Monday, 23 February 2015

23 February - Set off for Antigua

Came down last night, horrible drive because the M11 blocked as we joined it at Duxford after a shunt several miles down.  Then again before the M25 turn-off, another shunt.  Took 2 hours.

Stopped at Clacket Lane for food then checked into Travel Lodge. Second bed not made up, aircon saying filter was blocked so not cooling much from the 25C when we arrived, etc.

Slept ok until the mobile alarm went off an hour early (skiing time|) then were offered a free breakfast as compensation for the room deficiencies.  Didn't take it up.  Took a long time for the car park bus to leave so quite pleased we had been woken up earlier than planned.

Boarded plane ok but about 45 mins delay getting the luggage loaded.  Even so the flight wasn't much overdue arriving in Antigua at about 3.40pm. Flight ok.  Watched Gone Girl and The most wanted man, read a bit and had a bit of a doze.

Delay getting picked up by transfer man but interesting chat to him about the island.  Looked at our Supersaver room but quickly decided it was to poky.  Upgraded to a much better Standard room, also with view over beach,  Good move.

Had walk to get an idea about the resort layout, then had buffet meal and a glass of rum punch, taking advantage of all-inclusive package.






Held out until 9 pm then wound down.


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