Sunny Scotland

Flight from Syd to Dubai (14.5 hrs) was fine. Craig our travel agent, booked seats which ensured we had optimal space on the A380. I sat next to a really nice young man from Wollongong. He was on his way to Frankfurt where he had a tennis coaching job (although he did spill a little bourbon on my seat when he fell asleep!)

We had a 2.5 hr stopover in Dubai (5 am) & managed to get into Emerites Business Lounge (although we'd been advised in Australia we couldn't on Peter's Qantas Lounge m'ship - but it's always worth asking!). We were then able to enjoy much needed showers.  I had a great coffee & mini pistachio muffins while Peter, as he would, enjoyed a chilled glass of Moet at 6 am!!

Feeling like new people we arrived in Glasgow spot on time - 12.35 pm. We stayed at the citizenM Hotel in the CBD. It is a 'minimalist' but funky place. DIY check-in, HUGE bed in TINY room. Remote controlled everything - colour of shower recess (colour choice: pink, green, yellow & blue). I tried to set alarm & TV came on about 2.00 am! It also controlled the lighting, temperature, blinds (Peter was changing TV channel & blinds starting closing all by themselves!)

In Glasgow only one day so we were out exploring in no time. Glasgow Cathedral first - had dungeon-type chapels downstairs - quite creepy for a cathedral. Then caught Hop-on-Hop-off bus for quick overview. Had dinner at the Ubiquitious 'Chip' - lovely place in the WestEnd - highly recommend it.

In bed by 7 pm.
Off to Inverary today. Forecast is rain & wind but clearing this afternoon - expected temp is 11 degrees but we've come prepared!