A day at the bay

The four of us took a drive downtown after church to enjoy the gorgeous weather. We ended up at the Maritime Museum of San Diego located on the bay which houses historic vessels including the steam ferry Berkeley; the 1904 steam yacht Medea; the 1914 Pilot; a B-30 Soviet attack submarine; the state’s official tall ship Californian — a replica of a mid-19th century revenue cutter; and the H.M.S Surprise, a magnificent replica of an 18th century Royal Navy frigate featured in the award-winning film “Master and Commander: The Far Side of the World.”

Of course famous San Diego bay wouldn't be the same without a few gorgeous and massive cruise ships. In fact, that day, we were graced with the presence of Princess Mariana. Princess Mariana belongs to Mexican communications IUSACELL owner, Carlos Peralta Quitnero who reportedly paid 92 million dollars cash for this mega yacht. It was stunning and many, including us couldn't help but to stare in awe. On board, a few young children raced around the decks while the crew entertained them and tried to answer questions by passer-byers. One question, "Who owns her?" to which the reply came with a very posh accent, "I cannot say sir." Hmmm?
Don't fret though, for you can lease this luxury item for a mere $650,000 per week. Couch change really.



Princess Mariana