Louise must be feeling a lot better...she wanted to spend the day at the beach. One things for sure, San Diego has some great beaches to chose from. One that stands out in our memory is the beach resort of Coronado. It has been a very long time since we were here last and we were excited to see it again. First on our list was to walk the boardwalk in front of the Coronado Resort. The "Del" (Hotel Del Coronado) has been "The" resort to visit and enjoy since 1888. With it's Victorian turrets and cupolas it is a very special place to see and be a part of, even if it is just for a "Latte". Sitting just inside of the door was a great looking espresso bar...well for those who know me, know that I've just got to try one. Ordering my Double Latte and a "treat", Louise joined me by the pool to "enjoy" my new find.
I think I have finally found the "Best" Latte and Treat to have ever been made, and it was mine... Saying it was good is an under-statement. Well we hadn't come all this way just for me and my coffee so I turned to Louise and told her it was her time. She led the way to the sand and surf while I grabbed the sand chairs and lunch she had packed earlier. What a day, it was one of the best "beach" days we have had since last year when we spent 4 months in the Baja. As the day started to fade away, we decided to take a drive across the bay and take in the Cliffs, Tidepools,
Lighthouses, and Military Cemetary of Point Loma and Cabrillo National Monument.
In 1520, Juan Rodriguez Cabrillo was the first European to set foot on the west coast of what is now the United States. He is recognized as the founder of what is now San Diego. We did enjoy this park very much and would like to return for a hike of two a little later.