Doing the tour

We thought about taking a short bus tour of San Diego, but then we figured that we knew the city well enough to put our own together and include a more selective itinerary. So, off we went, first to he Liberty Station Arts District. This is a sizeable area comprising shops, eating places, galleries and museums, all occupying what was an elite navel officer training barracks. Its a must to visit.

Initially, we visited the IDC Comic Art Museum, where examples of various comic artists were on display. The artists represented had created characters ranging from the Ninja Turtles to those featured in 'CSI' comic magazine.

Moving on we browsed some very neat eating places, catering for both sweet and savoury tastes and including a craft brewery. I was impressed by the BBQ-based '"Pig's Gig".

By late morning it was time to move on and so off to colourful San Diego Old Town. If you like Mexican food, its a must! We passed  on the food and spent time wandering (and sitting) around the historic buildings and vibrant market stalls.

Finally, we left Old Town and drove to the Cabrillo National Monument, which overlooks San Diego bay and provides some fabulous views of the  city and ocean. Before leaving, we also drove down to the tidal rock pools where the ocean rolls onto the sandstone cliffs. A lovely place.

Last evening we learned that Herb Alpert was playing next door and he's now 84! In fairness to his commitment, I thought I should include one of hist hit tunes form his younger days "A Taste of Honey"