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The flight on the A380 was very good, so good that you don't even feel the plane take off and I almost didn't feel it land either...but land it did. We were now back in Merry Olde Blighty....and we felt the cold as soon as we got off the plane. Next up was the laughing stock known as British Immigration. The UK & EU queue was in chaos with only 3 people on the desks, the automatic scanner section was closed but no one bothered to let anyone know and so mayhem ensued. The "Other Passports" section was better manned and less of a queue. Eventually I was let back in to the UK by the nice chap with the impressive Islamic beard.
We then headed to the Terminal 3 Underground Station for the Piccadilly Line. We change over to the District Line at South Kensington and get off at Victoria. We've booked the National Express Bus back to Cardiff so we can end the trip in the same way we began. We've got a couple of hours to wait and so check the bag in at the coach station and have a wander. We needed to get our tickets sorted but every information desk was closed. We walked around Victoria Railway Station and noticed the beggars and street sleepers, something that was a bit of a shock after not seeing such things for a few weeks.
Back at the coach station I try to collect the bag and hand my ticket over, only to be told that I cant do this as other people are waiting to deposit their bags. I explain that I'm just waiting to collect the bag and I'm happy to wait. I'm then rudely told that I cant simply walk up to the desk and wait. I'm not sure what this guy wants me to do. If it were Dubai, I doubt if he'd still be employed. First impressions and all that.
The weather was glorious on the ride back to Cardiff and it was a pleasure to see the wonderful colours of Autumn. We were surprised that there were still so many leaves on the trees considering the storms that have visited the UK over the last couple of weeks. From Cardiff we jumped on the Valley Line train, unlike our departure in September, the trains were running this time and we eventually got back to our local station. Mrs.Gibbs & Father were waiting for us and hugs and kisses were in order and it's great to see our family again. It's nice to be home.
There's still a few things to put on the blog and we'll start to upload the photographs and so will let you know as soon as that's done. Many thanks for following us on this trip and I will later write a Cast List......
We then headed to the Terminal 3 Underground Station for the Piccadilly Line. We change over to the District Line at South Kensington and get off at Victoria. We've booked the National Express Bus back to Cardiff so we can end the trip in the same way we began. We've got a couple of hours to wait and so check the bag in at the coach station and have a wander. We needed to get our tickets sorted but every information desk was closed. We walked around Victoria Railway Station and noticed the beggars and street sleepers, something that was a bit of a shock after not seeing such things for a few weeks.
Back at the coach station I try to collect the bag and hand my ticket over, only to be told that I cant do this as other people are waiting to deposit their bags. I explain that I'm just waiting to collect the bag and I'm happy to wait. I'm then rudely told that I cant simply walk up to the desk and wait. I'm not sure what this guy wants me to do. If it were Dubai, I doubt if he'd still be employed. First impressions and all that.
The weather was glorious on the ride back to Cardiff and it was a pleasure to see the wonderful colours of Autumn. We were surprised that there were still so many leaves on the trees considering the storms that have visited the UK over the last couple of weeks. From Cardiff we jumped on the Valley Line train, unlike our departure in September, the trains were running this time and we eventually got back to our local station. Mrs.Gibbs & Father were waiting for us and hugs and kisses were in order and it's great to see our family again. It's nice to be home.
There's still a few things to put on the blog and we'll start to upload the photographs and so will let you know as soon as that's done. Many thanks for following us on this trip and I will later write a Cast List......
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[email protected] Great to hear, you have returned safe n sound. thanks for the adventure, it has been a well anticipated read. See ya down under :) Tracy
Ma Gibbs I’m so glad you’re both back, looking much slimmer - but well. Grant seems to be a different person, he is now a happy, confident young man. I’m so glad he wasn’t press ganged into the Fifth Fleet! Luv Ma XXXXXXXXX
Gareth Gibbs And so it come to an end. I know one or two people around the world who will miss your ascerbic wit - Dorothy in Florida - who looked after me so wonderfully and at a very young 94 ( in a couple of weeks) followed every page you wrote on her iPad! Nerys in Alice Sprimgs and Alf, Dr.,Alf in New Zealand and dear Scottie always on the move in either Dubai, Capetown, New York or Ewenny! It’s been wonderful to read their comments on your feat, for a feat it has been. But so good to have you back. Pa. xx
Taylor D AWESOME! Great you got back... I was hoping you would have hoped around the world. Would have loved to meet up. Looking forward to seeing the photos. I can only imagine the great stories you have to tell everyone. Take care and have a great holiday season coming up! Taylor
Gert Gibbsy, you globe trotting fool. I’ve been lurking in the background following your adventure. Glad you’re back safe and sound. I’m also back from Ireland and full time in Wales at least for a few months... time to break out the axes? Gert
nerys Oh dear. Very mixed feeling. Great you’re home, but I want you to set off again!! Lloyd and Grant -- a wonderful gift to each other. xxxxn ps looking forward to the photos. Chuck in some Selfies too.
Tim Old horse, it’s been great to follow your trip, really has. Your recollection of the India excursion in particular brought back lots of memories. You both clearly made the most of every minute, good for you. Big pat on the back to Grant for being such a trooper. Welcome home, butt!
Charlie - Hong Kong Lloydie, great effort! It was superb seeing you and Grant in Hong Kong. Dave and I enjoyed catching up enormously and we’re still laughing at your stories. Hong Kong remains a madhouse with the lead up to Christmas starting early! Pleased you are back in Deepestdarkestsheepshaggin’welsh Wales, boyo! We can try and get some work done now!! Love to Jayne et al. Sally sends her love. Keep well, battle hard and fight fiercely! Fondest regards, Charlie
San from India. Its really nice to in between family after so many months. Wish you all a nice time. The main point a great party with family & friends...........
nerys well done. Just seen the photos. THANK YOU.