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[*] posted on 2-25-2013 at 08:57 AM
recent trip to the California central coast


Mi esposa had a birthday recently and when I asked her what she wanted, she said she always wanted to tour Hearst's Castle. Well, it doesn't take much prodding for me to hit the road...............

We spent two nights in Cambria on Moonstone Beach. Our motel must have been about 150 yrds from this view.




popular spot for seals too.




all three days were stellar in the weather dept. Morro Rock in the distance.



Morro Rock




San Simeon pier, built by and used by Hearst for unloading many of the European treasures that filled the interior and exterior of the "castle".




That's carved teak eves.




The tile work at the Roman Pool is indescribable.







Liked this local Pinot very much, the grapes used for this bottling are in vineyards 3 miles from the coast.




Remember Rockford Files? His trailer for several seasons was parked in the lot just behind me. The funky restaurant there is a favorite stop for us.




Mi Esposa was a happy girl!!




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[*] posted on 2-25-2013 at 09:07 AM


Good job esposo Ken!



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[*] posted on 2-25-2013 at 11:19 AM


Great places...My Uncle Ken lived in Morro Bay..spent lots of time there...



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[*] posted on 2-25-2013 at 11:24 AM


Nice birthday trip, Ken! That's such a scenic stretch of the coast.

I was following your breadcrumbs about a month or so ago.




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[*] posted on 2-25-2013 at 11:46 AM


You & your new camera are doing well I see:o



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[*] posted on 2-25-2013 at 11:54 AM


Thanks for the beautiful pictures!



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[*] posted on 2-25-2013 at 01:02 PM


Gorgeous images as usual Ken!
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[*] posted on 2-25-2013 at 01:57 PM


Beautiful....I love it so much there I'd rather live in LA and just visit so I appreciate it that much more...heh.
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[*] posted on 2-25-2013 at 02:19 PM


Fabulous images Ken, of one of my favorite places in the world!!



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[*] posted on 2-25-2013 at 06:44 PM


The cove at Hearst Castle used to be a haven for rum runners during prohibition.



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[*] posted on 2-25-2013 at 10:01 PM


Thanks for the kind comments.

Not just wine country up that way. One of the states better craft brewers is in Paso Robles. Firestone Walker.

I like their DBA, which is an english style bitter ale, and their Porter.

They are available widely in CA.




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[*] posted on 2-26-2013 at 09:12 AM


Very, very beautiful, amigo.

Number three is my absolute favorite ---- such a calming image. :yes:




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[*] posted on 2-26-2013 at 09:52 AM


Wow, really enjoyed these photos Ken. Thanks for sharing. Love the area...



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[*] posted on 2-26-2013 at 01:56 PM


Thanks for the pics. Heading to Cambria for our 25th anniversary in May
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[*] posted on 2-26-2013 at 04:42 PM


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Thanks for the pics. Heading to Cambria for our 25th anniversary in May


We had a very good meal here in Cambria, highly recommend. Have a great time.

http://www.robinsrestaurant.com/dinner-menu/




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