Monthly Archives: October 2007

Well I finally made it back a day late. My first flight was delayed for a couple of hours, and they wound up having to shuttle us to another airport to catch a larger plane for some reason. So that made me miss my connecting flight. I finally managed to get some new flights and the airline put me up in a hotel for the night, which was nice but I was very anxious to be in a strange place all by myself. They did take care of me and I had transportation to and from the hotel. Caught my new flight the next morning and was back on my way. I wound up going to Newark and then another flight to Norfolk. which actually as far as the flying time it was less than the flight over. Finally made it back in the door to my house about 36 hours after leaving Alison’s house on Friday morning :( It’s worn me out and I was in bed not long after getting home.

I have a lot of stories to tell when I get some energy to sit and think clear and write. The one thing I can say right off is that even if we have some nice airports and all the latest technology, the US has some of the rudest airport workers than any place I have been. Actually the Brits were the most helpful of anyone even if they have a maze for an airport at Gatwick! Well the dutch were ok too, just they weren’t as visible as the Brits were.

My body is still on Cyprus time I think, I’m feeling so sleepy at the moment but am trying to stay up long as I can to get adjusted as I go back to work on Tuesday. My boss was nice and gave me a couple more days! Thank goodness, even though I was up and awake early this morning I feel drained still. I’ve got all the pics uploaded but not all labeled yet. I had a wonderful time, well I was sure I would, just being with Alison was all I wanted. there was lots to see and I’m sure Alison is glad to be getting a break from me dragging her around almost every day to see more “rocks” ! ;)

Well I will try and post tomorrow and give you all some details. I’m just going to take it easy today and try and get back on schedule. It was nice in a way coming through customs at Newark to be greeted by an American saying “Welcome Back” , but my heart is still in Cyprus. Wish I was there now.

Update 5
Thursday- WOW my last night in Cyprus and I finally found a Miller beer!! Would have preferred a Miller Lite but hey I’m over the moon with the regular! ;) I’ve tried the local Keo beer and its ok, the next biggest one here is Carlsburg which I really dont care for either, but I’m not a big beer drinker anyway. Anyway I’m glad to have run across the Miller at the nearby Carrefour store. Its really an eyeopener going to shop in a country foreign to me. I’ll speak more of all the experiences later.

I’ve had a fabulous time the last 4 days. We went on Monday to Paphos and I have tons of pics on my camera from the archealogical sites we went, and some breathtaking views of the sea and mountains. I’m having trouble getting them from the card to Alison’s pc so I’ll have to wait until i get back to the US to put them online.

We’re going out to eat tonight for my last time here in Cyprus. I really am going to hate to get on that plane in the morning. :( I would have never thought in a million years I would have ever been anywhere out of the country, but God works in wonderful ways and I’m so happy now to be here and to be in love. :) Will try to update once more before I leave, but if not I’ll see you all when I get back tomorrow night. hope Jan remembers to pick me up! LOL

Update 4 Sat and Sun Saturday went to Governors Beach in Limassol and had a very relaxing afternoon. I couldn’t believe how clear the water was. Standing with the sea up to my neck I could see my feet! You cant even manage seeing a couple of inches in the water there at home in NC! The water temps were lovely too, It was a wonderful afternoon doing nothing!
In the evening we wnet out to eat at the Pizza Express which from the sound of it is nothing like you would see in the US. Quite a fancy menu and live entertainment on the weekends. Still havent found a Miller Lite anywhere yet though! ;)

Sunday we rode to Vouni Village and had lunch at one of the local tavernas, Taxis, with George and Agneta… it was very nice and quite a relaxed and cozy atmosphere. Of course the wine here is making everywhere relaxed! Afterwards it was back to Agneta’s for a coffee and another wine and to meet up with more friends of Alison, Allyson and Marios, and Thereza and Andros. Of course they were all seemingly so familiar already as I ahve seen their photos so many times since meeting Alison and hearing of all the get togethers, I felt very comfortable every minute as if I had been here before.

Heading off for a couple of day now, Monday and Tuesday, to go to Paphos for another holiday within a holiday! Thanks to Alison’s mam and dad!! :)

Update 3 Friday
Another wonderful day, we stayed near home today to just rest up and relax. Finally now getting adjusted to the time, ran out to a few shops off and on. Had a lovely dinner, the food here is wonderful. I’ve even tried Kalimari now! hey I liked it! :) Spent a nice evening in the garden and meeting Frosso was winderful. Having a bit of trouble these last two days with the internet being slow so I havent got all the pics uploaded. Tomorrow is going to be another rest day, a trip to the beach and sit in the sun and a dip in the sea. :)

Update 2 Thursday Had a wonderful day doing the tourist thing, started with a visit to Curium and then the Kolosi and Limassol Castles the photos are here http://picasaweb.google.com/garazon/Day1Cyprus

Got a real education on cypriot traffic and driving too! LOL It’s crazy!!!

Ended the evening with a brandy and coke and JM’s wonderful chicken kabobs on the grill!
off today to a mountain village, will post later

UPDATE!!! :)

I’m in Cyprus!!! YEA!!! I love flying! Oh it is one long trip and very tiring but worth every minute! I crashed right out after we got back from the airport but agood nights sleep has me feeling good and we will be off to explore after coffee and breakfast!

:) Almost out the door now to the airport!

Doing some last minute things now, just some odds and ends and waiting impatiently for the time to pass! I’m so excited now I can’t stand it! I’m going to post the pics as often as I can to share with everyone and use this site to keep in touch, so drop in from time to time and check back for anything new and just to say hi. I dont know that I’ll take too much time to post much other than the pics for now, but if anything comes up we’ll put it here. See you guys when I’m in Cyprus! :) Maybe Alison can add some updates until then

love and best wishes to all,
Chester & Alison

Travel Itinerary
all times are local to the cities of arrival and departure

Flight 1: Northwest Airlines flight 1447 (Non-Stop)
Depart: Norfolk , VA (ORF) – Terminal Information Unavailable
‘ Mon, Oct 08 at 4:15pm
Arrive: Detroit , MI (DTW) – E.M. MCNAMARA TERMINAL
‘ Mon, Oct 08 at 6:12pm

Flight 2: Northwest Airlines flight 32 (Non-Stop)
Depart: Detroit , MI (DTW) – E.M. MCNAMARA TERMINAL
‘ Mon, Oct 08 at 9:25pm
Arrive: London Gatwick , UK (LGW) – SOUTH TERMINAL
‘ Tue, Oct 09 at 10:05am

Flight 3: British Airways flight 6844 operated by GB AIRWAYS LTD (Non-Stop)
Depart: London Gatwick , UK (LGW) – NORTH TERMINAL
‘ Tue, Oct 09 at 1:15pm
Arrive: Paphos , Cyprus (PFO) – Terminal Information Unavailable
‘ Tue, Oct 09 at 7:40pm
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Flight: KLM Airlines flight 3398 operated by CYPRUS AIRWAYS LTD
(Non-Stop)
Depart: Paphos , Cyprus (PFO) – Terminal Information Unavailable
‘ Fri, Oct 19 at 10:20am
Arrive: Amsterdam , Netherlands (AMS) – Terminal Information Unavailable
‘ Fri, Oct 19 at 1:40pm

Flight: Northwest Airlines flight 55 (Non-Stop)
Depart: Amsterdam , Netherlands (AMS) – Terminal Information Unavailable
‘ Fri, Oct 19 at 3:35pm
Arrive: Minneapolis/St Paul, MN (MSP) – LINDBERGH TERMINAL
‘ Fri, Oct 19 at 5:40pm

Flight: Northwest Airlines flight 2808 operated by NORTHWEST AIRLINK
(Non-Stop)
Depart: Minneapolis/St Paul, MN (MSP) – LINDBERGH TERMINAL
‘ Fri, Oct 19 at 7:08pm
Arrive: Norfolk , VA (ORF) – Terminal Information Unavailable
‘ Fri, Oct 19 at 10:58pm