The 10 Best US Travel Gems of 2015

The culture of San Francisco has spilled over into neighboring Oakland and taken on a life of its own. "Brooklyn by the Bay," as it's known by some, has an amazing food scene, along with can't-miss Art Murmur events and art showcases on Telegraph Avenue each first Friday of the month.

The weather in Oakland is typically warmer and sunnier than in San Francisco, so farmers markets and days by Lake Merritt are almost always an option for travelers and residents alike to enjoy. The diverse city is packed with amazing food trucks and reasonably priced restaurants, and the local history is surprisingly rich.