And Now We Know Where Noah's Ax is Buried!

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April 6th 2016

Published: April 6th 2016

Well, we survived a 24 hour travel day....got a few short naps in along the way, but it was so good to get into bed last night! The whole trip went smoothly..all the connections worked...no problems with lines or wait times in any of the airports. British Airways from Seattle to London was a treat: great food and service. We had arranged an airport pick-up from the apartment owners, so getting he... Read Full Entry

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Lynn Beebe

Beebe

I was a primary teacher in a K-12 alternative school. In 2006, I took a leave for four months, travelling through Central America. I visited schools and studied Spanish along with being a tourist. My class followed my travels through this blog. I have continued to use this blog to keep friends, family and my students connected to my travels, recently in Mexico and now Kenya! 2009 I am now retired and my husband and I hope to do even more traveling! I am volunteering in an after-school program on the Indian reservation where we live and at the local art museu... full info

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7th April 2016

Diane Darling
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Tips on things to do in Istanbul
Living vicariously through your blog. Darrell says to walk to the Pera Palace Hotel for an afternoon gin & tonic and if you're nice, they might show you Agatha Christie's room. A turkish bath is quite an experience; make sure to cool down before you leave the baths. Take a ferry across the Bosphorus to Asia. it's a nice crossing.

9th April 2016

Beebe
Lynn Beebe

Thanks!
Unfortunately, we are staying away from the more ex-pat areas for now....so probably no Pera Palace Hotel....and a port warning today, so we may not get to the Prince's Island tomorrow....but otherwise, we having a great time!

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