7.06.2011

weekend photo diary #1.

hamburgers, check.
fun in the sun, check.
the latter part of the 4th of july weekend was spent playing tourist. we got a couple of rooms in a hotel and hit the town. we did so much in a day that i'll probably break up the pictures into a few posts. still an overload of pictures to follow.

we headed out early to get good parking,
then set off to find breakfast. 

(dress, fighting eel)
ham & cheese crepe.

after breakfast, we spent several hours at the beach. the weather was nice and sunny, and the water was cool. no pictures taken since i was in the water.
next stop, coffee.


the international market place had so many goodies. tons of rings and jewelry and stuff, but i couldn't stop to look...the others wouldn't have it. apparently, they weren't on this mini vacay to shop.


 we headed to the hotel to see if we could check in early, but no such luck. we grabbed lunch and ate at the park.
some of the best burgers in town.

and who can resist this tree. i just had to get one swing in.

we went to the zoo to kill time, but that is a post in itself. pictures to follow.
finally, we were able to check in.

not exactly the lap of luxury, but it was free (paid with mileage) and served its purpose...a convenient place to sleep.
next stop: hotel pool, parade, and a movie on the beach.
stay tuned...

in case you missed it, check out the first part of the weekend:

45 comments:

Meri said...

Cute jumping pic! I love your dress, its perfect for summer! Can't wait to see parade pics

Keri Shadai said...

It seems like you had sooo much fun!
The tree actually reminds me of a popular tree at Bayside Park in Miami!

fashioneggpplant said...

happy 4th of july! what a fun "vacay" yu look super cute :)

cryskay said...

looks like you had a fun stay-cation! xx

Christa Cox said...

i LOVE your pictues and outfits! looks like so much fun

Patricia said...

Looks like a ton of fun! Adorable dress ;o)

Patricia @ Lemondrops.

BARESTUDY (Janelle) said...

looks like an awesome weekend. you're so cool. wish i'll be as cool as you when i finally have my own kids. haha!! :) i like your dress btw.

Janelle
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Neekoh said...

You look great in that dress! It's festive AND chic. Hard to accomplish together!

XXo,
Neekoh

Unknown said...

Cute pictures! Love your outfit! :)

Rosalia
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Fashion Confessions of a Mommy said...

What fun and great way to take advantage of miles. You take the best angles. Loved the photos.
Daphne.
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Unknown said...

oh what fun! we bbq-ed till today, can you believe it? can't wait for more photos.

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fashion and frank said...

Looks like an amazing day and i loove the hat with the stripey dress - excellent x

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caramellitsa said...

such a fun post! love it seems like an awesome day!!!

kisses <3

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Samantha said...

Great pictures!
Thanks for stopping by Nifty Mom!

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Jess said...

Lovely photos! Looks like you had such a lovely day!!

xx
Jess

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Unknown said...

Great place! I would love to shop at that market! Thanks for saying hello!

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Pam @ over50feeling40 said...

This looks like a day I would love!! How much fun....

Valerie said...

Seems like such a fun day! Love your "hanging" pic and is that an owl bag on the glass case? So cute!! xx

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Catamiaou said...

I want to go there too. Have fun ^__^

Down This Road said...

yum i want a big burger!! looks like a fun weekend doll! x

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AlbeeLucky said...

Looks like you had a lot of fun. Thanks for sharing pics. + What a cute little dress for strolling around sightseeing. I could have spent hours at the MarketPlace to snag a handful of goodies.

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Style Journey said...

Oh my gosh! Everything is so beautiful and the food looks fabulous! Now I want a burger and to swing on that tree :)

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Cel said...

Mmm crêpes... they had a mobile crêpe truck at a festival I went to last summer. Getting a hot tasty crêpe at 5am after a night of dancing is awesome.

That tree is so cool! Nothing like that grows here. Can't wait to see the zoo pics.

Marie said...

You're dress is great!
x

Balancing Lisa said...

Looks like a lot of fun! and I LOVE that shot of you hanging from the tree! lol

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Baby Budget Blog said...

Liking this shoot idea! And of course loving the stripes!

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Lovely Grey said...

i love vacation blog! you're a rockstar, i love coffee too :) i am following you now, hope you follow me too. that would be much appreciated :)
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Tiffany said...

Oh, I've been to the International Marketplace! I wish I could transport myself back there. Not only for the cute jewelry, but also for the perfect weather, the gorgeous beaches, etc. You are one lucky lady to live in my idea of heaven!

And that blue and white dress is too cute!

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Unknown said...

I haven't been to the zoo in forever! Looks like you had a fun time :) That crepe looks delicious...speaking of - I need lunch.
-Linh

Aquí said...

great photos! The crepes look so good! Looks like you had such a wonderful day!

Unknown said...

Looks like so much fun!! I wish I was back on vacation!!

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Sisters and Sisters said...

Such a great diary! Looked like you had a great time:)!

X
H&C

Villarrazo Madrid said...

We follow you now sweetie!!! You look gorgeous in that navy dress!! :)

kimbirdy said...

so many fun things! i especially love that tree. and your hat of course. :)

Kat said...

looks like a wonderful trip! :) cute dress!

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De Vero said...

Lovely dress and I like that hat!
Great picture the one in the bed ;)

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Amy said...

What a fun holiday! Cant wait to see the rest of the pics :D

Evil Nelly said...

pic no.15 is my absolute fav!

hugs,
Nelly
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laura said...

I want that crepe. And a burger, please. I agree with you-- who could resist that tree?!?! It's absolutely gorgeous! like your dress! :)

Laura Hunter-Thomas said...

Ah, I see. Well, good for you! What a super-great giveaway win!! I'll say again, jealous! :)
Mmm crepes...this one looks so good...I totally have the munchies now!
x

Laura @ beautynotbull.com

Hautepot said...

I am sooo jealous of your vacation! Your photos look great!

Chrissy said...

that market looks amazing! i could happily spend hours in a place like that.

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