Going to Amsterdam

Finally on our way to the airport. It seems like forever ago when we booked

everything. We had a beautiful sunny day today. Around 1:00pm we got tired of pacing the floor so we put on our Holland bike shirts and got on the bikes. Rode down Sconticut Neck and then over to West Island beach. This beach a truly a hidden treasure down here on the south coast. On a clear day you can see the Elizabeth Islands and the

Cape Cod Railroad Bridge. We feel very fortunate that it just a bike ride away. Took a walk on the beach before turning back. Made it home by around 3. More waiting around - at least we got to do it outside on the deck. Had a quick bite at around 5 and before we knew it, the car service was here. We have hired a shuttle this time - although we are the only ones in the car - which happens to be very new and extremely comfortable. So far so good.

Hoping to run into nephew Andrew at the Logan. If you don't know by now, my nephew is coming to with us on the bike/barge trip in Amsterdam. He is Aer Lingus and going through Dublin - we are going through Iceland. We meet up again in the Amsterdam airport - that's the plan anyway.

more later...

Ok - loved the ride to the airport - absolutely no stress. So was the check-in with Icelandair. We had upped our ticket to "new" economy comfort class - more legroom, free drinks, food, blah, blah, blah but you also get speedy security check-in plus lounge access. We are now very happily enjoying sushi and other goodies (free booze for moi) in the very calm and comfortable lounge. 

On the way in we ran into Sue Moore and her daughter Cindy - they are on our flight - plus we met Andrew on our way to the airport lounge. All is well.

more from Reykjavik...

Flight Boston was a breeze. A bit delayed before boarding but it was smooth sailing to Iceland. It was a relatively short flight, 4 1/2 hours. Landed in Reykjavik, got off one plane and right onto another. No time to hangout in the lounge, darn! This plane is smaller and our economy comfort seats are actually in business class - very comfortable. The views going into Amsterdam were awesome.

Landed safely and Andrew was at baggage claim to greet us! Yeah. We

negotiated the right train to Central Station then went over to buy tram tickets (not sure if we will use them or not). Went to the tourist bureau to get a map for Andrew and we were off to our b&b. This place is very cozy and a great location. Resting for a bit before we walk Andrew down to his hostel. Not sure what will happen after that. 


Next time... Exploring Amsterdam