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This blog starts the way every blog seems to start…with the weather. "It's raining again ma!" “Oh bugger! The Hodgsons must be on another bloody cruise! I wish they'd stop it just for a few months so we can get a bit of sunshine around the place!!” 09:15am. Our first leg of the journey was a short half mile to Hough Green station. A simple task in itself but with the rain and the luggage and it seems a shame to take a taxi for such a short distance, I came up with a plan. I would drive down to the station with said luggage and Mrs H but I couldn't leave the car in the station car park for 3 weeks so would have to drive back. I couldn't leave Roisin to struggle in the ... read more
Roisin and her Super normal kingsize whopper
The private observation deck at Heathrow
The Clubhouse observation terace

Europe » United Kingdom » England » Greater London » Heathrow Airport February 21st 2014

So after Lucie (thank you!) gave me a cheeky lift to the airport avoiding the London train delays, I couldn't help but think nothing could go wrong with travel today. Little did I know that the temperamental German Lufthanza security services were on strike so our European plans had to be put on hold! Despite trying to wangle an upgrade (apparently doctor points don't work nowadays!) we (with unsurprising German efficiency!) ended up on a slightly delayed but direct flight to Johannesburg with South African airlines. Strolling through the security terminal I noticed Ed being stopped for a full (not cavity!) search - a bit of over enthusiastic filming with the go-pro apparently made him come across as an international super criminal!! After some sweet talking (and swifty video deletion!) and with 5 hours to kill, ... read more
Departures...

Europe » United Kingdom » England » Greater London » Heathrow Airport December 21st 2013

So I have found myself in an airport terminal, waiting for my first plane back home. I’m torn about this. On the one hand, I have really missed my family, friends, central heating, and bed. On the other hand, I am really tired and I have no desire to be travelling at the moment. Let’s start with a recap of the last little while and then we will look at each hand individually. So I started my exams and finished them with mixed feelings. I really enjoyed my courses so far, and I’m a little sad to see them end. My exams went okay, as far as I am willing to hope, but they were much more intimidating than I expected; the sheer volume of people taking them was infinitely daunting. After exams ended, I spent ... read more

Europe » United Kingdom » England » Greater London » Heathrow Airport December 14th 2013

This is more or less just a few photos. I previously posted a couple of blogs but thought I would just attach photos of the Crwydro experience! I am super happy with it. Anyhow, I hope you all enjoyed my trip to Wales haha. The next blog posts will consist of Scotland, the trip home, and hopefully some hiking experiences. :)... read more
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Europe » United Kingdom » England » Greater London » Heathrow Airport December 6th 2013

Welcome to our Travelblog! We are on the 15 minute warning to move before we leave for Heathrow. It is chaos with noise and last minute packing going on, and Reuben deciding what toys to take, (turtles, Spider-Man,Thor hammer....?) Daryl winding everyone up and Michelle going mad at the mess we've all just made as we entered the cleanest house in Aldershot! Laura, having a last minute re-pack and Den is left holding the baby. It really is like the scene from Home Alone! Follow us on our travels over Christmas, and New Year-see you all on the other side!... read more
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Europe » United Kingdom » England » Greater London » Heathrow Airport November 12th 2013

No not Beunos Fabulous Aires.......but British F........ Airways! Still stuck in Heathrow instead of lunching in Buenos Aires. Edin to London flight canceled last night so missed our connection to Argentina. Put up in airport hotel in edin & morning flight down. Hope to leave old blighty about 10 tonight. Been to all 2 bars in T5 and only 4 more hours to kill. !So now only 24 hrs in BA instead of 2days. Had to rearrange all our trips there. Things can only get better as the song goes......let's hope..... read more

Europe » United Kingdom » England » Greater London » Heathrow Airport November 4th 2013

Checked in, breakfasted, ready to rumble! Here I come world!!! ?... read more

Europe » United Kingdom » England » Greater London » Heathrow Airport November 3rd 2013

So, finally, the day arrived. Thanks Ally and Alice for bringing me up to the the airport where I'm chilling out at the hotel before the early 5am wake up call tomorrow. Wahay. Ready, willing and hopefully able....... Bring it on!!... read more
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Hello! The journey has begun, currently waiting for Ashni at heathrow airport having flown in from Manchester, enjoying duty free shopping! I just can't resist! How am I feeling? A lot more excited than this morning, now that Ashni's almost Here and I'm finally "in the zone", more mentally than anything. Past few days have included protective remarks off Aunts such as "oo the thought of letting my own daughter go there for so long scares me!" of course this hasn't helped, Spending time with my parents, and new baby (my sister jus had a little girl) and of course banking and money exchange. I was unable to find Peruvian currency anywhere, they all needed to order it in, instead I have opted for USD which is commonly used in SA, and easily exchanged as opposed ... read more


Eeeeee so excitedddddddd!! Just checked in, gone through security and found Saadia! And now getting ready to board the flight! Peru here we come!!!... read more




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