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By the time you read this I will have left for the airport… so sorry if you have only just realised that I have gone again!

Fingers crossed there are no strip searches, lost bags or bags breaking, deportations, refusals of entry or bomb scares! Having experienced all but the last of these, I have always considered myself extremely lucky to have not yet been blown up, mainly as that wouldn't be a story ...

... ve opted for the much more expensive option of a flight… which incidentally has already been rescheduled twice, since I booked it, due to unforeseen circumstances!

There haven’t been any dramatic kidnappings of British nationals since April 2008 but there is another ‘essential travel only’ warning to the Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta but this is all drug related, so if I keep away from the cocaine factories I don’t ...

... one of London's most famous landmarks, Big Ben, which he insisted on calling 'Big Bend.' Julian seemed to be the most affected by the jet lag, so he would often take long naps in his stroller while we were out and about sight-seeing. As a result, our visits to Westminster Abbey and the British Museum were quite tranquil. At the British Museum, we saw the Egyptian mummies and got a first taste of ancient Rome. We also ...

Well on arrival at the new Terminal 5 actually got my luggage contrary to popular expectations and made it over to my loony friends house. Much silliness ensued and a great evening watching re-runs of the Pink Panther series. All in all very silly and wonderful.

... Tottenham Court Road and braved the Christmas crowds before heading back to my train. The trip 4 days later was much better as all I had to do was pick up my passport with its freshly stamped visa. Was very excited as I had never had a visa before (the joys of dual citizenship!!!). Caught a bus to camden and stolled drooling though the labyrinth markets - Could have spent thousands of pounds on jewellery alone. Will definately be going back there with some cash. Particularly liked ...

... an area and this may save it. Sorry to share the gloomy news. On the bright side, it's been a pretty good weekend weather wise. The only major downpour was on Saturday night. I worked Saturday and Clare spent it in Greenwich with her work friends, which are quickly becoming a really good gang of mates who go out all the time. It great for her as I have to work at least one day every weekend. That's all for now folks. 1203am, so its offically Monday already. I&C

... station and boarded the train for Sunbury-on-Thames, where I spent the whole of last year working, ever closer to the promised land...

... the City - definitely recommend it for budget travellers. And that was that. Ecuador had truly lived up to all expectations. Anyone thinking of going, my advice for what it's worth. You'll want a minimum of 7 days in the Galapagos Islands. They really are so different 4 days doesn't do them justice. Other than that - head for Banos. Hope you've enjoyed the read, in the words of Vinnie Jones, It's been emotional..

Blimey it has been a while since I have been in contact with the travelpod - I need to have a few words with myself. The first part of the commuting week has been dominated by train cancellations with over crowded trains when they do arrive and general grief. No ranting since it far too predictable, increases my blood pressure and ...

... a swathe past the cars on the one-way system and head for my last road home. A steady flow in the evening traffic and I'm thinking, it must be four minutes, three minutes ... or less to go. I'm thinking this is slipping through my fingers (again) - I hope not since I don't think I can bother trying this again - it is turning me into an emotional wreck. Anyway - a bit more weaving and its onto the back straight and the house is in sight. Into the drive, park up the funky ...