JAPAN April - June 2024

Singapore - last stop

Last stop. Left Arron at Dubai airport as he is on his way back to Brisbane. While we are staying in Singapore, to indulge in some rest, before we return to the dry. Today we ventured over to the Botanical gardens. Had a delightful wander for 4 hours, to be chased away by thunderous rain after lunch . . . back to hotel for a rest. Caught a taxi to Little India. Celebrations went on all night. We stayed in the shopping centers, as they are open 24 hours and air conditioned. Interesting array of goods. When we came out around midnight there were thousands of people and the traffic was at a standstill. Had to walk to the Hilton to ask them to call a taxi . . . I bought a couple of extravagant, over the top pieces. (I will be ready for when we go to our next Indian wedding.) Also, some batik material and some embroidered silk. . .promise, that is it! Quiet day - reading and relaxing followed by a taxi drive around the city. Today we wandered over ...

Holiday 2019 Rye to Cambridge

RYE - Drove through from Farnborough to arrive early so we could walk around this quaint town. Looking at the medieval and Georgian houses lining the winding cobbled streets is a treat. I love this little town with all it's old world charm. We wandered - sat having a cider while admiring the views - wandered some more, ate, strolled and then ate a late evening meal before taking a last stroll along Mermaid street back to our Lodge .. Climbed to the top for spectacular views over the town and estuary beyond. Rye is one of the most complete medieval towns remaining in England today. A renowned center for antiques and art galleries. . . saw a few must haves which I did not buy . . . booohoo! Sat and read books published years before we were born, sipping great ice coffee's made using Cam's strict instructions. Lots of icecream, no ice. Rye has retained many small family owned businesses with unique gift...

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