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Category: The nitty gritty
Bring us an ambulance and make it snappy
There is a certain level of comfort in staying in a brand hotel such as a Sheraton, Westin, Marriott or a Fairmont. You generally know what you are going to get and there are no nasty surprises. Sometimes, however, it is good to be a bit adventurous and stay in a smaller independent hotel. It… Continue reading Bring us an ambulance and make it snappy
Tall tales of taxi rides
Do you ever get that sinking feeling when you get into a taxi? Do you take one look at the cabbie and think “Oh no, this is not good”. I know I have had that feeling more than once but some inate and stupid sense of good behaviour tells me to sit back and shut… Continue reading Tall tales of taxi rides
Stupid conversations in the sky
I love flying – I really do. I have short legs so leg room is never a problem. While I am flying I get served meals and drinks (sometimes for a fee!), I can usually watch a movie or even read my book – all without interruption. I regard that time in the air as… Continue reading Stupid conversations in the sky
Flying carpets and Genuine Fake watches in Kusadasi
“As you walk down these streets remember that you are walking the same streets as St Paul, St John and probably Mary, the mother of Jesus,” our guide told us as we walked into the ancient city of Ephesus. It was also the honeymoon choice for Cleopatra and Marc Anthony. Imagine that! Excavations continue on… Continue reading Flying carpets and Genuine Fake watches in Kusadasi
Roots – Malta style
Despite being covered in tattoos and only having one tooth – Chris is truly the best taxi driver in Malta. We had decided not to take any of the shore excursions in Malta as this was a very special stop for myself and my sister. She was born there back in the 50’s (not sure… Continue reading Roots – Malta style
Sicily – tales of Mafia and Mummies
Yes – I could just picture Marlon Brando in Forza d’Agro with his cheeks padded with cotton wool while he chastised all and sundry “And you don’t even call me Godfather”. Wow – Sicily. What an incredible place. Who knew? I saw it on the itinerary of our cruise and wondered why anyone would want… Continue reading Sicily – tales of Mafia and Mummies
Goodbye Amalfi…. hello Naples
Well when you travel …. Stuff happens. The stuff in this case was a strong wind and 4 foot swells so the Captain decided not to visit Amalfi which was a big disappointment to a lot of his passengers. However as we were going to tender in it probably made good sense – so instead… Continue reading Goodbye Amalfi…. hello Naples
Could someone call me a cab
The driver seemed to be an extra from Under the Tuscan Sun – tall, dark and handsome.
The cobbler’s children have no shoes
I am going to be stranded in Montreal in June. Actually that doesn’t sound too bad. I might end up liking it there. Here’s why – it’s all British Airways fault. I am off in a week to host a group of lovely people on board Regent Seven Seas. So I needed to get to… Continue reading The cobbler’s children have no shoes
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