I lived in the area for roughly 2.5 years and absolutely agree with you. There are many 'no-go' areas at night in SF, try to find those in Singapore, Tokyo, et

I lived in the area for roughly 2.5 years and absolutely agree with you. There are many 'no-go' areas at night in SF, try to find those in Singapore, Tokyo, etc. In addition, you know in Asia that the likelyhood someone is pulling a gun on you is mighty low. (Not to trigger a gun discussion) During that time I have been to several music festivals. In the main area they had chairs....chairs! This is a rock-concert what do you need chairs for? Hardly anyone was dancing. Compare that to festivals in Europe. It is not even close. Napa and Tahoe are beautiful areas. But come with a price tag.