Some house keeping: pardon the blog issues yesterday and today. Due to wifi challenges the first dinner blog had no pictures. I have re-posted it just a short while ago with the beautifully presented late images attached. Thanks Julie for the pointer. Please be advised that due to travel times, there will be a bit… Continue reading Cape Town to Johannesburg and on to Singapore
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Dinner at Queen Victoria Hotel
Well, the evening progressed nicely and we got to explore 4 hotels. First the historic Victoria & Albert waterfront hotel. It is housed in an 18th. Century cooling warehouse. 3 categories of rooms. 1) mansarde rooms in the attic. 2) superior harbor view rooms and finally 3) table mountain view rooms. Each category has its… Continue reading Dinner at Queen Victoria Hotel
Cape Town & Table Mountain – part 2
We had the opportunity to do a quick spin on a helicopter over Cape Town this afternoon. What a thrill that was! All that excitement had been preceded by a wine tasting at one of South Africa's oldest wineries called Steenberg (translated as Stone Mountain in Africaans). We tasted the VIP set of their selection… Continue reading Cape Town & Table Mountain – part 2
Game reserve to Cape Town
Pardon the delay in posts. We had a travel day flying from Johannesburg to Cape Town on Kulula Airlines (you have never seen a more green plane). Unfortunately no wifi to blog with. After landing, we had a fabulous brass band welcome parade at Cape Town airport. What a treat! Transfers to our accommodations took… Continue reading Game reserve to Cape Town
Sunrise over Africa
After a restful night of sleep, we got back on the Toyota Hi Lux and drove to the highest point in the park, all bundled up as it was very frigid. The stary skies escorted us, southern cross, Milky Way and all. My reflection of this peaceful moment -one with nature- was how much i… Continue reading Sunrise over Africa
Big Five Game Drive Report
After a 3 hour transfer from Johannesburg airport, we arrived at our lodge and embarked on 3 hour dusk time game drive. To protect the well being of the animals spotted, I will not disclose the location of the park we explored. Check out http://www.safetherhino.org for info on how poachers use Facebook posts And geo-tracking… Continue reading Big Five Game Drive Report
2nd portion of the trip – on to Africa
This morning started early with a 130am transfer by limo courtesy of Emirates Airlines. All first and business class guest get the driver program at both ends of a flight. That alone makes it worth treating yourself to it. Check in was smooth and very efficien and then it was off to the lounge. Another… Continue reading 2nd portion of the trip – on to Africa
The view from the top
I survived the cramped elevators and made it to floor 148. What a sight! Just amazing.
Tallest building in the world – Burj al Khalifa
The adventure begins. We are in the VIP lounge at the base of the tower about to board the fastest elevator to go up to floor 148.
Rode the world’s fastest roller coaster – twice
Arrived in Abu Dhabi and got picked up by our guide and driver. After a stop and site inspection at the famous Viceroy Yas Marina hotel ( the only property that spans across an F1 track), I got to ride Formula Rossa - the worlds fastest roller coaster. Mind you, I didn't just do it… Continue reading Rode the world’s fastest roller coaster – twice
On my way…1st leg from San Francisco to Abu Dhabi
Boarded the 777-200 extended range for a 16 hour and 15 minute flight. Seat 11K. Elegant cabin with warm color palet. (See pics at the end). Food and beverage service are on demand during the entire flight. No carts in the aisles like on American. Everything is a step above the industry standard.l and the… Continue reading On my way…1st leg from San Francisco to Abu Dhabi
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