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The final leg …
Unfortunately, l failed in my goal of not spending any money in duty free! I did have some trouble finding my flight listed on the departure board. However, l eventually found out that l needed to be at gate C9. The international airport in Doha is damn large. After finding the gate l decided l…
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Heading for home …
I’m so glad to be heading home! Starting to make silly little mistakes. My brain is a bit over taxed at present. At yesterday’s breakfast they had a pianist playing some light music. After breakfast l went out in search for an old fashioned barber for a hair cut and shave. He even trimmed my…
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Back to Istanbul …
Up at 2:30am! Showered and now at the airport. Just checked in! Now waiting for the gate number to be announced before boarding at 4:30am for my 5:05am flight to Istanbul. Gate 401 and l have a window seat! We took off about five minutes later than the schedule departure time. But, it wasn’t long…
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Leaving Kas …
I’m leaving Kas at 11am today. It’s been an enjoyable and restful stay. Some insights to work on when l’m home. One last selfie from my balcony before l leave. I caught up with Kate for one last tea. Then l was on the road by 11am. One last look back towards Kas and the…
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My last day …
Today is my last day in Kas. I was meant to go on a full day boat tour along the coast exploring a few areas. However, it’s the off season in Kas and the boat trip was cancelled at the lady minute due to jackpot numbers. I did go out for a walk in the…
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A lazy day …
I didn’t really get up to too much today. I went for a walk and saw a dog sunning itself with not a care in the world. I took another photo from my balcony. Then around 4pm l caught up with Kate and her friend to go on a sunset boat ride. A quick photo…
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Visiting Saklikent Gorge …
Yesterday was a nothing day. Nothing to report. I caught up on some sleep in the afternoon. Then l went out for an early dinner. I did mange earlier in the day to book a sightseeing trip for today. I’m visiting a waterfall and a gorge. A Google earth screen shot to the area I’ll…
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Visiting the peninsula …
Up early again! I had a nice breakfast. Then l thought l’d catch the local bus out to the end of the peninsula. It’s Sunday so there was a little wait for the bus. It finally arrived and l settled in for the ride. The ride cost 30 liar. It wasn’t long and l was…
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Exploring Kas …
I was awake early and laid around thinking about what to do today. I eventually got up and showed before heading down for breakfast. I then headed out for a walk around Kas. A quick photo of where l’m staying, Athena Hotel. Then I set off on foot into the centre of Kas. A photo…
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I made it …
I’m heading to Kas today! It’s a little way from Antalya. I’ve organised with the accommodation l’m staying to had someone shuttle me to Kas. I don’t really want the hassle for driving a vehicle on the other side of the road. A customary selfie with the driver. We left at 10:30am and hit the…
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Flying to Antalya …
I had a relatively good night sleep despite waking up at 4:30am. I tried getting back to sleep but my body wasn’t have any of this. After laying around for a few hours and, then showering, l decided to go for a walk. I found a place to have myself some breakfast. A omelette, bread…
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Gelibolu to Istanbul …
My time in Gelibolu has come to an end sadly. This place has a nice feel about it. I had breakfast and then packed my things, one last check of the room, then downstairs. Down in the reception area waiting for my taxi. While commuting has been manageable via the translation app, it does have…
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A restful day …
After the long walk yesterday I slept fairly well for a change. I got up and had breakfast around a bit after 8:30am. Then back to the room to clean my teeth and think about what to do for the day. I need a day if rest l think. So l headed to place l…
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Visiting Gallipoli battlefield …
I was up early again. I did manage to get some sleep. I went down stairs and saw one of the staff standing outside having a cigarette. I went out to say hello and to seek more information on the best way to travel to Gallipoli battlefield. While we were standing outside I noticed the…
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On my way …
Another night with little sleep. I’m sitting here in the hotel reception (sticking to the usual Hancock trait of always being early) waiting for my taxi. In the hotel reception there is an old phonograph As well as an old telephone I don’t think either work now but it’s a nice touch. I’m really excited…
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Istanbul, another day …
I was wake before calm to prayer today. Before heading down to breakfast l did a little research on getting to Gallipoli. I’m leaving on the 9am bus tomorrow. Then down for my typical Turkish breakfast in the hotel. Then I sent off on foot to find the grand bazar. According to Google maps it…
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Looking around Istanbul …
I woke up at 6:30am to the sound of the call to prayer. I had a shower then went down stairs to get directions from reception to the nearest ATM. Reception found an ATM in my Google maps app and sent me on my way. Cobble stone streets in Istanbul. The ATM as near the…
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Flying to Turkey …
I’m sitting here waiting for the shuttle bus to the airport. I can’t say l’m overly impressed with Airport Hotel Basel. The room was comfortable. But, it’s something with the staff in the reception. Maybe they’re too close to France and have adopted some of the French arrogance. I just hope there’s no repeat of…
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Heading to Basel …
It was time to leave my accommodation in Freiburg.. One last look back at where l had stayed the past few days. It was a cold start to the day with low cloud cover. It was a short 15 minute walk to the central train and bus station. After another McDonald’s breakfast I went in…
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A quite day …
Nothing really to report here. I’m still having trouble with my lower back. I decided to go for a walk to loosen things up .,. I hope! I found a DHL place to post my present from Sarah back to Australia. Shops don’t generally open here until 9:30am -10am in Germany. I found my way…
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