2014 August ----- Even though Glo had printed off a map and even though Pearl gave us verbal directions to get to Tarland, we got terribly lost. It was supposed to be easy. Turn right at the edge of town, go toward Huntley, turn right again, then follow your nose to Tarland. We ended up... Continue Reading →
Scotland – Dufftown
2014 August ----- We landed in Inverness. The car was rented in Irene's name because we knew that she would become the designated driver after Ed had sampled a few Scotch Whiskeys, which was basically the reason for this trip. Irene made it very clear to Ed to remind her to stay on the left... Continue Reading →
Croatia – Vir
2014 August ----- VIR ----- Once back in Vir there was not much to do except lay on the beach, snorkel and laze about. Ivan's house is a 2 story structure that was built to accommodate visiting relatives. The main floor is the primary residence, with two bedrooms, large living room and kitchen. There is... Continue Reading →
Croatia – Zadar
2014 August ----- Len, Michaela, Julian, Ed and Irene took the rental car back to the Zadar airport a few days early and decided to make a day of it. We took a taxi into Zadar to explore the Old City. We didn't see and do as much as we normally would have, because Michaela... Continue Reading →
Croatia – Dubrovnic
2014 August ----- It is really hard to miss the old city. It is HUGE! The cars driving by and parked next to the great walls look like toys. We found a parkade (ask for the long term rate) and called our host to meet us in order to guide us to House Hilda, within... Continue Reading →
Croatia – Krka
2014 August ----- Early the next morning (1 August) Len, Michaela, Sara, Irene and Ed headed off to Krka National Park. This beautiful park is renown for its flora and waterfalls. We walked about 2 km, along winding boardwalks and dirt trails, taking in the abundance of small waterfalls, flowers, fish, water snakes, and colorful... Continue Reading →
Croatia – Novalja
2014 July ----- Len, Sara, Ed and Irene left London together on a Ryan Air flight to Zadar. We landed, proceeded through customs, then rented a car. Since Len has a EU drivers license that prohibits him from driving a standard transmission automobile, Ed had to rent it in his name. Apparently, they are not... Continue Reading →
Mexico – Playa del Carmen & Chichen Itza
2014 May ----- The winter just was not relenting, even into May. Ed had 7 days off. We decided to get away from winter and slip off to someplace warm. Mexico and Cuba are our best choices in such circumstances, due to time and price. Sunwing had a cheap last minute junket to Mexico..... We... Continue Reading →
United Kingdom – London
2014 April ----- My son has lived in London for 15 years. I have traveled there to visit him at least 8 times, possibly more, I don't know for sure. I have never thought to write about it. I was just visiting my son and his wife. In hind site, it really has been an... Continue Reading →
Mexico – Mazatlan
2014 March ----- My daughter, Sara and I had been talking about taking a Mom/daughter holiday for years. We finally decided to do it! Whereas I am retired, Sara had a fixed set of days off from her hair styling job, so she entrusted me with the booking details. This was really hard for my... Continue Reading →