December 2014/January 2015 91 TK TK TK TK TK TK TK TK TK TK TK TK TENAYA LODGE AT YOSEMITE. 1122 Highway 41, Fish Camp, CA. 877- 313-2711. www.tenayalodge.com. Bring the family this holiday season and join in the traditions at Tenaya Lodge at Yosemite, beginning with the lighting of Tenaya’s 35-foot, wild-harvested lobby Christmas tree. Tenaya rolls out a veritable winter wonderland with Gingerbread House Workshops, horse-drawn sleigh rides and outdoor ice skating. Holiday packages include Kids Dinner with Santa and S’more Ice Skating. And ring in the New Year in High Sierra style with a lobster and filet mignon dinner, hosted bar and dancing to live music featuring an “Impressions That ROCK!” show by renowned Las Vegas entertainer and expert impressionist Greg London. Experience Yosemite’s inspiring vistas, the serenity of the wooded surroundings of the Sierras and the iconic scenery – and create new family traditions for the holidays or any time of year. RECREATION GARROD FARMS 22647 Garrod Road, Saratoga, CA. 408/867-9527. www.garrodfarms.com. Situated in the stunning foothills of the Santa Cruz Mountains, Garrod Farms presents an idyllic setting for horseback riding and lessons. Whether you’re seeking a pleasant day out with the kids or wish to learn the art of riding, the talented staff at Garrod Farms can assist. Little ones will love the pony rides, while grown-ups will marvel at the spectacular views on guided trail rides through vineyards and enjoy wine tasting at the ride’s end. Serious equestrians may wish to take advantage of the private or group lessons in English or Western riding, or just enjoy many of the beautiful horse breeds on the property. Garrod Farms offers memorable experiences year-round, and a gift certificate to the farm would make an excellent holiday present. K1 SPEED 2925 Mead Ave., Santa Clara, CA. 408/338-0579. www.k1speed.com. For motorsports enthusiasts who would like to try European-style go-kart racing, K1 Speed offers lots of great options this holiday season. With locations in the San Jose, Sunnyvale, Silicon Valley and Palo Alto areas, the electric indoor go-kart center provides a unique and fun way to spend time with friends and family. The hightech indoor kart track lets novices and experienced drivers alike have an authentic racing experience as they approach speeds of up to 45 mph in 20-horsepower electric karts. For those who wish to become exceptional racers, K1 offers kart-racing classes as well as adult and junior racing leagues. The center is open to the public seven days a week and also makes an excellent spot for corporate outings, children’s birthday parties and high-speed family holiday fun. STOCKING STUFFERS SOUTH BAY ACCENT 950 S. Bascom Ave., Suite 3110, San Jose, CA. 408/244-5100. southbayaccent. com. Give a gift that keeps giving all year long: a subscription to South Bay Accent! Each issue is packed with all the best of our dynamic region — from local personalities, trends, food, arts and entertainment to travel, fashion, home design, health and business. For more than 35 years, readers have dipped into our pages to discover new and exciting things to learn, places to see and experiences to remember. In every issue, our inclusive, two-month Calendar offers more than 150 great reasons to get out and about, and our popular Dining Guide points the way to tons of notable restaurants for every appetite and budget. This holiday, surprise a friend with a subscription to South Bay Accent, the perfect present for every season! n
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