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Oct 16, 2012

Santa Barbara, California

I meant to say something about the Presidential Debates ("It ain't what you say, it's the way that you say it") and the enormous helpings in any restaurant (yesterday's calamari starter was far bigger than any main course serving in the UK), but space and time are against me. So a bit about the last couple of days. Monterey - much more his…

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Oct 17, 2012

some of the family

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Oct 17, 2012

Santa Barbara, California

The Big Sur

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Oct 16, 2012

Santa Barbara, California

I meant to say something about the Presidential Debates ("It ain't what you say, it's the way that you say it") and the enormous helpings in any restaurant (yesterday's calamari starter was fa…

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Oct 15, 2012

Sebastopol, California

Sebastopol area

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Oct 14, 2012

Monterey, California

Some you win... and some you doubly lose. Only 3 hours or so the fast way from Sebastopol, in the Sonoma Valley (think wine), to Monterey - so why not turn right immediately south of the Golde…

Marie Just spent a wonderful hour reading your blog and looking at the photos. Grand Designs meets Butch Cassidy........

Oct 12, 2012 on the message board

Mandy Hey there travellers - Lol Just read your email today. So you ventured into blogland haha. Well You done great job of it - well done you ! I have to go out shortly so not time to look at it all, but will be back this evening. Glad your holiday is going great - please pass on my Hi and best wishes to all there. See You later and take care. Love to you both Mandy xxx

Oct 10, 2012 on the message board

davidandanne I will try again - still not used to these iPad keys. Tonight should be interesting. A USA-UK cross version of lasagne, while watching the Presidential Debate, with 3 Democrats ranged against 2 Republicans. Here's hoping it all works.

Oct 4, 2012 on the message board

davidandanne Thanks Helen - mouth already watering. Tonight will vp

Oct 4, 2012 on the message board

Helen Food recommendation for Monterey..... Generally – Cannery Row in Monterey (15-20 mins nice path walk north of the wharfs) looked to have much better restaurant options than the ‘central’ Monterey Wharfs 1+2 We had an excellent fish meal on Cannery Row at Fish Hopper. Not the cheapest (but not plush) but amazing fish and great views. The outside does look a little commercial/cheesy but the food wasn’t and the tables settings & atmosphere was more relaxed than many US places. We tried the free cup of Clam Chowder they were serving at the entrance and it was fantastic. It got us in there and we weren’t disappointed. Just a warning for mum, it was a little on the cold side since we were in the ‘outside’ part and it was March(!). It was fully covered and had patio heaters but ‘tent’ sides/roof so they could open this up in the summer – just take a cardy/jumper. Neil's food came with “nut crackers” and something to keep him clean! Mine was fully deboned/deshelled so I didn't have to do DIY! Of course the portions were huge but very tasty with it. Seem to remember good wine too!! We judged this as one of our favourite dinners in the US. I’d recommend it for a fish treat! Enjoy whereever you end up and say hello to one of our favourite coastlines! http://www.fishhopper.com/monterey/index.php http://www.tripadvisor.co.uk/Restaurant_Review-g32737-d540925-Reviews-Fish_Hopper-Monterey_Monterey_Peninsula_California.html

Oct 3, 2012 on the message board

Helen Wow - simply stunning! Glad the weather is being kind over there. Our weekend (at least in London) was not too bad - no rain and even some sun to enjoy for checking out views from the new cable car from Excel Arena on the North of the river (another Olympics venue seen!) and the O2 on the south of the river.

Oct 2, 2012 re: Lake Tamarack

Me again Freaky..... We also got a flat tyre when we were in Bryce (but we were lucky that we spotted it when we were there and thus avoided the roadside call out). Somehow we managed to get the car hire place to pay for it. We weren't convinced but Neil gave it a go and was confident with his pitch and we got a refund. Worth a try depending on the cost. Great to see all the photos and stories (and now I know what Bryce is like without the snow!). Weather looks great where you are. It is cold here but the weekend forecast includes some sun which will be nice for the wedding party we are off to on Sat. Take care xxxxx PS. Thanks for the voicemail with the birthday wishes.

Sep 21, 2012 re: Bryce - Day 1

Birthday Girl Thanks for the card and pressie. Have had a great day and weekend. Night out with the girls on Fri then N took me to Conwy on Sat - amazing hotel suite (yes a separate lounge and bedroom!) with balcony overlooking the castle and bridge. Walked on the town walls and spent time in Llandudno today. Memories from many (many many) years ago. Enjoy Zion. If you get desperate then the cafe where we stayed (pioneer lodge) had free wifi if you bought a coffee!! Love H xxx

Sep 16, 2012 on the message board

Wendy Glad you are doing a blog. Looking forward to photos of the next part of the journey. Love, Wendy

Sep 15, 2012 on the message board

Helen Glad to see you made it. Happy travels and have a nice day!

Sep 14, 2012 on the message board

Katarina I am a bit concerned that certain items are not actually in the suitcases as yet, or have you used spare toiletries to demonstrate your prowess in packing for every eventuality and items in photos are in fact stunt doubles, such is the technology behind a certain woman's packing methodology!? Bon voyage, thinking of you xx

Sep 11, 2012 on the message board

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