Blogs from Newcastle, County Down, Northern Ireland, United Kingdom, Europe

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Geo: 54.9778, -1.61323We awoke in Edinburgh to the nicest, sunniest day yet. That wouldn't last for long. After missing our turn, we were nearing the castle before deciding to turn back and walk quite a distance downhill to the train station. It had no garbage cans. Jeannette broke the law by being charitable to a pigeon (aka "flying rat"). Fortunately, she escaped arrest and/or ejection. After a short breakfast we boarded our GNER train bound for York. We were seated on both sides of table facing one another, which was quite nice. Unfortunately, our car's HVAC was not working, so it was a bit stuffy, especially for Barb and Jake, who were sitting in direct sun. They announced numerous times that anyone caught smoking would be ejected from the train. What a strong word, but funny. ... read more




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