Hi
Tony , this trip has got to be one of the most exciting trips I've
ever experienced. Your planning and advise included in the Survival Guide was
unsurpassed.
The food and service was great at the Hard Rock Cafe , but there was some
confusion about the existence of vouchers to pay for the dinner. I reassured
them that there was recent communication between you and management where you
were going to be billed as the time for the reservation drew nearer. They did
have a reservation for Martha and I but offered us another menu other than the
PLATINUM. We corrected the problem and they complied.
Richard Porter was a blast , he's very knowledgeable about the Beatle places. We
bought several things from his store including the guide book and a DVD. Out of
respect for McCartney , he wouldn't take us to his house 2 blocks off Abbey Road
, Martha and I found it anyway and the gates were opening as we were walking by.
It was a landscaping truck departing from the property. Did you know that
Billy Fury lived across the street from Paul?
I must hand it to you , my favorite guide was Jackie Spencer. She's funny and
spontaneous . We'll never forget her. Martha my wife is a Beatle fan but not a
die-hard fan like I am. She said that she has a way deeper appreciation of the
Beatles . She got a chance of feeling so close to places and things that
pertained to the miracle in progress that were the Beatles. I reminded Jackie
that after the Beatles break-up , anybody that was involved with the band ,
that have passed on , have died in the USA. Mal ,John , Linda , Mo and George.
Spooky , no?
I got a chance to play Bass at the Jacaranda on open mike night on Thursday.
Played She Loves You and Twist and Shout. It was a young crowd but got a whole
bunch of hugs and kisses after I was done.
Everything was in place for Dublin. It's a great party town but lacks the
organization that London and Liverpool offer. Although the airport is not too
far from the Hotel , it can take a good half hour for the trip. It costs about
$25 Euros each way. Be careful not to miss a cab on Sunday morning on your way
to the airport. All the cabs are busy taking the drunks home at 5 to 7 in the
morning. I thought that they were all going to church! The Airport was
completely full on Sunday morning. There is too much traffic. My advise is to
reserve a cab the night before departure. We lucked out.
The Hotel was excellent , very friendly and very clean. They offer a safe box
with a key. It's located outside the reception area , and it requires a key from
the receptionist as well . I felt OK with this. Don't lose your Safe box key or
the will charge you 250 Euros. I asked if I could keep the key in the safe then.
We did have breakfast outside the Hotel since it is a bit pricey. We had a blast
at the Guinness brewery factory.
The flight to Paris was very good as well. Everything was on schedule , right on
time.
Tony , keep up the excellent service. You are the best. Great choice in
accommodations and travel! We'll never forget this experience.
Your friends
Hugh and Martha Taylor
Seattle, WA