Well, after dipping our toes in the "Covid world" of travel by visiting CDMX and other locales in Mexico and needing to use our travel vouchers, we decided to go for it. Being unable to travel had created a large chasm in our lives and we really missed travelling, especially to what had become our favorite city. You know the place, right?
During our last visit, back at the end of 2019, we were supposed to end our travels there, but fate intervened (I'll get to that post, I promise) and we ended our trip by staying at the airport. And then came Covid, so there definitely was unfinished business here.
We started and ended our trip here this time, though there was a "bump in the road" (no, it wasn't Covid) which fortunately didn't affect us too much.
The Missus and I started things off by revisiting some old favorites.
And we got to see early on that things were, well, even more busy than we recalled. It could be that we had gotten used to "Covid vacancy", but it also seems like the demographic had changed for our favorite areas as well. But we were happy to see that cafe culture, which I was worried the pandemic would change was in fact going strong.
And then we were off to our next stops......where the Missus was kind enough to indulge my desire to see some specific "sites".
This city has so much to see and a wealth of history.
And even more fascinating stories......
After being cooped up during the pandemic, we decided to splurge and I booked us a private tour over four days.....
Where I got to try some traditional dishes in the appropriate setting. And I really enjoyed it!
And the next part I set-up for the Missus.....
Which was on a charming island.
Which we really enjoyed.......
And the Missus found Her "spirit animal"....
And She found a dish liked as well......
On our way back to the "big city" we made some interesting stops.
Back in this wonderful city, we got to check off two more places on my "list".
And it also has a San Diego "connection" as well.
And lest you think all we ate was traditional food...well....
People were warm, friendly, and the pace was more relaxed then other municipalities we've visited of the same size.
Back where we started we had a wonderful apartment.....with a view that always grabbed our attention at all hours.
And we got to "feed" some of our food obsessions.
And try out a couple of places in the city we'd always wanted to check out.
Along with eating as we usually do here.....
Along with just wandering amongst all those familiar stops.......
And checking on the progress of other places.....
I even took a baking class.
And while things had indeed changed; we took reasonable precautions and actually did self tests during our stay, what hadn't changed was our love of travel. And we were relieved to find that our love of this city hadn't changed.
What has changed is that I'm over two years older...so, while I get over my jet lag, keep your eyes peeled.....
While I recover and get back into "San Diego time".
And we'll see you soon....but right now, we gotta run!
Thanks for stopping by!
Welcome back! Getting some travel in is so important. We are off to Grand Cayman next week and planning on hitting the EU this summer. I can't wait to see more details on this awesome trip!
Posted by: Dereck | Tuesday, 17 May 2022 at 07:52 AM
Wow -- welcome back! Looking forward to the upcoming posts...
Posted by: Peter | Tuesday, 17 May 2022 at 09:12 AM
Sounds great Dereck!
Thanks Peter! Needless to say, we had a great time!
Posted by: Kirk | Tuesday, 17 May 2022 at 09:16 AM
Can't wait to hear the trip details!
Posted by: Sandy | Tuesday, 17 May 2022 at 10:25 AM
Welcome back! Can't wait to hear about those Scotch distilleries!
Posted by: Junichi | Tuesday, 17 May 2022 at 11:36 AM
Thanks Sandy!
It was quite an education Junichi!
Posted by: Kirk | Tuesday, 17 May 2022 at 11:48 AM
Greyfriars Bobby! My sister lives in Edinburgh and am thinking about a few days there myself.
Posted by: amanda | Tuesday, 17 May 2022 at 02:50 PM
Looks like an awesome vacation!
Posted by: Soo | Tuesday, 17 May 2022 at 04:21 PM
nice! welcome back:)
Posted by: kat | Wednesday, 18 May 2022 at 06:01 AM
Welcome home! What a lovely trip and I cannot wait to read your posts. Rest well friend, Barbara
Posted by: Barbara | Wednesday, 18 May 2022 at 06:48 PM
Welcome home! Edinburgh is a wonderful city. I"m off to London and northern England soon myself. Glad you got to taste some Islay single malts too.
Posted by: Kenneth | Wednesday, 18 May 2022 at 08:07 PM
Love it! (Westbound jet lag is no joke!)
Posted by: James | Thursday, 19 May 2022 at 05:10 AM
I hope you get to Edinburgh Amanda! We had a great time.
It was Soo....
Thanks Kat!
Thanks Barbara! It's great to hear form you!
Yes, Edinburgh is a wonderful city! Hope you have a great time in the UK Kenneth! It's nice hearing from you.
It seems to be getting tougher as I get older James! Hope you had a great time on your trip!
Posted by: Kirk | Thursday, 19 May 2022 at 07:54 AM
Looks like a lovely trip! Two of the prettiest cities I've ever been to and I'll look forward to "revisiting" them through your posts! thank you for all the hard work you do posting about your travels!
Posted by: Lynnea Fleming | Thursday, 19 May 2022 at 12:13 PM
Thanks so much for the kind words Lynnea! It was a lovely trip indeed!
Posted by: Kirk | Thursday, 19 May 2022 at 12:25 PM
Glad you and the Missus made it back safely. Looking forward to your posts. :)
Posted by: caninecologne | Monday, 23 May 2022 at 11:15 PM
Thanks CC!
Posted by: Kirk | Tuesday, 24 May 2022 at 06:31 AM