Gringalicious in San Diego Travel Series - Part 2 San Diego Zoo!
Finally back home and able to sort through my photos and tell you guys more about our trip. It was amazing and just like when I went to London, I already can'y wait to return. There are are just so many things to see and do there I could have spent many more days happily.
In the first post I hared on the trip I only share the first day, and as we were traveling for much of it, it was really only a half day. Day two was a very fun and full day and it happened to be Valentine's Day. We hit the zoo and Horton plaza, both on this day, but I honestly have so many pictures I've decided to split it into two posts so I can show you everything. So this post is about our trip to the famous San Diego Zoo!
The Day started off of course, with something delicious. Everyday of the trip we ate breakfast at the hotel becuase it was one of the included amenities in out stay. The selections were many, but I'm such a creature of habit I went with my favorite almost everyday, fruit and yogurt. Unfortunately they didn't have berries everyday but I really enjoyed the melons and other refreshing options.
Before we headed out for the day I was gathering my things and realized that I'd made a humorous mistake in packing and grabbed the wrong thing. You see, I'd meant to get my camera strap but I accidentally had packed an extra pair of red shoelaces instead. Hey, I think my Macgyver moment worked out just fine. It might just become my new thing.
As I'm sure most would agree with me, the highlight of the zoo is typically seeing the large animals in real life. Yes, the small exotic creatures are a lot of fun, but seeing animals like lions tigers and bears up close is so excting. We actually had to return to a few of the animals spot's later in our day because they weren't in sight the first time. This happened with the lions, tiger, cheetah, and jaguar. Basically all the big cats, which are my favorites, so we had to make the effort to see then again.
Also, I think there's definitely a lot to be said about what certain zoos and foundations do to help animals and endangered species, so I'm not trying to be controversial here, but I also like to be honest and open about any of my opinions. That's why I must admit that my sister and I noticed a few of the animals that seemed very pitiable. The polar bears in particular looked very unhappy. I just can't see how keeping an animal that's designed to live in the arctic in a warm climate like this can be a good thing.
That said, I'm sure the zoo has done a lot to provide for all the animals there, and many of them seemed perfectly content with their pet humans. (Oh, hey if you want to see a great post with more of the bubbles check out my sister @fullofhope 's post HERE)
Oh and the pandas were so fluffy! (If you want to see more of them check out my sister @fullofhope 's post HERE)
I also might have to adopt a baby baboon, so cute!!!
Until the next post then!
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great second part of the story :) the mac gyver moment :D looks awesome with the shoestrings. maybe you are on to sth. :D
ahh, you caught my mac gymer momemt, that's funny. You're the first one to mentioned. Thanks so much for actually reading my post @exploreand
:)
Amazing pictures. Seeing big animals in front of the eyes is a lot different than seeing them on a screen or pictures.
In a few months I will begin wildlife photography and spend a good time in forests n wildlife sanctuaries.
Seeing the wild in front of you truly shows you what wildlife is like. The life is not limited to brick forests, i.e., cities. The life in the wild is truly amazing.
You get a glance of wildlife in the zoo.
When I saw a rhinocerous in front of my eyes, I could not believe how big & massive it was.
Now that's what I'm talking about, that's awesome commenting.
I'll be watching for your wildlife photos. Where will that be?
Do you already have a post about the Rhino?
Not too soon. Hopefully, after a couple of weeks I will begin posting my wildlife captures. I will definitely let you know.
I don't have the Rhino picture with me as I saw him a couple of years ago.
Right now, I will be posting tech related content, digital marketing, etc.
That all sounds great. I am really looking forward to those wildlife photos
Thanks for your interest. I will surely let you know.
wao wao wao
@gringalicious, i need not ask if you had fun, you sure did have a "mad" fun, every bit of the moment was well captured. Thanks to you.
I would love to visit also. This is just super awesome
i remember watching a documentary about the San Diego zoo. For sure they treat animals well... the animals there probably eat a lot better than a lot of humans...lol
thanks so much for the great commenting @liwen12345, I really appreciate you taking the time
I would love to visit the California Beaches one of these upcoming summers. I will definitely stop by the zoo. What kind of nikon are you using?
I'm using the D750 and my sister @fullofhope is using my other camera, the D5300
Thank you for the info. Great photography, keep it up!
@gringalicious I just have to ask, What were the turtles doing in the Picture you took ??
Also if you would like come on over and see my latest BLOG if you would like to look at some Silver Koala's........@stokjockey
I think the turtles were playing king of the hill
Sweet! The shoe lace camera strap was pretty slick. Like they say, improvise, adapt, and overcome. :)
you caught that, that's awesome. My D750 was a Christmas gift from my parents. My dad was less than happy to hear that I was using shoe strings as a strap. Fortunately, all turned out well, LOL
Heh! But at least you took some amount of measures to secure the camera. Rock on. :)
I can see you had a nice trip, how was the adventure @gringalicious
thanks so much for taking the time to comment on my post @princeyk
Wow! I was used to seeing your great food photography blogs that looking at your travel photos surprises me and amazes me. Great photos and a great travel experience for you and your sister. What a fun way to spend the Valentine's day for you both. 👍
Awesome commenting @filnette, thanks so much. Yes, I intend to have several travel posts this year. My next scheduled trip is Chile
That sounds promising. I'll be on the lookout for your Chile travel post. 😊