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Friday 23 June 06

A very hot day.

An almost sleepless night due to some people on "all inclusive" checking out the following day. Guess they were trying to get their money's worth. Tempted to join them but resisted, most unusual for me.

Dolphin Tour

Bit of a mystery why this tour has a "Dolphin" associated with it. Never mind, it was absolutely brilliant. We got to visit 2 large caves and a spectacular arch carved out by the sea. Pictures to follow. 

After the caves we got dumped in a small fishing village for 2 hours. I went off on my own and climbed the tallest hill walking through a very aromatic orchard. The inland view was OK, but spoilt by a duel carriageway.

Once back in the hotel room, I surveyed the very poor accommodation.

Time for a change.

Hotel Jo-An Crete had their chance and failed.

Despite the extra cost involved, I'm going to move to accommodation that justifies 4 STARS and NOT 2 MOONS!!!

I informed the hotel tonight of my intentions. I was asked "why didn't you complain on the first night?"

Rather novel concept in 4 STAR hotel treatment. Give them crap, if they don't complain... stuff them.

Believe me, this place is dire.

Pictures will be published when I find a vendor of Nikon products.

Until then you'll have to do with my crap movie of the local fort. It's in Windows Media format, if it doesn't open correctly... phone Bill (master) Gates.

Meeting up with UJ tomorrow... 1 Mellor+1 Coveney+ nearly 30 years of Mulligan influence... should make one hell of a reunion.

Roll on England... me and UJ will be arm-in-arm watching the match on Sunday (probably well pissed). Dave, Joe & Phil, wherever you watch the match, rest assured we'll be thinking of you.

Just hope the team turns up...

40 f***k*** Years

Oh, been in Crete for 4 days and finally somebody spoke to me: "Got a light Mate". She had a strange accent and beautiful eyes.

I went to the war memorial and paid my respects.

Never realised how many Aussies lost their lives. Greek and Brit troops also contributed to the death toll. The German graveyard is huge and well tended.

My Dad was involved in the last war. 

The Mellor's & Coveney's have a proud tradition for service to the Crown. No recognition... of course... and none wanted... of course.

So f***king sad.

Roll on England...

More later

JackonLand

This diary will be updated regularly (20th June to 4th July 2006) and primarily it is intended to keep my family and friends informed about my progress during my working holiday in Crete. Hopefully, I'll be able to publish some memorable pictures and descriptions from each excursion and visits to historical places of interest.

Other Internet users are welcome to read the pages and download pictures for their personal use. I would also encourage visitors to send recommendations of places to visit or tour companies to use in Rethymnon, based on their own experience or research.

1st & 2nd Legs of Our Voyage/Adventure 'round the Horn

Blog/Diary Events 15 to 26 Jan 06 - New York to Rio de Janeiro
The pages recording the "Shenanigans" and controversy of the first leg of our voyage.

Blog/Diary Events 27 Jan to 7 Feb - Rio to Valparaiso
Happier times, great pictures, finally 'round the Horn, some funny stories along the way.

Blog/Diary Events 8 to 22 Feb - Valparaiso to Los Angeles
A sad tale of sickness and quarantine with some memorable tours and a "cunning plan"...

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