The Grand Canyon

The Grand Canyon

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October 18th 2008
We got up early for a change and made the most of our complimentary breakfast. (a few extra items were also smuggled out for snacks later on!). It was 80 miles to the south rim of the Grand Canyon and we arrived bright and early (well before midday anyway!). The next 2 hours were then spent driving along the accessible parts of the south rim and visiting the numerous view points. By the early a ... read more

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