As we send this last post we are sitting in Manchester Airport and all flights have been cancelled due to an error with flight control here, Gatwick and Heathrow. No idea how long we will be waiting oh dear never mind
A little birdie told Colin that there was tram ride in Llandudno so that's were we went, up the Great Orme for some fantastic views.
CONWY and what a lovely place to be. We started with a walk around the castle walls and Castle then sat on the waterfront enjoying the view.
The Smallest house, and it definitely is small.
A very short visit to Chester but enough time to walk around the city
Has lots if info on photography, sound, TV and movies. BUT it was a bit discounting with lots of things missing and not a very cohesive set up. The IMAX cinema in 3D was very good though so not made up for the rest. You would think having a Dalek on display there would Dr Who stuff, no there wasn't,
Back in England we stopped in Carlisle so that we could ride the Settle to Carlisle train, which runs through some impressive countryside and passes over large viaduct that attracts a lot of railway enthusiasts. Before that we had a short visit to Lannercost Priory.
Unfortunately we had to head South pasing through Glen Coe. and some spectacular scenery even in the rain, Then into Luss at Loch Lomond where we met Alba the hairy coo. With a final stop at Gretna Green and Paddington crashing a wedding at Gretna Green
This beautiful castle was miles away from anywhere and the scenery was amazing inside and out. Some people drove up took a photo and left, Silly devils they missed a treat.
Lots of castles and amazing scenery starting Brodie Castle and the ruins of Urqhart Castle both near Inverness. NO we didn't, see Nessie
Not sure who we will meet or what we will see as we go further north then west and south
This was for Colin..
11 lockes moved the boats along this part of the canal, now this amazing construction replaces them all saving time and energy. For more information ask Colin, or Google it
Couldn't visit Paddington Station without visiting my name sake.
The family turned up for a short hello to every one on the balcony
I don't think our invitation to King Charles arrived in time,as he missed the opportunity to have afternoon tea with us. Never mind we had a wonderful day.
The amazing Golden Carraige
Beautiful Hever Castle once home to Anne Boleyn
Always a favourite with it's Tudor and Georgian history and gardens
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What a day over 14000 steps, a ride on the river, trains and the tube. 7th heaven for a lover of transport.
We finally had a day doing nothing , just relaxing, washing and catching up with John and Claire. THEN we were off again starting with a day sailing up the Thames and a visit to Hampton Court., Chartwell (Winston Curchills home) and Hever Castle
Resting in London and I found some new luggage direct from Venice
What a day, meeting Nicola Josh and Evie such a thrill having travel all the way to Paris to meet us. Then we were off to Notre_Dam Cathedral, and the Louvre. Found some shade on steps bt the river then went for a cruise as the eclipse passed over
Today we played on the underground, went to the Sacre_Coeur, didn't get in again as the que was horrendous. Watched the artists, did some shoping then went to the Tocadero lookout point and walked down to the Tower. Trying to keep in the shade as much as possible.
Forecast was for 32 but seemed warmer. Rode on the underground and trams went to the museum and arete lots of gelato. Colin rested in the shade while Janet went to the Residenz museum. Paris is the next stop.
Final day in Regensberg and back to the sip birthed at Passau. Paddington the Captain and his crew then sat in the captains chair for a short sail in the Passau area.
Another day on the bus but it was worth it at this Bavarian medieval city. I didn't want to fall into the river so had a helping hand while on the bridge
Seeing as we are not sailing and on the coach each day it's time to try something new
Love this city, beautiful, historic, colorful buildings, and lovely gardens just magical
Lunch at Gottweig Abbey tasting the wine and eating gelato.
Well we had a mixed bag today. Due to the extreme weather river levels being low the boarding procedures were changed and the night Cruise of Budapest was cancelled. So after a long taxi ride we finally boarded and explored the ship, we didn't go out for long, 38 was a bit hot.
In the city of music, Mozart and Strauss you have to go the Opera House
Vienna means, chocolate, good coffee,and cake, music and oppulent buildings.
Schonbrunn Palace the imperial families summer palace, at least it used to be. Gorgeous place with stunning rooms. Due to a problem at the start of our tour we only had 20 minutes free time to see the gardens and get back the pick up point. Good job really because it was far too hot though to walk around.
Behind me on my left is the Pest side of the city, full of history in the castle district and up to the Fishermans Bastion both with panoramic views.
What can we say about this area it's a monument dedicated to the fisherman that helped protect this part of the city in world War 2. It looks like a fantastic castle with ornate turrets and walk way. Looking g over to the Buda side. I think that is correct.
Well we had a mixed bag today. Due to the extreme weather river levels being low the boarding procedures were changed and the night Cruise of Budapest was cancelled. So after a long taxi ride we finally boarded and explored the ship, we didn't go out for long, 38 was a bit hot.
A week to go Paddington has his passport, and his bags are packed, a little early but that doesn't matter. We had to remove the marmalade sandwiches of course but he is happy with the special meal order and is ready to go.
A picture tells a thousand words, and we will have plenty of stories to share. Take a look at some of Paddington's previous photo's in the Photo Gallery
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