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February 17th 2012
Published: February 17th 2012
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We flew to the islands from Quito, a quaint colonial city with an abundance of churches, each with more gold than the previous one. It was a pity we only had one day in our luxury hotel, but as always there was an ‘incident’. This time it was John falling down the stairs of our two storey hotel room. Suzanne knew not to giggle when she saw the colour and size of his ankle. Bravely he soldiered... Read Full Entry



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Iguanas having a scrapIguanas having a scrap
Iguanas having a scrap

You can be sure there's a female close by.
The Blue-footed Booby danceThe Blue-footed Booby dance
The Blue-footed Booby dance

Both sexes do this dance and when they have found their partner their feet lose the blue colour.Losers have blue feet all year round.
Nazca Booby babyNazca Booby baby
Nazca Booby baby

Almost as big as mum



21st February 2012

That red-footed booby is a seriously stylish bird! So happy you made it to the Galapagos at last, I am particularly jealous of this leg of your trip. Suzanne, maybe if you'd worn your yellow skirt you would have had more luck catching the captain's eye...
21st February 2012

Boobys and yellow skirt
Emma: I don't think even a yellow skirt would have detracted from swine flu!!

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