Blogs from Somerset West, Western Cape, South Africa, Africa

Left Safari Park and hoped to arrive at Somerset West about 3ish. Were making good time when there was a bad accident and were held up for about 40 mins. Fred drove all the way(only because he wanted some credit in bank so he didn't have to drive when we visit vineyard). Arrived about 3.30 so not too bad. Claudine and Francis gave us a warm welcome and we were soon on the champagne sitting in the sunshine. C&F's house is stunning and is like something out of a magazine. Claudine designed the interior and garden area herself so am sure she could add interior design to her CV. We had a bbq and the wine was flowing freely. But V and I gave up the ghost about 11.30 but F&C stayed up longer putting the ... read more

Hola! We are near the end of our Camino! ... read more

Right people! Finally un momento to blog! Saturday we arrived in Barcelona to be met by fab Audrey Buttle! Approximately 2.30. Got to Hotel Ramblas- on thee street in Barcelona! I was feeling so fluish and wondering how this week end would go! Well we unpacked and hit the town. Sangria in hand we were off....glorious food and wine....painted the town red. Hit the sack at 11pm with strict instructions -No wakey wakey before 9am! Breakfast 9.30.....this was not to be. Cell phone alarm set for 9am...Cell phone for some bizarre reason thought it was two hours ahead.HENCE we were in the foyer, unbenknow to us at 7.30 am....before breakfast was even open...SCREAM!!! And then laugh! Great breakfast then off to the Hop on Hop off bus!! Best sights, Sagrada Familia and mom went to Mass- ... read more

Can't write much as we have been so wonderfully busy in Barcelona. ....will fill you all in soon. We have a short flight tomorrow so we have to be up at 4.30 am. Just to say we ( Audrey, ma and i) have laughed so much, we are exhausted! !! ... read more

Hey hey it's Friday.... Today we fly....I have so much to say, yet at a loss for words. The nerves are firing madly and I think I might just have to 're pack my back pack one more time. had a superb farewell dinner on Wednesday night with nearest and dearest. Also had my brother and family over on Tuesday night for supper. Sister came over last night to chill and say good bye. Spoilt with cards and emails and crochet hearts and flowers for our trip. Feeling the good vibes. Much love for now xxx... read more