Woke up very early at our hotel in San Jose. Me at about 2:30 and Betsy (we shared a room with Jake) at 3:30.
Once everyone was awake we met for breakfast.
While the boys used the gym, and Mum andRead more
Traffic was heavier than expected, but we got to see some cool American cars and trucks, as well as some great views across the bay to San Francisco.
Having arrived at the Outlet Mall, we grabbed aRead more
Arrived at Inn on the River, Monte Rio, Russian River.
Initial impressions that we are right by the main road, but once we walk through to our room, we have a lovely view down over the river.
AlbertoRead more
Great breakfast at Lightwave coffee and kitchen. Caelen, Jake, Dylan, Zara and Betsy all getting to know each other again!
We headed up to see the first amazing Redwoods of our trip.
We wandered through the grove, staring up at the giant trees and the canopy high above.
Kids headed to the (river) beach with their inflatables.
Alex and Lauren arrive late afternoon.
Dinner at local restaurant, accompanied by local characters (dungaree man).
Back to the Inn drinkingRead more
Leisurely wake up, and then off to brunch in Jenner. Great food overlooking estuary with lots of canoeists.
Couple of hours in Bodega Bay (no crazy birds)
Left Amy, Alex, Lauren, Alberto and Zoe drinking beer and eating calamari.
Jon & Will take kids for a hot dog and ice cream.
Amy, Dylan and Will takeRead more
Finished our day with 60 chicken wings (between 12 of us)
Great pub on the river, corn dog game for the kids.
Home to the Inn for drinks by the 🔥....
Traveler Smooth check-in at Heathrow. Time for a bite to eat in the Pilots Bar in T5.
Traveler Comfortable flight in Premium Economy. "You're the best Dad ever" says Betsy as she gets a hot towel and an Orange juice