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Getting lost while exploring
Woke well rested at the rest area and freshened up a bit. Drove the rest of the way to San Antonio and found an all-day parking spot. Searched for a diner unsuccessfully and settled on a little cafe which offered breakfast English muffins and coffee.
Noticed a sculpture of a drunk which looked like it was made from gladwrap. Stopped to take a look and the artist explained that it was actually a model of himself made out of tape.
Next, we found the Alamo and it had a huge line to go inside. Rather than wait in line we walked around the grounds instead and read the information plaques outside. There was a high school string instrument orchestra performing in the gardens which we listened to for a while.
Strolled along the picturesque river walk on cobblestone paths that line the river. There were beautiful old buildings with tiled staircases, bridges, fountains and gardens. It was lovely.
While searching for a public restroom we stumbled on a huge three story antique store which we spent a lot of time viewing. Downstairs had a collection of toys, jewellery, magazines, books, crockery, glassware, furniture etc. Upstairs there was vintage clothing and then we found piles & piles of old advertisements. Was fun looking at all the adverts for coke, cigarettes, alcohol etc. Then Sam found an advert for a Toyota and then a Datsun.....it was game over, he was on a mission. After over an hour of being his search assistant I got over it and way past hungry as it was past 2pm.
Had lunch at a stuffed animal museum cafe, deer etc lined the walls. They weren't very impressive burgers, probably the worst we have had. After lunch I was keen to visit the Alamo and Sam wanted to go back to the antique store. So we went our separate ways for an hour and a half.
There was no queue at the Alamo so I got straight in and was free entry which was a bonus. They take a picture of you in front of the Alamo as you enter, which was a bit awkward on my own. The Alamo is San Antonio's most famous landmark and is the setting for the battle for independence that took place in 1836. Enjoyed scanning through the documents which are all in light and temperature controlled displays. It's quite impressive on the inside, but you aren't allowed to take photos.
When I was finished in the Alamo I had some time up my sleeve so I visited the best-looking ice cream parlour and had a caramel sundae with coconut macaroon ice cream. Had a sneaky window shop and then met Sam out front of the Alamo. He had a bag full of old Japanese car advertisements and was pretty stoked with himself.
We hit the road to drive overnight planning to sleep at a rest stop just out of Fort Worth. But the rest stop was closed so we found the closest KOA campground and arrived in the middle of the night. They put packs in the directory board with sites that were available. We picked the smallest site which was still huge since they mainly cater for big RVs or buses. It's a great system when you are stuck. KOA all the way!
Noticed a sculpture of a drunk which looked like it was made from gladwrap. Stopped to take a look and the artist explained that it was actually a model of himself made out of tape.
Next, we found the Alamo and it had a huge line to go inside. Rather than wait in line we walked around the grounds instead and read the information plaques outside. There was a high school string instrument orchestra performing in the gardens which we listened to for a while.
Strolled along the picturesque river walk on cobblestone paths that line the river. There were beautiful old buildings with tiled staircases, bridges, fountains and gardens. It was lovely.
While searching for a public restroom we stumbled on a huge three story antique store which we spent a lot of time viewing. Downstairs had a collection of toys, jewellery, magazines, books, crockery, glassware, furniture etc. Upstairs there was vintage clothing and then we found piles & piles of old advertisements. Was fun looking at all the adverts for coke, cigarettes, alcohol etc. Then Sam found an advert for a Toyota and then a Datsun.....it was game over, he was on a mission. After over an hour of being his search assistant I got over it and way past hungry as it was past 2pm.
Had lunch at a stuffed animal museum cafe, deer etc lined the walls. They weren't very impressive burgers, probably the worst we have had. After lunch I was keen to visit the Alamo and Sam wanted to go back to the antique store. So we went our separate ways for an hour and a half.
There was no queue at the Alamo so I got straight in and was free entry which was a bonus. They take a picture of you in front of the Alamo as you enter, which was a bit awkward on my own. The Alamo is San Antonio's most famous landmark and is the setting for the battle for independence that took place in 1836. Enjoyed scanning through the documents which are all in light and temperature controlled displays. It's quite impressive on the inside, but you aren't allowed to take photos.
When I was finished in the Alamo I had some time up my sleeve so I visited the best-looking ice cream parlour and had a caramel sundae with coconut macaroon ice cream. Had a sneaky window shop and then met Sam out front of the Alamo. He had a bag full of old Japanese car advertisements and was pretty stoked with himself.
We hit the road to drive overnight planning to sleep at a rest stop just out of Fort Worth. But the rest stop was closed so we found the closest KOA campground and arrived in the middle of the night. They put packs in the directory board with sites that were available. We picked the smallest site which was still huge since they mainly cater for big RVs or buses. It's a great system when you are stuck. KOA all the way!
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