On the fifth day of creation, God created aquatic animals and flying creatures (Genesis 1:20–23). Well, he has me covered then although did go to Genesis 2024 yesterday 🤔 No great ideas came to me last night on planning my last day. What did come to me was neighbours next door so certainly glad not there the first 3 nights. They may not be especially ignorant , it could just be poor sound proofing in old hotels. And the loudest closing doors known to mankind. In a twist of luck I am one of two rooms in a vestibule so you open two doors in quick succession to enter . Or leave. Yay . I was going to open and close my door a few times at 53O am but fuck me they did first at 5 am. And came back….
First up then let’s check out a coffee shop near by. Of course being Saturday they open a little later . Then find some breakfast . Only thought came to me last night was head out Beverly Hills way and check on Rodeo drive etc. I never said it was a great thought, just an orphan. 50 mins on a bus 🤔Yay, finally found Frank Coffee . Or not. The Angels were not smiling today, it was closed.
May as well catch the 45 min bus to Beverly Grove then- the hip and happening place in LA. It was closed . To be fair it was only 8 am and certainly some big stores around. Time then to tick off two bucket list items – a US style breakfast and Hasten Heart Disease. King Road Cafe ticked both boxes. USA – where the amount of food on plate only beaten by amount of foam in cup.
I will add at this stage that I am 70:30 chance of sickening for the lurgy. Sore throat and a few sniffles 😰 As such not sure if should carry on to Rodeo Drive but then again what would I do rest of day. Glad I did and called ahead so they would clear the bus . Worked again
It is a cool cloudy day so for a change actually dressed just right. Nice and quiet on rodeo as I like it , don’t need any shops open. First up though did find a coffee place and have to remember to ask for Cortado even if not on menu. Alfred actually served me so guess Batman is out roaming.
A leisurely stroll down Rodeo Drive and really is a unique place I guess that just oozes glamour , much like myself. Great park nearby and all in all a great way to fill in time until drinkeries open which in Beverly Hills could be 90210 mins away 😰.
Well that worked up a thirst even with a scratchy throat . Google Maps assured me that the Boulevard Bar at 4 Seasons on Wilshire was open so duly rocked up. Rather fancy place but no harm asking . Got a menu after asking for a cocktail but when I also saw Peronis available that would do for now. Felt like I stood out a bit without an annoying poodle at my feet like the Sheila next door had.
Bartender switched on the golf so time to bond. “Hey Pal, I see there is a Pool Bar as well is that just for assholes or can non guests partake “ Think he appreciated some plain speaking so went away and asked and came back and gave ok. So it was quite odd just roaming from bar up to second floor of this swish hotel to an empty pool where once again asked politely and was told yes as long as you sit in that area which was perfectly fine. Went for the Sangria – as we are near Mexico – and it was soothing and perfect
It had been a great final morning after all but time now to head home on that final long bus trip. The TAP card works very well and did a lot of trips these last 4 days and all for about $15. Great value. Some undesirables sure but they are everywhere really. Pick up some rolls for lunch and dinner as not sure will go out again although may need some fresh air so could grab a coffee or a beer. Think we both know the winner there….
Checked in for flight tomorrow around midday and also room at Vegas . Probably catch an Uber this time around 730 in morning . Los Angeles has been great but wouldn’t come back for anything more than an overnighter at airport if needed. Oh that’s right , this is my last solo USA trip……apparently 😂
Biltmore was ok, nothing special . Let’s wait and see final bill tomorrow. It’s a dead area really unless you love Starbucks. A couple of pubs though and certainly good public transport. No real grocery shopping options. Golf was obviously the highlight but did enjoy Long Beach excursion. Will settle in watch some golf now and do a bit of packing etc . Which can only mean it’s time to start swinging those hips baby…..
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