This morning we left San Simeon, still without being able to see the ocean view because of the fog. Again for the most part the drive was along the coast with some amazing views.
We called into a small place called Pismo Beach for a coffee and pulled up at a cafe that makes their own cinnamon scrolls. They looked delicious and some had pecans on top and some had vanilla icing. We didn't indulge but just had our coffee. There happened to be a shoe shop next door and Annamaree found an unusual pair that fitted perfectly.
Back onto the freeway and we passed through cattle country with mainly black and red Angus (I have only seen Angus cattle since I have been here). Then there were huge paddocks of vegetables and lots of pickers. We ran in and out of fog at various times and also had many views of the coastline. Once we got to Santa Barbara the road got very busy and was 3 lanes on both sides. We didn't want to stop for lunch there as it was too big so we continued on and stopped at Ventura.
We got back on the road (humming Ventura Highway) and as we got closer to Los Angeles the traffic got really busy and the lanes increased to 4 each side. The good old GPS got us safely to our hotel, the Hollywood Hotel. We then took the car back to the nearest Hertz place and got a really nice guy who even drove us back to our hotel. I was so pleased to not have to go in the car again!
Our hotel room is really lovely, two queen sized beds, 2 lounge chairs, a footstool, a desk and chair, fridge microwave and decent sized bathroom and even a balcony.
After settling in we walked down about nine blocks along North Vermont Street to find somewhere for dinner. We settled on a Mediterranean cafe and both had lovely meals. We then wandered further up the street and discovered lots of great eating places. On the way back we came across a retro shop that had the most amazing things in it.
When we got back to the motel we booked a 3/4 day tour of LA, some stars homes (wasn't really interested in that but all the tours have it) and the beaches and Santa Monica. Then we did some washing and are looking forward to bed after a stressful day.
Till tomorrow
Roz
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