We left our hotel in Athens with the city in chaos with a new set of demonstrations (only one block away). The taxi could barely move, so the driver took us to the station via a dizzy mix of narrow streets and near scrapes. What a drive! The train to Thessaloniki was very comfortable. THEN HORROR STRUCK! The train to Istanbul was cancelled - no more until Thursday. Luckily there was a Turkish-operated bus scheduled for a 10.00pm departure (three hours later) and we managed to find the depot (if you could call it that). Turned out to be a quite luxurious bus - movies for each seat, drinks etc. Withe the refund from the train, we weren't out of pocket, either. We phoned our tour's emergency number to arrange transport to the hotel - and here we are at the Conrad - very grand - 5 star - and Istanbul looks fabulous. Andy will be arriving later this afternoon.
3 comments:
WOW! What an adventure! The protests in Athens is getting a lot of press here in Aussie land. Have fun in Istanbul!
Love Jeremy, Zoe & Toby
You always need excitement on a trip away! I had an interview for the Mt Martha job, but no luck. Enjoy your 5 star luxury in Istanbul.
Love Rich, Lou and Hamish
Happy Mothers Day to you Mum!
We have Annette, Andrew and Danielle coming down to us for dinner tonight.
Hope all is well. Lots of love to you all. Rich, Lou and Hamish
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