Hi everyone. Sorry it has taken a few days for us to get the blog going. We have "hit the ground running" in Moscow.
We had a smooth flight from Melb to Abu Dhabi and both had a reasonable amount of sleep. We arrived in Abu Dhabi just after 6am & already the temperature was 32 heading for a top of 41 that day.after a few hours there we boarded a smaller plane for Moscow. We were the only business class passengers. The 5 hour flight was smooth until the landing. We had almost touched the Tarmac but the plane was wobbling side to side, then it suddenly took off back up & did a big circle to try again. This time it came down a lot smoother. Don't know why but it was just like there was a trainee pilot at the controls!
We had a smooth flight from Melb to Abu Dhabi and both had a reasonable amount of sleep. We arrived in Abu Dhabi just after 6am & already the temperature was 32 heading for a top of 41 that day.after a few hours there we boarded a smaller plane for Moscow. We were the only business class passengers. The 5 hour flight was smooth until the landing. We had almost touched the Tarmac but the plane was wobbling side to side, then it suddenly took off back up & did a big circle to try again. This time it came down a lot smoother. Don't know why but it was just like there was a trainee pilot at the controls!
There are about 180 passengers on the boat including Aussies, English, Americans & Canadians. Friday was very busy - left boat at 9.30 am & arrived back for dinner at 10.15pm. Bus tour of Moscow with photo stops then Red Square then GUM shopping centre with 3 amazing levels & beautiful floral displays. Went through St Basil's Cathedral started in 14 century & encountered incredible male singing quartet. Toured Moscow Metro which is decorated with artworks, mosaics, sculptures & chandeliers. From there via tourist shopping area to Moscow Circus. Amazing animal acts, acrobats & gymnasts - a highlight of the day.
Saturday we toured the Kremlin where Putin has his office. It is a walled city on a hill in Moscow with a long history. Saw a collection of 27 Faberge Eggs & many priceless items from the Tsarist era. In the evening, we went to a Russian traditional dancing show - another amazing experience which Tammy & the girls would love (perfect technique!!). Apparently it may be in Australia later in the year.
Sounds absolutely amazing! Chris wanted to comment to Dad about Essendon's win, a very close away game! Love Holly
ReplyDeleteHi. Looks amazing! I can see from the photos that you got to visit Disneyland in Moscow!!!......oh hang on I think that must be St Basil's.....
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