On the Wednesday we set off for Guernsey in Morrison our VW T5 campervan conversion. Arrived at Poole in plenty of time for the hydrofoil trip to Guernsey. The hydrofoil ferry was late leaving, it seemed to take an eternity … Continue reading →
We had planned to go to Herm Island today. The weather, though dry, was not sunny. Thursday according to the weather gurus was likely to be better. So, instead we lounged around the campsite reading books, drinking tea and making … Continue reading →
The predicted cloudy day started off with sunshine, soon descending into cloud. We had already made the decision not to go to Herm, but instead go for lunch at The Auberge. The French children had already packed to go, one … Continue reading →
This morning was lovely and warm for eating our breakfast outside. The wind had died, and the sun was shining. Even the night had been a lot warmer, and the fridge did not play up. Today we were off to … Continue reading →
Today was predicted to be a sunny day with less wind, and a little warmer. Thankfully we could relax, the fridge had been giving us some cause for concern overnight and had been running incessantly. Couple of interventions during the … Continue reading →
Always be prepared. Today the forecast was sun and no rain. So, casting aside jackets, we set off to the Little Chapel. We had not even left the campsite when were caught in a deluge. I quickly retreated to Van … Continue reading →
We had a 9.00 am Condor ferry booked from Poole harbour, so instead of rushing down in the morning, we decided to travel on the previous evening and park at the ferry port. The weather was appalling, raining most of … Continue reading →
After arriving back in the flat, and a few G&Ts later, decided to eat in the hotel restaurant. Steve decided maybe that we should book, so over to the hotel and booked for supper. No room available until 8.30. Seems … Continue reading →
This cat was banned from the hotel years ago. Some how it has coerced its way into the soft furnishings of the bar. Persistence pays off. … Continue reading →
We have been on our usual visit to Guernsey for a week, staying at La Grande Mare. John and Carol came with us. The pictures from this holiday have now been posted for viewing. Celebrated my advancing years at the … Continue reading →
Sitting here in the airport after the end of our week holiday. Last flight out of the airport, all very quiet now. Goodbye Guernsey, till next year. … Continue reading →
Sorry for the lack of postings on here. After a wonderful week in Guernsey with our own chef Gordon Curd, we are back in England to hear the sounds of fireworks. Nice week, did plenty of walking and worked out … Continue reading →
Went for our usual week to the Grande Mare hotel on Guernsey. Again we chose to use the bus for transport around the island. Some good meals in the hotel and at the Auberge. Some strong winds and rough seas, … Continue reading →
We are back from a week in Guernsey, staying at Le Grande Mare. On this visit we decided to forgo the car, and use the public bus service. This had several advantages, cost a lot less, allowed us to drink in restaurants, … Continue reading →
Just got back from a holiday on the island of Guernsey. Flew out on Saturday morning the day before the storm struck the UK. Sunday was fun standing on the cliffs leaning into the hard wind, and driving the car … Continue reading →