Bucket Posted August 1, 2008 Posted August 1, 2008 A few weekends ago, I decided to visit my sister who is currently studying abroad at USC in Los Angeles. I was only in California for 4 short days, but in that time, we managed to see not only LA (and DCA), but also San Francisco. It's been quite awhile since I was last there, and it was great to see it again. I didn't take that many photos, as I'm not as talented a photographer like some people on this board, but I hope you enjoy the photos nonetheless! Exhausted (and bored) after being on the plane for so long... Look! Down below is San Francisco! Finally! A very pretty San Franciscan residential street. My sister's good friend Franzi, who happens to be an Au Pair in San Francisco while I was visiting. I stayed with her for the time that I was there. Here we are in a cable car! I love this store! I was so impressed with the size of this car! I've never seen a truck this big before in my life... that's why I took a picture next to it I always bought a ticket for the MUNI train in San Francisco, but the one day I didn't have anyone with me, I get controlled by the police! They were really nice though, but as you can see from my face, I am very nervous! Fisherman's Wharf Sunset near the Fisherman's Wharf Alcatraz at sunset Ah! Now I understand why guys seem to like the restaurant Hooters! Obligatory Golden Gate picture... I couldn't look at the camera because it was too windy! Does anyone know the name of this street? I just call it the "Full House" street...? Drivin' down the 101 to LA! How beautiful it is... My sister in the front with the sunglasses (yes, she is my adoptive sister for those who have been PMing asking me how I could have an Asian sibling!) and her friends at Santa Monica beach! Hey! I thought we left San Francisco! Oh, we did. This is DCA! My favorite ride at DCA was the Tower of Terror! I loved it. DCA may not be the best Disney park, but I really like it. I've always had a great time there. It's always impeccably clean, the staff are incredibly friendly, and the attractions there are quite fun for me! Thanks for reading!
dino Posted August 1, 2008 Posted August 1, 2008 Does anyone know the name of this street? I just call it the "Full House" street...? Once I saw that picture, the theme song instantly started playing in my head (not a good thing) . Oh and cool see/hear/speak no evil shot on tower. All in all nice TR.
Imagineer100 Posted August 1, 2008 Posted August 1, 2008 Great Pics! The ones from SF were really interesting. I've never been there would be nice to go some time.
cinciDAWGS12 Posted August 1, 2008 Posted August 1, 2008 These are some cool pics! I just went to Southern Cal a few weeks ago so this really brings back some good memories. You got to love Disney!
printersdevil78 Posted August 1, 2008 Posted August 1, 2008 Nickname of the "Full House" street is Postcard Row. Not sure what the "real" name of the street is (e.g. Elm Street, etc.). What I do know is that we visited San Francisco when I was 12, and I was much more excited to see those houses from the opening of "Full House" than I was to see the Golden Gate Bridge!
mr_teisco_delrey Posted August 3, 2008 Posted August 3, 2008 Steiner St at Alamo Square. Great SF shots. I am going in a few months. Can't wait. No parks, but a ton of mountain biking with my daughter.
topthrillmaverick Posted August 4, 2008 Posted August 4, 2008 Hah, the 'Full House' street. Wow, that really brings back some memories of when I was really little. Great picture on the Tower of Terror. I really miss Disneyland, wish I could go back sometime soon though.
mattnz Posted August 6, 2008 Posted August 6, 2008 Nice pictures - San Fran is really beautiful. DCA is actually one of my favourite parks - just love the feel of the place. Also, you look like a model! You should be in the next TPR calendar!
window Posted August 6, 2008 Posted August 6, 2008 Fantastic pictures. I've never made it over to the west coast, but people's recent TR's of DL and DCA are making me want to go. What is the deal with 'full house street'. I've never seen or heard of it? Is it from an American TV programme or something? p.s. your sister is v v nice
thrillgeek Posted August 6, 2008 Posted August 6, 2008 Ahh my home state. Very nice pics. DCA is a really nice park. I just love how quick the ride ops are. They can turn what seems like an hour long wait into 25 min Glad you had fun.
panda367 Posted August 6, 2008 Posted August 6, 2008 What is the deal with 'full house street'. I've never seen or heard of it? Is it from an American TV programme or something? It's an American 90's TV Show: Wiki Link
Bucket Posted August 8, 2008 Author Posted August 8, 2008 Thanks for all of the nice comments! Nice pictures - San Fran is really beautiful. DCA is actually one of my favourite parks - just love the feel of the place. Also, you look like a model! You should be in the next TPR calendar! What is the TPR calendar? Okay, here are the last bunch of pictures from my short California trip. I must say, after visiting twice, California is truly one of the most beautiful and wonderful places in the world to be. The weather is always amazing, the food is just on a whole other level, and entire vibe and attitudes of most Californians are so laid back and relaxed... totally different than the students here in New Hampshire (and from anywhere I've ever been for that matter!). I would love to call California my home one day! How beautiful it is. You can see most of San Francisco from this point! Goodbye, San Francisco! The car that we traveled around in! It was the car of my friend. I will never get tired of looking at the lovely California coast. Nothing beats it, really! We were craving In N Out because we've heard only the best things about it, but unfortunately couldn't find one our whole trip! Subway had to do instead... =( Obligatory Hollywood sign picture. The most stereotypical LA street. What I've seen in TVs my entire life about California is this... sunny and a lot of palm trees! One of the best rides at Disneyland! The crew working that day was great! Dispatching trains at lightening speed! The best ride, in my opinion, is Indiana Jones. I really loved it! Some of the wonderful theming in the queue. I love Disneyland so much! Went to the beach the next day. Can you guess who is European and who is Californian? At the airport getting ready to leave for New Hampshire. Grr... do I have to leave already? Thanks for reading!
RIP Psyclone Posted August 8, 2008 Posted August 8, 2008 You couldn't find a single In-N-Out Burger? You were in both NorCal and SoCal, with people from California, so I find that hard to believe! Oh well, maybe next time, right?
dino Posted August 8, 2008 Posted August 8, 2008 No In-N-Out? Well then that's just another reason to come back to California then. Nice pics, looks like it was a really fun trip. BTW I was wondering if you found there to be a big difference between Norcal and Socal regarding people,places, and overall vibe? What is the TPR calendar? Here it is
Bucket Posted August 8, 2008 Author Posted August 8, 2008 No In-N-Out? Well then that's just another reason to come back to California then. Nice pics, looks like it was a really fun trip. BTW I was wondering if you found there to be a big difference between Norcal and Socal regarding people,places, and overall vibe? Well, on the drive down from San Francisco to Los Angeles, we passed a few In-N-Outs, but they were all unfortunately closed because it was already so late! No matter, just another reason to visit California again! I was wondering if you found there to be a big difference between Norcal and Socal regarding people, places, and overall vibe? With the short days that I was in California, I thought that people from the South seemed way more relaxed with a lot of things. My sister's friends from USC wanted to throw a surprise party for her. Being typical German, I had to know who, what, where, when, why, and how. But my sister's LA friends just told me, "Don't worry! Just bring booze and show up at my house at 6:00 PM!" Totally relaxed mindset, and I love that. Also in southern California, people seem to randomly have conversations with one another. Every coffee shop, clothing store, or restaurant that I went to, people would ask me how my day was, where I was from, and how I liked Los Angeles so far. I guess with the beautiful weather that you guys have plus the ocean next door, it's expected to be this friendly! In San Francisco, I thought the people were almost the same as the people in LA in terms of mannerisms, but were a bit more impatient. Asking for directions was always a challenge because their lives are just too fast paced to be interrupted. I noticed also a big change in style between the north and the south. People from LA, men and women alike, tend to dress in brighter colors that excsensuate their bodies whereas in San Francisco, people dress to be fashionable. (meaning darker clothes, scarves, coats... etc) The differences aren't that extreme from what I've seen... but the again, what do I know about Californians! I was only there for a few days! But it's really left a positive impression in my mine. I can't wait to go back....
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