Golden gate bridge
December 2, 2015 in the United States ⋅ ⛅ 13 °C
I kept walking. I went through the Ghirardelli plaza and saw Alcatraz. I got closer to the bridge and some pictures, but started heading once the sunset began.
Walk back
December 2, 2015 in the United States ⋅ ⛅ 13 °C
I started to walk back and enjoyed the great colors with the sun setting. These were some if my sights along the way. When I finally reached Dan's house I had walked 16 miles and I was exhausted. HeRead more
Half Moon Bay
December 3, 2015 in the United States ⋅ 🌧 14 °C
I went with the other couchsurfer to walk at the marine refugee. We met a nice man and he showed us around for a while. We saw some seals in the water and pet almost every dog along the way.
Boat life
December 3, 2015 in the United States ⋅ ⛅ 11 °C
We went back to the sailboat and hung out until Jonathan, our host, arrived. He was super cool and we had a good meal and drinks together. I'm glad I got to experience living in the boat.
Maverick and seals
December 4, 2015 in the United States ⋅ ☀️ 13 °C
I started my day by finishing the trail to see where the maverick waves are. I saw a bunch of surfers, but it was getting to be low tide and the waves weren't so big. I went back to the wildlifeRead more
Spa Day
December 4, 2015 in the United States ⋅ ⛅ 15 °C
Jonathan treated me to a spa day with him. Nothing more relaxing. That's all I can say.
Natural bridges
December 5, 2015 in the United States ⋅ ☀️ 15 °C
I went to this state park to look at the natural bridge. It was cool to look at, but the rocks out there was much more interesting. The designs were very unique. They also had a butterfly trail thatRead more
Boardwalk and stuff
December 5, 2015 in the United States ⋅ ☀️ 14 °C
I headed downtown to check out the boardwalk. I got distracted by the wharf and the sealions just hanging out there. Then I walked to the boardwalk and casino area. It was kinda dead out there. I wasRead more
Big Sur
December 6, 2015 in the United States ⋅ ☀️ 17 °C
I started my day driving south. I made down to a park and found out that Big Sur is actually a 90 mile stretch of coastline. I hiked a path that crossed a small river and ended up getting my feetRead more
Monterey aquarium
December 6, 2015 in the United States ⋅ ☀️ 17 °C
I got to go to the aquarium for free all in thanks to my host. I was able to use his neighbor's membership pass. It was so busy there, but nice to see the watery world. I checked a bunch out andRead more
Yosemite
December 8, 2015 in the United States ⋅ ☀️ 15 °C
I got to Ryan's house, my new host, the night before. He suggested I do the falls trail. It was nice, however I was totally unprepared. I did get to see a coyote. And the sunset was great.
Erin and Butchie
December 10, 2015 in the United States ⋅ ⛅ 16 °C
I got to meet Erin, my host, the night before and we got do some much needed girl talk. I was supposed to go to Sequoia national park, but the weather was so so and I decided to hang out at her place.Read more
Chef Cal
December 11, 2015 in the United States ⋅ 🌙 6 °C
I got to Cal's house, my host. We talked for a while and then went shopping so he could impress me with his awesome cooking skills. It was great.
Downtown walk
December 12, 2015 in the United States ⋅ ☀️ 10 °C
Cal brought me to the place to get wine for Tom. Then We walked around. I took pictures as both Santa and his reindeer. I was got to see the offering that the Indian restaurant leaves everydayRead more
Small town Christmas
December 12, 2015 in the United States ⋅ 🌙 8 °C
Cal was so right. He took me to see this block party. I had so much fun. There were lights, movies, carolers, and Scrooge. It was a great time.
Chronic cellars
December 13, 2015 in the United States ⋅ 🌧 11 °C
Cal and I went to a wine tasting because I sold my great facial expressions to him. He had to see it and was I didn't disappoint. He posted the video to my Facebook page. He couldn't stop laughing.
Cal dinner number two
December 13, 2015 in the United States ⋅ 🌙 5 °C
Yummy dinner with a great salad. Very rare steak with potatoes and collard green like kale. Not complaining ever it was a great dinner.
Breakfast and dessert
December 14, 2015 in the United States ⋅ ☀️ 6 °C
Cal whipped our leftovers into a great breakfast and I paired it with the sweet potato pie that didn't quite set. It doesn't stop me from eating it as always.
Downtown Santa Barbara
December 14, 2015 in the United States ⋅ ☀️ 14 °C
I started at the old courthouse. It was pretty and the view was great. Then I started walking. I went on the wharf and saw the beach. Cute town.
Santa Claus beach
December 14, 2015 in the United States ⋅ ☀️ 13 °C
I went over to this quiet beach to walk around and watch the sunset. It was pretty and right next to the train tracks. It was a little too cold and windy to stay outside and watch it go down. I had toRead more
Channel islands
December 15, 2015 in the United States ⋅ ☀️ 15 °C
I wanted to check out this cool park. I watched the introduction video there and it seemed so cool. Then I found out that it costs $60 to go to an island and decided it was for another trip. They didRead more
It's about time
December 17, 2015 in the United States ⋅ ☀️ 18 °C
I went out with Dory to see if I might but new Uggs. They have lasted 12 years and I caved and bought a new pair. Then we headed over to have my first and probably only experience with in and outRead more
Santa Monica pier
December 18, 2015 in the United States ⋅ ☀️ 18 °C
I got to Hamid, my new host, house the night before. We discussed hiking, but since I was still a bit sick he decided to show me the pier. It was nice, but completely reminded me of south beach. ItRead more
Justin
December 18, 2015 in the United States ⋅ ☀️ 20 °C
I got to Justin's place and hung out until his fiancee got home. We talked and watched a police chase happening in Orange county.
Veggie tacos
December 18, 2015 in the United States ⋅ 🌙 14 °C
I went out with Justin, Arq and their friend for happy hour. It was a nice time.