Down the slope.

This is the view onto Lake Tahoe. Absolutely stunning. Both from above and when you're right at the edge of the water. A truly peaceful place.

It's somewhat ironic that we went skiing in the sunny state of California, but the skiing season was still on in Heavenly. We were lucky that it was Friday and the slopes were not busy, so there was plenty of time for skiing. I was a bit apprehensive, because even though I started skiing when I was about six, it was a good few years since I went down the slope.

I really loved the beach: it reminded me of the Island. I'm in this phase that I only like things that resemble the Island - it seems that I've assimilated into the Islander community now. But in any case Lake Tahoe was so beautiful, with crystal clear water, wonderfully yellow sand and calming little waves. It's a shame it wasn't warm enough for a swim. It would have been absolutely amazing.

And I've found a diner which has satisfied my cravings for hash browns and sour cream. The trip was truly complete with this glorious post-skiing meal.

Most pictures were taken by the most precious Mr Magic. :)

The Bay Area.

San Francisco Bay Area spans over the region of San Pablo Bay and San Francisco Bay. It encompasses the cities of San Francisco, Oakland, San Jose and smaller cities such as Palo Alto, Mountain View and Santa Clara. It is the home to Facebook, Google and Stanford University.

In my Californian explorations, I've made my way to all three and even managed to get to the Computer History Musem. It is truly wonderful, with hundreds of exhibits, but I was a bit overwhelmed by all of it.

Luckily, twice a day there is a guided tour. Alex, a volunteer and computer geek, was so helpful in explaining the main revolutionary points in the history of computing. Highly informative and finally I got it!

Not to mention the amazing store there...

Now, Mountain View is the home of Google, so my trip would not be complete if I didn't make it to the Android Statutes.

Hop over to Menlo Park and you arrive at Facebook headquarters.

Stanford University is also relatively close by and I recommend joining one of the walking tours led by Stanford students. Even though the tour was filled with prospective applicants and was heavy on the topics relating to admission, it was nonetheless really interesting. The campus is huge and full of lovely spots. I only wish I had more time to just explore and sit around reading.

On a just a fun note, there is California's Great America here which is essentially a fun park filled with different rides. An interesting way to spend my first alternative Easter.

That's it for now! Till next time when I tell you about Lake Tahoe and skiing near the border with Nevada.

Discovering San Francisco.

Ehh, another Monday...

Or maybe not, if it involves a trip to San Francisco. I won't bore you today with a lengthy description. Just look at the pictures: it was amazing!

Caltrain station.

Women's Building.

The Castro

Delicious breakfast from The Cove in The Castro.

On the way to the Golden Gate Bridge.

The iconic bridge.

Laffing Sal from Musée Mécanique

The best attraction yet: a bunch of sea lions!

Lunch at Bubba Gump.

Stay tuned for my next U.S. update!