You know, I do this sometimes: go to San Francisco to meet up with various ladies, that I once upon a time met on the Internet, and spent the day. I’ve done it with Viviane, with Manja, with Jenny, and last Friday with my friend Tanja . San Francisco is a great place to just hang out for a day, walk around, explore, and get to know each other (in person).
Well, in Tanja’s case, we already had the pleasure to meet each other in person last year (down in Southern California), but I was excited to see her again when she came up for a short visit of the City with her Mom.
Even though it is about a two-hour trip for me to go to SF, I welcome every excuse to go there when I can. I mean, I am so lucky to live so close to one of the nicest cities in America, so I might as well take advantage of it.
Friday morning, I drove to the East Bay and then hopped on BART to go into the city.
I got off at the Embarcardo and then bought myself a “Blue Bottle Coffee” (I had heard so much about it, but never had the chance to try one before) before walking along the piers towards Pier 39.
Tanja and her Mom were still on a tour to Alcatraz (which, in all the years, I have still never been to – can you believe it?), so I took my time and enjoyed the beautiful day. I mean, look at this gorgeous weather! Blue skies, no fog in the bay, only a slight breeze and 75 degrees. It’s a rarity!
These views also NEVER get old.
I walked by the Exploratorium…
… and then all the way to Pier 39, to take a peek at the Golden Gate Bridge from afar and pay a visit to my animal friends, the sea lions.
Around noon, I met up with Tanja and her Mom and we decided to walk around a find a place for lunch. It was so great to see Tanja again and we had no problem reconnecting right away.
We got a nice outside table on the promenade and had fish and chips! Yum!
We passed the time chatting away and then walked over to Ghiradelli Square to take the Cable Car to Union Square.
At 3 p.m., I said goodbye again and hopped back on the BART to head home. I had such a fun time hanging out with Tanja and her Mom for a few hours and I am so glad they picked such a beautiful weekend to visit San Francisco!
It was so good seeing you and I really appreciate you taking the time to come.
We had an amazing weekend, and you contributed a lot to it!!!
xo
Thank you friend. I had a great time!
It sounds — and looks! — like a fun day! I’d love to get to San Francisco one day.
Oh, you gotta go… it’s so much fun!
A beautiful day. When I was in San Francisco last, I was 3 – admittedly I don’t remember much! (I do remember spilling a packet of crackers outside a restaurant at Fisherman’s Wharf and crying about it.) I was hoping you’d include a picture of lunch, which looked delicious!
It’s time to pay another visit ;)
Fish and chips and a Giants day game? (I get to wear my Rockies cap.)
San Francisco is on my travel list! I do hope to get there someday!
I hope so too! It’s worth a visit!
I love San Fran, but haven’t been in ages. Thanks for introducing me to this wonderful city again, and how nice you were able to meet up with your friend while there. The sea lions–those are always my favorite to watch *and listen to!* as well :) PS: I’ve never tried that coffee, but am intrigued. Also I love your sneakers!
The sea lions are awesome! They were so loud :)
Wow, gorgeous! Looks like you made the most of it.
It was a great day!
I adore SF! What a lovely day with friends! We’re talking about another trip out west soon!
Hooray for a trip out west!
Looks beautiful! San Francisco is one city I still have not visited as an adult. Somewhere to put on the wanderlust list for sure! Thanks for sharing! looks like you had a great day!
Oh yes, bucket list city for sure!
SanFran is on my to visit list. I have family that live out there and Im dying to visit. It’s so beautiful! Thanks for sharing your trip!
Oh, come on out.. you don’t have any excuses if you have family out here :)
San Francisco looks beautiful – AND THOSE SEALS!
Hehe… the seals are always fun!
Oooh, you got lucky with our weather. :) I work a few blocks from the Ferry Building, so let me know if you’re in town next time!