Delta flight 160, Denver to Amsterdam, landed today (December 1, 2014) in Amsterdam with no Denver passengers on board. This is not uncommon: it also happened with DL160 on November 13. The explanation starts with a “change of gauge,” a term rooted in railroads.Track gauge is the distance between the inner faces of the two… Continue reading Changes of Gauge
Category: UK
Travel Gear: Spectacle Case
You pay attention to every item that goes into your backpack if you’re going to carry it for 330 miles (about 530 kilometers). That was my state of mind when I planned a walk around the north of England with my partner. I scrutinized every item. Does it provide sufficient value? Can I find something… Continue reading Travel Gear: Spectacle Case
Our Castle in England
I’m back in Minneapolis from my travels, so it is a priority to plan future travels. Today I booked an entire English castle for 2016. It’s just a little castle, actually a gatehouse, it’s only for a week, and it costs about the same as two hotel rooms. I want to introduce my nephews… Continue reading Our Castle in England
Mavericks Barber Shop
Entered these premises in Guildford and allowed a pleasant Hungarian lady to wield a buzzcutter.
North Downs
Another day of hiking the North Downs. Today we only visited one hostelry–for lunch and libation.
Local Beers
North Downs walk with a friend included a pub, brewery, and liquor store/micro-brewery. Local beer procured at each.
St. Paul’s Cathedral
After-dinner view before taking the train to Guildford: Thames, Southwark Bridge, St. Paul’s Cathedral.
My Long Journey to Ireland
Posted about my long journey to Ireland.
Destination Guildford
Today’s destination: Guildford, a base for walking in the North Downs. Right now I’m on a Newcastle to London train.
Northumberland Coastal Walk
Walked with friends along Northumberland’s coast. En route: the castle across this bay, pub lunch, afternoon tea.