After a long drive, we arrived in San Diego in time to see the sunset on the beach. It was a poignant moment to our last few days left on the tour!
San Diego beach is like the typical Californian beaches, with cool shops along the front and a mini amusement park. Sort of like a cooler and more hipster version of Brighton!
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| Cali Sunsets |
That night, we ate in a really cool Italian restaurant where you share big plates which are distributed around the table via a turning table top, which even had a statue of the pope on top (a bit weird!) If you are in San Diego, I'd recommend going, especially if there is a big group of you. It's called Bucca di Beppo.
Our hostel was situated near and was called USA Hostels. This chain is very nice and I would recommend staying in one of them anywhere!
The next day was our free day, which was spent by the beach. We went in the sea a few times which was really warm although a bit rough! We also explored the amusement park and had a few rounds in the amusement arcade.
It was so hot that even the amusement park had a power cut which meant that we couldn't go on the rollercoaster, so we ended up pretty much chilling and sunbathing on the beach all day. If you do this, make sure you reapply sunscreen to avoid looking like a lobster.
Other places to visit in San Diego include the San Diego Zoo and it is also home to the original SeaWorld.
Our final night was spent in the most appropriate way, by a fancy meal followed by us hitting the bars!
We went to a dueling piano bar, which I'd really recommend going to as I don't think there are any in the UK. Basically, the singers on stage will sing the songs you request on the spot using live piano's and instruments! These people are so clever and entertaining.
Afterward, we went to a cheap bar near our hostel which played the best music, and of course did cheap drinks! The night gets a little hazy at this point but I know that it was the perfect end to the most perfect trip!
In the morning, we were all feeling a little worse for wear, but it was time to depart for our final location and the one place I have always wanted to visit: Los Angeles.
Our first stop was Venice Beach. I have to say, it's nice but a little rough. Very hipster and home to the muscle beach part. If you wander further up, you get to the nicer Santa Monica area where the pier is located. It is definitely worth hiring a bike and cycling between the two.
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| Venice Beach |
Due to feeling very hungover, I don't have many pictures of the beach, however, believe me when I say it is worth visiting! We drove into Hollywood after to the finishing point of our tour: The Hollywood Walk of Fame.
Everyone had told me beforehand that I would hate how tacky LA is, and yes, it is a bit tacky, but I loved it! The street is full of entertainment, shops, food places, photo opportunities and loads more!
You could spend hours looking at all the stars, and the Highland mall also has the perfect view of the Hollywood sign. Definitely worth visiting and also a great place to hop on a Hollywood/Beverly hills tour.
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| My 'I finally made it to Hollywood' pose |
The trek came to an end and it was an emotional moment saying goodbye to people who had become really good friends! It was sad because a few were going on to travel afterward so it wasn't like we could meet up soon in the UK.
And so my Trek America posts draw to a close, and if you have enjoyed reading these and are considering joining a trek, 100% go for it! Every fear and anxiety you have before going will disappear as soon as your tour departs. You will regret not going for it more than regretting going on it.
Finally, just a quick thank you to Trek America for being such a fab company and giving me memories that will last a lifetime. Check out their website for their huge range of North, Central and South America trips! Just be prepared for the worst post-tour blues.
Hope you enjoyed this series,
Love Charlotte x
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