Well all checked in, baggage checked breakfast check! All that awaits now is the laborious sitting and waiting to see which gate I have to dash to, this will mostly involve sitting down and trying not to drink too much water pre-flight. Onto my 4th wind with regards to sleep, been up nearly 24 hours :s will soon be calling the loved ones to let them know im here in one piece.

So it begins..... Will do my best to keep this bad boy updated. I said my goodbyes to a very sleepy eyed kez and set off on my mini adventure. At present I am enjoying some peace by dodging the drunkards by shrewdly spotting a bargain upgrade to first class on my route to Manchester airport. Yesterday/today has been a bit of a whirlwind and here I am, finally on my way to meet up with Dave and Laura in sunny, sunny bangkok. As I write this there is a guy who re...