London

On Sunday we had a trip to London with Grandma and Granda. It was the first time the kids had been on an aeroplane so it was quite exciting for them. Being easter Sunday most things were closed, including to our disappointment, Hamleys, which B and J were desperate to visit.
On Monday we went to Madame Tussauds and saw the sights of London on the open top bus, stopping off at Buckingham palace, and of course Hamleys.





On Tuesday we went on the London Eye, visited the natural history museum, and Mum, B and Grandma went to see Grease at the west end. B didn't really enjoy the Eye because of the height, but she absolutely loved Grease so in the end it was a great day for her.

We flew back home on Wednesday, tired out from the hustle and bustle of the underground, which J had quickly figured out and had kept us on the right track each day.

Edinburgh Weekend

We got tickets for High School Musical at the Edinburgh Playhouse many months ago and this Saturday was the show, so we decided to stay over and make a weekend of it.

After an arduous trek through old Edinburgh we finally found Greyfriars Bobby. B has to complete a school project on a famous Scot, and she has picked this famous wee dog. We got some photos and a crayon rubbing of the plaque for her homework project before heading for the matinee show.

We weren't allowed to take photos of the show so no pics of the hunky Troy Bolton, and annoying Sharpay!

We used the park and ride train service to get into Edinburgh, easily pleased is J, very excited about his train ride back to the car.

On Saturday night we went bowling at the Newcraighall retail estate. J's first time without the aid of the frame roller thing and got a strike first throw down the lane, the highlight of his weekend. B's highlight was grabbing 3 toys in a oner with the prize claw game, a unique achievement never to be repeated.

Whilst dining in Frankie and Benny's that night the lassie serving told us that this was their last night before it was all being demolished to make room for more shops. Glad she told us as we usually stop at that travel Lodge in particular when we stay in Edinburgh because we know there is always some family thing to do in the evening. We will know for next time we are planning a stay.