Karnak Travel, Egham

21/03/2025

The guidance for re-arranging travel for people affected by the Heathrow fire is much the same as for the Icelanding Ash Cloud in 2010
Now that I'm with Travel Counsellors I have a lot of back-up from Head Office. But even in 2010, it only took us 3 days after the flights resumed to get all our clients back home.

12/09/2024

I think I'm going to study a new language.
Pidgin.
BBC Language service offers this for West Africans
And it is more up to date on Kenya airport strike than their English Language service is.

Kenya Airport Workers Union wey bin announce di strike say make goment torchlight di deal for di public to know wetin dey inside.

20/08/2024

Gate at Chepstow Castle.
This is the shield of William Marshall, who is also commemorated on the gate at the top of Egham High St.

23/06/2024

Mayor Elaine Gill was kind enough to visit Egham for Magna Carta Day, last Saturday 15th June.
She was escorted by her Acting Consort, Miss Lois Gill, standing in for the Mayor's official Consort, her granddad.

These are our VIP guests, visiting St John's Church stall in the High Street. All very colour co-ordinated

17/06/2024

It rained a little on Magna Carta Day: two short but fierce downpours. I think everyone who was there had fun.

14/06/2024

https://youtu.be/Rp1n7tzFCCE?feature=shared

In a series of election specials Pie looks at the main issues that will decide this coming election. Today he's looking at the omni-shambles that is the UK ...

04/06/2024

I'm finding it hard to get any real work done.

I'm rearranging furniture as my new sofa is arriving imminently.
Trying to write minutes for H&F Lib Dems meeting last night.
Trying to sort out the remaining jobs for Magna Carta Day.
Trying to follow the results of the elections in India which are very exciting.

Please someone, phone me and ask me to book a holiday!

03/06/2024

I just found this, and I love it.

19/04/2024

If you are ever ever tempted to trust ChatGPT, this is the answer to my question "Tell me a little about Meher Oliaji"

Meher Oliaji is an American artist and designer known for her vibrant and eclectic style. She has gained recognition for her unique approach to creating art, which often incorporates a mix of traditional techniques and modern elements. Oliaji's work spans across various mediums, including painting, illustration, and digital art.

Her artistic style is characterized by bold colors, intricate patterns, and playful imagery. She draws inspiration from diverse sources, including nature, culture, and her own imagination. Oliaji's creations often feature whimsical characters and surreal landscapes that invite viewers into fantastical worlds.

In addition to her artistic endeavors, Meher Oliaji is also involved in the design world, collaborating with brands and organizations to bring her distinctive aesthetic to various projects. Through her art and design, she aims to evoke joy, spark curiosity, and inspire creativity in others"

Now, I know there might possibly be another person with my name, but if there was, I think a google search would throw up some evidence of it.

13/09/2023

Falkirk wheel....79ft lift/fall in one go

Only rotating boat lift of its kind in the world, and one of two working boat lifts in the UK

14/03/2022

Grant Shapps is (FINALLY) getting rid of the Passenger Locator Form.
You know, that one where you tell the track-and-trace people how to find you if....
If what? When did anyone last get tracked-and-traced?

24/02/2022