Category Archives: Vacation
The Trade Winds
Yesterday I was concerned that we were going to be sleeping in a sweat box without AC. It turns out the trade winds are constantly blowing over the islands. When the sun sets, the temperature drops like a rock. Around … Continue reading
Arriving in Lanzarote
The flights last night were interesting. It was the first red eye flight for the kids and Cathy. This morning as we were landing in Madrid, MJ asked why it is called a red eye flight. I told him to … Continue reading
Already this trip is going to be different…
We arrived at JFK at 3pm with plenty of time for our 5:55pm flight. Normally for family vacations Cathy & I split duties. She handles getting the kids through the airport and onto the plane. I handle the luggage, On … Continue reading
Countdown to Vacation
We’re down to the final 24 hours to our vacation. This year we are heading to the Canary Islands. The Canary Islands, also known as the Canaries, is a Spanish archipelago located just off the northwest coast of mainland Africa, … Continue reading