I've flown through Sacramento International Airport quite a few times over the years, and it's…read moreconsistently been one of the easiest airports to navigate. On this trip, I was flying in to pick up the rest of my belongings, along with my daughter and our dog, before our family's final move. Even with a busy travel day, everything went smoothly. The airport was clean, well organized, and easy to get around, from baggage claim to the pickup area. I was also pleasantly surprised to see the renovations and updates to the food area in Terminal B. The refreshed space feels much more modern and inviting, with a great variety of dining options whether you're grabbing a quick coffee, a snack, or a full meal before your flight. It's a noticeable improvement that makes spending time in the terminal much more enjoyable. One thing I've always appreciated about SMF is that it strikes a nice balance between being a major airport and still feeling manageable. The terminals are spacious, the signage is clear, and getting around is simple, even if it's your first time flying through. Sacramento will always hold a special place in my heart, so this visit was a bittersweet one as I wrapped up the final chapter of my move. Even so, the airport made this last trip a smooth and pleasant experience. If you're flying through Northern California, Sacramento International Airport is an airport I'd happily recommend.

SACRAMENTO INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT @ SACRAMENTO…read more This was my first time flying through Sacramento International Airport, and overall I had a pretty good experience. One of the first things you'll notice is the giant red rabbit sculpture in the main area, which is definitely a fun and unique feature of the airport. I flew out of Terminal B with Alaska Airlines. My return flight was delayed, but it honestly wasn't too bad. The airport feels spacious, and there wasn't much traffic or congestion while I was there. The bathrooms were clean, and there was a decent variety of food options throughout the terminal. The one downside was the lounge. I would honestly give it a 0/10. The line was incredibly long, and it didn't seem worth the wait unless you're arriving several hours before your flight. We ended up skipping it altogether. One thing I noticed is that the bathrooms can be a little difficult to find since they aren't as visible or frequent as in some other airports, but they are spread throughout the terminal. Overall, Sacramento International Airport provided a solid travel experience. It was clean, easy to navigate, and much less hectic than many larger airports. I would definitely fly through here again.

Taking a little short trip…read more Oakland Airport Great airport. Easy parking and not too long wait for security. Very clean and staff was all very nice. A must try airport.

NICE EXCEPT FOR POWER OUTLETS: Located in terminal 1 between…read moregates 8 and 8a. We arrived mid afternoon on Monday and the lounge was perhaps half to one third full. Food was Ok. Free drinks included coffee, tea, and soda and there was a carafe of water and of lemonade and one of cranberry juice. Free alcoholic drinks consisted of red and white wine. The DOWN SIDE was that less than half of the power outlets worked and some of those that did work the plugs were so worn out that my power plug literally fell out of the outlet. Anyways 4 star experience down rated to 3 stars because of this.

Great local airport with a gas station and two service buildings. Tie down is daily or monthly and…read morevery reasonable. There is open and covered parking. Turn left past the rusted farm equipment on Airport Road and park under the shoe trees. When you smell the cows you have found the right place!

This is a great regional airport! Easy to navigate, lots of quality food/beverage options and very…read morefriendly staff. Definitely a much better alternative to the busy SFO or OAK airports, especially if you need access to the north bay area. First, parking outside is super easy. There is a short term parking area that's free and the long-term parking is very affordable. Secondly, There are push carts available to move your stuff to the ticketing desk from the curb to the counter. Thirdly, There are only a few airlines that service this airport so none of the interior is complicated to use and navigate. I generally like the food options. They have several food concepts and coffee bars inside. There's even a wine bar! There are also upscale vending machines with nice items available for purchase. I really prefer to fly in and out of this airport when I travel to Northern California. The Snoopy decor is a delightful welcome, and the atmosphere is generally fairly light and lively. Check it out!

First time flying out of Charles M Schulz - Sonoma County Airport…read more Me and my wife were so use to flying out of OAK and SFO and I'll admit that we were at fault for arriving late prior to boarding. This was a lesson well learned. The airport is small and makes going through TSA fast and easy. We had an Alaska flight booked for Las Vegas and when we arrived approximately 40 minutes prior to boarding, the agent at the Alaska check in desk told us we were too late and that we may need to rebook for a 4:30 PM flight instead of our flight that was slated to depart at 1:10PM. That put a damper on our mood and raised our stress level for sure. Again, the blame was on us for arriving late. We went through TSA and had two of our bags flagged and had to remove all of the items from our suitcase as it was too big to fit through the scanner which stressed us out even more. With 3 minutes left until the gate closed, we met with Desmond, an Alaska Airlines agent who informed us we were too late and we should had never been let through. Despite the inconvenience we caused, Desmond did their job with a smile on their face and told us next time to arrive earlier to ensure there were no issues. Desmond allowed us to go past and board the plane. This is quality and exemplary customer service. Thank you so much Desmond despite the inconvenience we caused.

I always loved this little airport. Always so clean So many…read moreinteresting people. I even learned to fly a plane here. My two sons also took flying lessons here. My folks loved the restaurant at this airport. It was so unique because the chef would put a big river rock on top of the steak to cook it through. Never seen that done before. Besides steaks, lots of other delicious choices. I really like this place.

Today was my first time landing and departing from Napa…read more The PROS: They have three runways and able to accommodate the always blowing and changing winds. The ramps, especially the one in front of the Napa Flight Center is well paved and maintained. The CONS: Not a radar equipped facility. I was handed off to Napa's tower and asked for location and altitude. Kind of the last thing I need to worry about on my final approach into the airport. When departing, I was asked to depart on 28L which is just over 2,500 feet long. When I'm flying solo, it's not really an issue but, with a full load and passengers, I need and would like a runway over 3,500 feet. Because they are not a radar equipped airport, I couldn't request a VFR departure. I had to wait until I was airborne and radio Oakland Center with my flight following request. Napa's a nice airport but, I think a bit behind the times. A city like Napa, with it's clientele deserve more and better.

A nice rural airport with excellent infrastructure - a long & wide good-condition runway with PAPI…read moreand GPS approaches on both end of runways. There is not a lot of traffic in the vicinity besides some parachute jumping activities. Typically the jumper airplane would use runway 16 even when the wind is mildly from the north. So keep a close ear on the CTAF and announce your intention on it. You can pick up flight following with Travis approach on 126.6 once you're airborne and they can help transition you either to the south to Norcal or to the north to Oakland Center. There is also a FBO onsite - Davis Flight Support - which makes this airport a nice stop for us.

Perfect little airport…read more The Stockton Metro Airport might just be the most convenient airport there is. If you drive yourself there, you will see two large parking lots where they offer paid overnight parking. There are plenty of spots available so there is no need to arrive extremely early to hunt for an open spot. There is a kiosk inside where you can conveniently pay for parking when you wait for your belongings at baggage claim. This is definitely not an airport where you have to follow the general rule of showing up two hours early. I have shown up less than 30 minutes from boarding time and made it to the gate with plenty of time to spare. If you do decide to come early and have daytime/early evening flight, you can stop by the small restaurant for a bite. Since the only flights out of STK Airport are to Phoenix and Las Vegas, the majority of travelers don't check a bag. This makes the bag check line super short and quick. The TSA line also goes by super quickly. There is only one agent to check IDs, but there is never any hold up. Even through the government shutdown, I experienced no TSA delays. For travelers with TSA Pre-Check, you'll likely be the only person in line and will get through even quicker. It only takes a few moments to get through the security clearance before you're greeted by a large waiting area and bar. The waiting area by the gates is quite spacious. Right before the flight boards, it can get quite packed but there are typically still seats available. The intercom system is awful. It sounds like static. If you pay attention or sit closer to the gate, it shouldn't be an issue though. The bar is the perfect addition, especially before Vegas flights. Many people taking that weekend night flight to Vegas uses the bar as a pre-game for their night out. Don't expect to sleep on those flights, they're super rowdy! The drinks at the airport bar are typical for airport prices. We got three drinks for $27. The bar, of course, is limited on what they can make due to their few ingredients. My margarita was made with mixer and had nothing on the rim. Despite being super busy, the bartender got the drinks out super fast. He ran that bar by himself like the military and with style. He slid the drinks across the bar top giving everyone a little show too. Because the departing flight is directly dependent on the flight coming in, there are sometimes small flight delays. They have to deboard everyone and do a quick pass through to let everyone else on which can take a while. Despite what you may think about Allegiant Airlines itself, this is a fantastic airport, especially for those wanting a weekend getaway or a connection to a larger airport.

The place was empty. No one to ask questions. I wanted to check luggage size because my carry on…read morewas about an inch too big and I didn't know if I would have to check it and pay extra or not. Waited about 15 minutes in case they were at lunch. No one showed up so I drove back to Modesto. I will just get a smaller bag

We were out for a drive and had always been curious about the Base so we stopped at the gate to ask…read moreabout touring. The staff at the gate were stern but helpful and personable. They told us there was a museum but we had to obtain a pass from the Visitor's Center. So off to the Center we went. The older gentleman working the desk at the Center wasn't helpful or friendly. He didn't greet us when we walked in, and had a stuffy attitude during the conversation as if we had no business there and weren't entitled to information. His answers were short and he wasn't forthcoming. We asked about a pass to tour the museum. He asked for our driver's licenses. After giving them to him he said the museum was closed that day. He returned our licenses and just looked at us. I asked if there were other areas we could tour (since we were there). His response was "you need a sponsor." I said, a sponsor? He said yes, with a military ID. Ok but that didn't answer the question and it was obvious he wasn't encouraging of "visitors" so we just left. I left wondering why have a Visitor's Center staffed by someone who couldn't care less about visitor's?

Travis is one of the largest Air Force Bases in the US. It's home to our largest military cargo…read moreairlift aircraft and with that comes the need for lots of real estate and... wait, I'm hearing the lyrics to a song: "Oh, give me land, lots of land under starry skies above, Don't fence me in." Yes, lots of land but sorry, land that's also very well fenced in. Advice: contact Pass & ID prior to your visit to get your requirements down and the location of the visitor's control gate. This will save you some time and possible grief. It can also be a long drive if you show up at the wrong entrance. Travis moves supplies, cargo, and equipment all over the world and it's one of only a few bases with that primary mission and as such, Uncle Sam and the Air Force do an excellent job of keeping things operational, functional, and updated. The main portions of the base are clean, neat, and well-maintained. The facilities that most will be interested in and using, like the Exchange, Commissary, and recreation-related spots are all nice and modern. They have a great bowling alley and gym. The rooms in base lodging are clean and comfortable as well. I'll get some reviews up for each of those separately.

I love that SFO updated their signs to make it easier to get where you needed to go…read more There are much clearer signs that designate domestic vs. international arrivals or departures. Thank you for this! I got to the exact place that I needed to go because the signs made sense. Thank you SFO!

It had been quite a while since my last visit to Terminals B and C. Terminal B looks great and…read moreappears to have received significant updates over the years. Unfortunately, Terminal C feels dated by comparison and could benefit from new carpeting and a thorough deep cleaning. My biggest frustration was the lack of food options for early-morning travelers. SFO has plenty of early departures, yet very few businesses seem willing to open during those hours. If you have an early flight, I would strongly recommend eating before arriving at the airport because your choices may be extremely limited. During my visit, I found only two coffee shops and one retail store open. As with most airports, prices are noticeably higher than what you'd pay outside the terminal. Travelers should expect to pay a substantial premium, with many items appearing to be marked up 50-70% compared to typical retail prices. Overall, Terminal B left a positive impression, but Terminal C and the limited early-morning amenities leave room for improvement.