California USA, Mexico, Guatemala & Belize This is my journal for my next trip from 17 March 2008 starting in LA, San Francisco, San Diego then down into Mexico. Will now be going to parts of Guatemala and Belize.

I reached LA eventually.  The flight got delayed by about an hour which was ok.  American Customs is as bad as what people say and it took about 1 1/2 hours to get through today!!  So far people here are either really friendly (warm) or are just stone cold - there is no between!!  The hostel Im staying in is in Santa Monica and is really good and is in an excellent location.  Havent done much today as feeling a bit knackered so wont be heading out on Paddy's Day i think!!!  Went to the supermarket earlier and ended up spending absolutely ages in there as there is SO MUCH choice I couldnt pick what I wanted and also the food is so cheap which Im not complaining about!!  Going to get a good night's sleep tonight ready for tomorrow!!