Today we flew BA to Nice. Once again after hearing every ones stories about Heathrow we left the protective surounds of the beautiful Sofitel Heathrow hotel allowing plenty of time for airport processing. Every thing went smoothly except Helen's carry on bag had a heap of cosmetics which triggered a detailed bag inspection. (next time cosmetics will be in checked baggage!) Other than that everything was smooth sailing and we departed on time and made a bumpy arr...

Last day in London before leaving for Wales. Decided to go to the Towers (of London and Bridge). On the way we happened upon Carnaby St. Nice find! But then things deteriorated. The bus ride was very long held up by traffic either side of Picardilly. Got off at St Paul's expecting to see the interior however we passed when we saw the steep entry fee £15*2=£30. decided to walk to the Tower which was a mistake. Ended up near the Thames in some grubby streets and ...

Last night we booked a tour to all three attractions, Windsor Castle, Stonehenge and Oxford with a tour company called Evan Evans. For my friend Evan back home this is a real endorsement of a fine name so we had high expectations. Well they did what they said on the can and we did get to all three places albeit fairly briefly as we had no idea how far apart these attractions were. Windsor Castle was OK except I found the grandeur of the State Apartments (like Ve...

Off to see the Queen- really- we took the Bus to Wellington Arch and headed along Constitution Hill to arrive at Buckingham Palace a little before The Changing of the Guard. Lucked into a really good spot as you can see from thee task photos. Had to wait a while but well worth it. I was unexpectedly moved perhaps I was finally seeing something I had heard about all my life. The sound of the brass band marching up the Mall is unforgettable, the color, the pomp and...