After the massive storm last night, we decided to postpone the trip to Arundel Castle and Petworth House until next week. Next week is "Jousting Week" at the castle. "Tuesday 25 - Sunday 30 July, 2017 Under the shadow of the mighty Castle throughout the Castle grounds, experience the thrill of the renowned Arundel International Jousting Competition, as revered knights from around the world gather to test their chivalry and skill at mounted combat in full plate...

Flying with Singapore airlines was a great choice. Currently ranked 2nd in the world, we now know why. Great cabin crew, excellent food and bathrooms that were always spotless. On half my visits to the "little room", a steward was leaving after cleaning, so they obviously work hard to achieve their ranking. We both managed to sleep a little on both legs, so not too tired on arrival. We cleared immigration fairly quickly however then found that Avis/Budget wer...

Oh you lucky people! Here in Kenmare it's Wednesday morning and drizzling with rain that is forecast to be "persistent". As a consequence, the Ring of Kerry and the Dingle are not an option and therefore Ches has proposed that she spend a couple of hours shopping in Kenmare (here we go again) and at lunchtime drive to Killarney for the afternoon. The tourist busses should be out of Killarney by mid morning and not return till late afternoon so it could be the bes...