The hotel we stayed at was in a great location. It was right by the water, as well as the popular Gaslamp Quarter. The first day we headed down to that area for dinner. We ate at Union, which had amazing shrimp and grits. This area is just full of restaurants and shops. We made our way down to Ghirardelli for some ice cream. It was set up as an old school ice cream shop, which was really neat. After walking off our ice cream, we headed back to the hotel to get rested before the start of the conference.
The next day we went to dinner at the cutest pizza place, Flour & Barley, close to our hotel. It was neatly decorated inside and the pizza was delicious. Because it was close to the water, we ended up walking along the water after dinner. There were so many ships and museums right on the water. Had time allowed, I would have loved to check some of those places out.
I was worn out by the next day and just hung out in my room that evening. There is a two hour time difference between San Diego and St. Louis, so it was a bit of an adjustment. However, I made up for that the next day. We only had half a day of the conference, so we made our way to Balboa Park. It is such a neat area. Full of museums, gardens, and the San Diego Zoo! Lunch was at a fun outdoor restaurant, in conjunction with the art museum. I definitely could see spending the day there with a meat and cheese plate and some yummy cocktails. After some downtime at the hotel, we headed to a little shopping area, Seaport Village, that was full of fun touristy places and restaurants. I ended the evening with some yummy ice cream...I feel like I never go out and get "real" ice cream, I usually just stick with fast food shakes or a McFlurry, so getting an ice cream cone was such a treat.
See you later, St. Louis!
Hello San Diego!
room view
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Flour & Barley
Balboa Park
Seaport Village purchase
San Diego was such a neat city. I would definitely love to go back for vacation.
Linking up with Laura, Jenn, and Mackensey.
So jealous of all your travels lately! San Diego looks gorgeous, and all of that ice cream sounds right up my alley! :-)
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ReplyDeleteHow pretty is San Diego! You've hit the jackpot with fun work trips lately :-D
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My husband and I went to SD two years ago and we LOVED it!!! Definitely go back for vacation. I had a work trip out there and we just extended it and explored. We definitely plan on going back!
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San Diego is such a fun city. I haven't been in a few years but would love to go back. Such beautiful views on the water! Glad you had a little time at night to explore!
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San Diego is such a great city! I have very fond memories of going to the zoo there as a child! So glad you get to go to wonderful (and warm!) places for work!! Make today work, Rachel -CubicleCouture
ReplyDeleteSan Diego looks so fun, I always wanted to go there. You're better than Trip advisor!
ReplyDeleteWow, looks like a great trip! I haven't been out to San Diego in probably 10+ years... I think it might be time to go back!
ReplyDeleteThat's awesome you got to get out and explore a bit even though the majority of it was work! San Diego is such a fun city, I totally need to go back soon! <3, Pamela Sequins & Sea Breezes
ReplyDeleteThis looks like an amazing trip!! I haven't been to San Diego since I was like 10, but I remember loving it - there was so much to see and do. I really hope o go back someday!
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Eating out is one of the best parts of vacationing! so much good food!
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I loved that city! The view from your room looked at the hotel that I stayed in (The Embassy Suites)--if only I hadn't been there 5 years ago lol
ReplyDeleteMan, you squeezed a lot into that trip! Sounds like it was a lot of fun. I've always wanted to go to San Diego... it's on my bucket list!
ReplyDeleteWe are going to San Diego (well CA in general) next year. I am so excited! It looks like so much fun.
ReplyDeleteI LOVE San Diego!! Until recently my Aunt lived there so I grew up going almost every year to see her and that would be our family vacation. I've been there dozens of times and I never get sick of it. The waterfront is the best, with Seaport Village and the navy ships and Gaslamp district! I'm so glad you had fun!!!
ReplyDeleteSan Diego is one of my favorite cities! I love Balboa Park, it's a treasure nestled into the city!
ReplyDeleteWhat a fun trip-- it's definitely on my list of places to visit one day. Flour & Barely looks like such a cool place.
ReplyDeleteI went to San Diego for work too and absolutely loved it, especially Balboa Park and the zoo! Unfortunately I didn't get a chance to see the seaport area, but looks like you got some amazing shots. Love the boat pic! Sounds like a fun trip!
ReplyDeleteSan Diego is on my must visit list, especially Balboa Park because it was in my favorite childhood book! Fun work trip for sure! happy tuesday!!
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We visited San Diego last year, and we fell in love with the city! It's just so cool! It sounds like you stayed in a great part of the city too that's close to a lot! And hooray for half day conferences!
ReplyDeleteAwesome! I have San Diego on my list of places to visit!
ReplyDeleteSounds like a fun trip, only wish you had more time to actually enjoy the city. I've never been to San Diego, let alone California, but it's definitely on my short list of places to go. Looks like a great view from your hotel and all the food places you hit up sound great!
ReplyDeleteThose pictures are so gorgeous! I never thought much about visiting San Diego but I would love to go now!
ReplyDeleteWhat a great spot for a work trip - it's such a nice city with the best weather!
ReplyDeleteSan Diego is such a fun city! I loved exploring the Gaslamp area too. There’s so much to see/do!
ReplyDeleteI love San Diego and miss visiting there. It's been a year since I went. So much great food, sights and drinks.
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