Los Angeles and San Diego

I'm going to skip Los Angeles. I just don't get the hype. But then I didn't get to Hollywood Boulevard, The Hollywood sign or Beverly Hills. I'll try again when I go back for my flight home.

San Diego, however, is a totally different thing altogether. I've often struggled to feel comfortable or at home with places but San Diego instantly got me. Nice chilled out vibe about it, easy to get around. Reminded me a lot of Melbourne, which I have also fallen in love with on the two occasions I've visited.

I managed to finally find a Warmshowers host that would reply. And what a stay it was. Kevin, the host, was massively in to skateboard culture and had a huge archive of printed material that he maintains. I cannot explain how much this sang to me. Kevin was a really cool guy, living the "van life" that I've recently thought of. He's kind enough to cook vegan tacos both evenings and also smoothies for breakfast. He also showed me round the neighborhood and we ended up and a sweet gem of a record store. All of this made for a great stay and positive impression of San Diego. It wasn't until I'd left that I found out one of my oldest school friends brother also lives there. A catch up would have been great. Before I know it, it's time to hit the road and leave for Tecate...