182-Chinatown-San_Francisco_California.html

Accommodation - Inn on Broadway [San Francisco] Review

Sketchy

2*

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This was certainly not our favourite hotel/motel on our trip, but it was by no means the worst. We arrived late at night and the receptionist unlocked (this was the first hint it wasn't situated in the most welcoming of areas) door. Check in was simple and they required a credit/debit card for incidentals. The lift was then out of order, however the receptionist did help us carry our bags up the two flights of stairs.

Upon entering the room, the smell of marijuana was palpable. This smell never left the room but you just adapted to it. The room, other than the smell, was actually fairly clean. It was also very spacious and the bed was large. There were great amenities like a microwave, large fridge and a TV with lots of channels. There was no safe however. The heating was excellent and the shower was okay.

Unfortunately housekeeping was not great, 2 of the 5 nights we stayed, housekeeping didn't attend our room despite our door having the 'maid requested' sign visible for the majority of the day. When they did clean the room however, it was completed to a very high standard.

The location of the motel is also good, there are buses all around and it is walkable to Fisherman's Wharf and even downtown if you're active! Despite the motel having lots of 'extra' safety features and the previous comment, the area during the day felt pretty safe.

If I returned to San Francisco on a budget then I would consider staying here again, however if I returned on a one-off then I would probably look for somewhere that was a bit more pricey.

https://www.tripadvisor.co.uk/ShowUserReviews-g60713-d119661-r745297930-Inn_on_Broadway-San_Francisco_California.html

Attraction - Kiama Blowhole Review

Fun day out

4*

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We visited during the 2019-2020 bushfires and as such the attraction was not busy at all; far fewer people than usual. As it was not busy we therefore had a great view of the blowhole and lots of space to explore the surrounding area. The blowhole was cool and apparently it is active all the time which is strange as I thought it may change with the tides etc. The adjacent area is also nice to explore with lots of rock pools and great sea views. I would certainly suggest visiting, however if venturing out onto the rocks beyond the blowhole I would recommend good footwear and high levels of caution as it can be quite dangerous!

https://www.tripadvisor.co.uk/ShowUserReviews-g528977-d2403088-r752035732-Kiama_Blowhole-Kiama_Kiama_Municipality_New_South_Wales.html#REVIEWS