July 30

Monday of vacation was extremely laid back.  We spent most of the day hanging out on the beach, although we found some time to take group photos.  Daniel and David loved all the time with their cousins on the beach.  Their boogie-boarding skills improved dramatically.  There was quite a bit of throwing balls, playing smash-ball, and digging in the sand.

In the evening, we all went out for Mexican food and then walked over to the historic Hotel Del Coronado.  This place is amazing!  One of our party engaged an off-duty bellman to give us a tour, including the Crown Room and other impressive ballrooms.  The hotel opened in 1888 and has hosted multiple presidents and other dignitaries.  Just about all of the employees are convinced that it also is haunted.