Thursday, July 11, 2019

Off to Savannah, Georgia

We were looking forward to seeing Savannah this time. Our first was very brief and we hoped to see more this time around. We arrived at the Savannah South KOA to drop off the camper. Nice park, but lack enough bathroom facilities. There was a bird sanctuary at the pond that had beautiful while swans. We left for River st. in Savannah historic district to have dinner at The Lobster Factory. Parking was a challenge, but finally found a spot on the hill a few blocks from the restaurant. This area looks like Fell's Point but different in how it sinks downward towards the river. Very steep hills and very interesting area with its many restaurants and bars along the river.








After dinner we drove to Forsyth Park to see the famous fountain. The drive to the park presented us with neighborhoods of gorgeous homes. I've never seen anything like it. Parking was a struggle and was able to find a spot across the street at SCAD, Savannah College of Art and Design. While walking to the fountain, we walked along with a couple from North Carolina that were there to see there son propose to his fiance at the fountain. They were trying not to seen by either of them since it was a surprise.  We really enjoyed seeing a glimpse of Savannah and need to come back to tour more areas.


Last Day at Cocoa Beach

Cesare and Michele drove to Darlene's place to meet up with Tina and walked around the beach while waiting for Tina. Dan was paddle boarding with Darlene in the ocean. Michele and Tina hung out while Cesare and the kids went to Barrier Jacks for a late breakfast early lunch. We love their food. It never disappoints. After Cesare and kids ate, they drove around site seeing up to Patrick AFB and other river side attractions.  Later in the day, The Pope's and us ordered Cuban sandwiches from Vargas cafe. They are know for their authentic Cuban food. While waiting for the food, the owner offered us "Spicy Coffee" Cuban style espresso with Cuban rum and tequila. It was good. The sandwiches were delicious and filling. After dinner we all walked to the beach and enjoyed the sunset ands waves. Later on we said our goodbyes and headed back to the camper to rest up for the next day's departure.

Second Day at Cocoa Beach

We took easy in the morning.  We had laundry to do so Cesare and Michele went to laundry mat. We arrived back around lunchtime to get the kids and go to the Dinosaur store.  After Kellen was finished checking out the store, we drove to Merritt Island for some Middle Eastern snack and Sinbad's. Afterwards we drove back to the camper because Cesare and Michele had dinner plans to celebrate Tina's birthday at Grill's near Jetty Park. Good meal and afterwards we returned to the Pope's condo for more drinking and conversation. Romi, Darlene and her daughter-in-law joined in on the dinner.


Monday, July 8, 2019

First Day at Jetty Park

Michele and Cesare spent the morning at Jetty Beach. Michele stayed on the beach while Cesare walked around Jetty Park.  Later in the day we went top Tina and Dan's place to hang out. 


Travel to Cocoa Beach and Jetty Park RV park

We made it Jetty Park, set up camper and went to eat at our favorite spot, Barrier Jacks for quesadillas, Mexican pizza, quiche and chicken fried steak. Afterwards we met up with Tina and Dan for the rest of the night.

Hollywood Studios on Saturday.

We were able to get on a few rides, but some of the rides had a two hour wait. We left around 6pm due to severe rain. We went back to the camper; ate left over Indian food and watched the first five episodes of season three of Stranger Things and went to bed.

Friday, July 5, 2019

Animal Kingdom today

We started late today after a very long day at Magic Kingdom. Started with the Tree of Life to see "It's tough to be a bug" and to Africa to the Kilimanjaro Safari. Disney does a great job at simulated African weather while waiting in line. It is a chilly 107 degree heat index. It is suppose to cool down to 80 by 6pm.

We went on the Dinosaur ride (pretty cool), Carina got scared. After the ride the storm clouds rolled in and released enough rain to end or day. We are getting Indian food and heading back to the trailer to watch Stranger Things 3.