Jun 7, 2010 - Egypt part 2

Day 8 We had a carefree night with the felucca parked-up and toilet tent pitched close onshore. There was a certain excitement sleeping aboard, we could spot beautiful stars and the drums from the cruise ship provided some entertainment. That morning we took off for Luxor. The bus ride was a drag with jolting roads. Still the pool and showers at the hotel were discovered with much relief. The town of Luxor appears affluent and vibrant. Day 9 Today has been filled with a variety of transport- mini bus, boat, hot air balloon and donkey. What...

May 18, 2010 - Terrific Tenby

The weekend gave me a unique opportunity to reunite with a high school friend, Irene. In many ways it seems like taking off where we left. The mission to pick up the rental car was stress-free and I was thrilled to drive a comfortable black Astra. At least I had enough room in the drivers seat- not so sure about the three lovely ladies in the back not to mention Shaun (Annie’s cousin) jammed in the front. So with NavMan at my side we found our way to the beautiful town of Tenby. It has a vibrant but relaxed feel about the town. The beaches...