Kettering, UK Jul 9, 2013 After severe and unexpected delays in San Francisco we eventually arrived home at 8 pm Monday. Thank you to all our readers. Look out for the next episode soon............
San Francisco, California Jul 6, 2013 Visited new area for us at Fishermans Wharf - saw some old sailing ships. Most had undergone major reconstruction but not all. Segways appear to be a popular if dangerous form of transport in which you travel in gangs. There is now only ONE seal left on pier 39! Only half a day left.
Carrmel, California Jul 4, 2013 No fog today so we decided to do the 17 mile drive - the beautiful coastal road between Carmel and Monterey. The scenery was stunning and varied between forest and seascape, and more seals. The sunset this evening was spectacular.
Carmel By The Sea, California Jul 3, 2013 Have just arrived in Carmel via Cabrillo Highway stopping off at the elephant seals sanctuary on the way. First time ever seen a variable line for the horizon at sea - it was caused by a massive fog bank rolling in off the ocean. We beat the fog to Carmel by an hour. The trees outside the hotel window appear to be shrouded in smoke. Looking forward to the mysteries of July 4th - we may end up as the guys on the bonfire (pickle an Englishman!). Big Sur lived up to...
San Luis Obispo, California Jul 2, 2013 Very good but long journey on route 101 arriving in San Luis by midday. Have visited the 18th century church see photo of stone bears - these are just outside the church. Other photos taken en route as we travelled on the San Marcos pass and through more vineyards.