Update
Was able to check out Apple and Google... both were closed for the holiday, so it made for an easy in and out without any traffic. There were quite a few tourists like me taking pictures and discussing all things apple with one another. The company store was closed at apple, but I was able to get the general idea by looking in the window. I didn't really need anything anyways, as I just Splurged on a new

Watch Sport SG 42!!! Supposed to be here early to mid June... right after WWDC.
We drove next to the SpaceShip

Campus 2... WOW... you have to see this in person to get an idea of the massive scale of this project. It's going to be unbelievable. The amount of construction that went into putting the wall up around the construction site itself is a monumental achievement. The businesses, apartments and hotels surrounding must be so excited to watch their property values skyrocket at completion.
I did get to try out Philz Coffee... boy is it good. I recommend the Mint Mojito coffee either iced or warm, and get the Mocha Tesoro warm (if you like chocolate). The Cupertino Philz can be kind of crowded, so be prepared to wait in line outside the store for a bit... but enjoy the views of the tech workers with the latest devices.
After Apple and Philz we did a run by of Steve Job's house, and it looks like they are doing some renovations. There was quite a bit of construction going on in the backyard. Beautiful home and I can see why they kept it... very charming neighborhood.
We spent the rest of the day making a drive over to the Ritz Carlton at Half Moon Bay (what a view... was nice to sit by the fires and watch the ocean); and then trekked north to San Francisco to finish out the weekend. In fact, you are right, there is a place called Mavericks that isn't far from Half Moon Bay.
Thanks for all the advice! Can't wait to make it back soon and explore some more.
Cheers,
RYAN
