Carnival Glory, June 2017

Carnival Glory

Bahamas, St. Thomas, Grand Turk, Puerto Rico

Port of Miami

This was our first cruise out of Miami on Carnival. This was our sixth cruise on Carnival. Each itinerary so far we have cruises on a different ship, out of a different port, and the itinerary has been slightly different each time as well. 

This was our second time in Half Moon Cay, but this was our first time in St, Thomas, San Juan and Grand Turk. My husband had been to St. Thomas and San Juan as part of a Navy cruise a long time ago. But he didn't remember much. However, he had never been to any part of Turks and Caicos. I was excited, FINALLY a country that my husband has not been too!

Palm Springs Aerial Tramway, May 2017

For Memorial Day Weekend 2017, We decided to visit someplace that we have never been. We went to Palm Springs for the weekend. The first thing on our agenda after arriving was to check out the Aerial Tramway. 

My biggest piece of advice with the Aerial Tramway is to give yourself plenty of time. We did not realize how long it was going to take just to PARK! Once we parked and went up, we had to wait an hour before our scheduled Tram.

The Trams only hold a set amount of people, so they are scheduled going up, and then coming back, you will just get in line and wait your turn.

It was definitely a cool experience to go up that elevation for someone who has not really been to an elevation like that before. 

We took the tram and probably stayed at the mountain top about two hours, then got in line to come back down. The views were amazing and we would definitely do it again. If you are are a hiker or into mountain climbing, go prepared! You can take the hike up the mountain for some amazing views.

Holi Festival of Color, Oceanside

Saturday, May 6, 2017

Holi Festival of Color Oceanside Pier

There was a Groupon deal for admission plus 4 bags of the color powder for each person. $20 for the Groupon was for 2 adults.

The festival is right at the Oceanside Pier area. There was a small amount of food, music, and a few things for sale. Hopefully, this festival gets bigger and becomes more well attended. 

Earth Day, 2017

Earth Day, April 2017

Carlsbad Beach, California

For Earth Day 2017, We volunteered with I Love A Clean San Diego for their annual Creek to Bay Cleanup. We were at the location in Carlsbad Beach. Our particular location was sponsored by LegoLand in Carlsbad. All of the volunteers received a free ticket to Sea Life Aquarium and a free reusable bag.

Our location got lucky in that the beach goers keep the area pretty clean as it is. We walked several miles and cleaned both areas frequented by swimmers, surfers and the prairie dogs.

It has definitely become out annual San Diego tradition for Earth Day.

San Diego Chargers VS Miami Dolphins

San Diego Chargers

San Diego Chargers VS Miami Dolphins

November 6, 2016

Occasionally we get lucky. We entered a drawing for the residents of our neighborhood to win Chargers tickets. We didn't really pay attention to the date of the game when we entered to win.

We ended up going to Virginia to work on our rental house and turn it over to new tenants. Somehow we got lucky and won one of the ticket pairs from the drawing. We were in Virginia when notified. It just happened to work out that we flew home on Friday night, and the game was on Sunday. Three days before my birthday. What a lovely surprise. 

The drawing that we entered was for 2 tickets and $40 in Chargers bucks to spend on food and souvenirs.  We both signed up to be designated drivers, so we got the free soda and spent the free Chargers bucks on other things.

We decided to park at the Mission Valley mall and then take the trolley to the game to avoid all of the parking fees and the traffic. We were going solo and did not know anyone else going so we did not have a group to tailgate with.

We got there early enough to enjoy some of the things that were set up for the tailgate. We took some pictures, and walked all around to check out every thing we could find that was going on. We had a good time. It was definitely warmer outside than what we were expecting.

Our seats were on the visitor side. That time of year, the sun doesn't set for awhile and it was kinda miserable for awhile. But it eventually calmed down and we were able to enjoy the game not melting in the sun. 

During half time, The Chargers were having a Chargers Hall of Fame induction. 

The Chargers won!

Maybe we were their good luck charm!

Our only complaint with the Trolley was the rush after the game. As soon as the game was over, it was like a major rush to get to the trolley. When the trolleys came, they were totally packed. It was miserable. Maybe leaving before the game is over, or waiting for awhile is the best option.

CHILDFREE LIFE

Paris Hotel, Las Vegas, Nevada April 2016

Easter Weekend 

Paris Hotel, April 2016

Living a 5 hr drive from Vegas means we visit more than we should. The goal with playing at so many Total Rewards, Caesars Entertainment properties is to stay at every hotel they have in Las Vegas. 

This was our first stay at Paris.  They have renovated since and we have stayed in another type of room since.  I love the hotel theming.  I just love it. Every detail.  From the flooring, to employee uniforms to the signage. What a great theme. 

We had a pretty good view with our room, although we normally spend little time in our hotel rooms.

It was time for the room to be updated.  The carpet was worn and it was clear that it had been awhile since a renovation.  However,  we still had fun, enjoyed our stay and we came back.