We extended our stay in York for one night, so that MOH could enjoy his train trip without the crowds expected on the weekend. The Travelodge was able to accommodate us again, and even rearranged some other bookings, so that we could stay in the same room. This was great, until the receptionist decided to try to come into our room at 11:30pm, demanding payment. We were asleep because we wanted to leave early in the morning, and didn't appreciate being woken up this way. The door was bolted, so the receptionist closed it again and then knocked on the door. MOH had to get dressed and go to reception to pay for the extra nights stay. We wanted to pay cash, but he insisted that he verify our credit card details and pay that way - more fees. Not happy, Jan!!!
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| Inside Sherlock Holmes shop |
We had a smooth drive to London on the M1, found Heathrow and the car hire place without too much trouble, and returned the car. Then we were driven to Heathrow in the courtesy bus, caught the train to Paddington station, and walked a few blocks to our hotel.
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| Sherlock Holmes shop |
We took a long walk to the Sherlock Holmes museum and souvenir shop - MOH is a fan - and then on to Marble Arch and Hyde Park.
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| Outside 221B Baker Street, London |
Mirka and Wiesiek are back in London now, and want to catch up before we go home, so, after a few calls back and forth, we take the train to meet Mirka, and then a short bus ride to her home.
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| Marble Arch, London |
We say we are only coming for a coffee, and that's how it seems initially, but then the food started coming out, and Wiesiek wanted to have a few shots of vodka with MOH. We shared photos of our trip with them, saw Kamila, Darek and Olga via Skype and MOH spoke to Ciocia on the phone.
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| Hyde Park, London |
We had a wonderful visit, and then had to say our sad goodbyes, and return to our hotel. We have been invited to their son Damien's wedding at some time in the future. We'll have to start saving again!
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