So excited

My DHhas surprised me withatrip to the United Kingdom in their summer.
I live in Australia so it will be a twenty two hourfkight if we fly straight there or we can break it up with 2 stop overs on the way. Then we will be traving around the UK for a month. He telksme what made him decide to do this is it maybe the only chance we get with my back being so bad, it is only going to get worse and then travel ling will not be a option.
I am really looking forward to this so much a big part of me is dreading the pain from ditting for so long. But I will be able to get up and move around on the flight. As for the stress of changeing planes etc, wecare going to take our daughter who is trained to plan things like this so she will deal with a lot of the stress letting me enjoy planning where we are going go where we are going to stay.
I am having fun finding the Bed and Breakfasts I want to stay in.
This is a great year for me I have almost lost the wright I want to lose only another ten kilos or twenty pounds to go.

Kathy
FMS, CFS, IBS, RA

This is wonderful news, Kathy! I have been on a 15 hour flight and was just fine so you should do well, too. Be sure to print out the gentle stretching exercises in Fibro 101. These were developed for long flights and they also help prevent deep vein thrombosis. So have your hubby do these too. Also, get up and walk around frequently.

Some people bring neck pillows on the flights so that's an idea.

BUT the one thing that has helped me with any type of travel...plane, car, bus....is my Back Booster pillow. It's an inflatable lumbar support pillow that, when flattened, fits easily in your purse. It comes with a carrying case. It takes me four good breaths to blow it up and you can adjust how soft or firm it can be. If you google it, you will see pictures of it. I absolutely love this and it could be used like a head/neck pillow too, I imagine. I have never used it for my neck but it sure makes my back feel better when traveling. I have a disease of my spine that can make me miserable....especially when traveling...but the Back Booster has saved me from that. You can order it on line.

So get planning and have a spectacular time!

Sherrine

I am so excited for you, Kathy! And the fact you're staying a month will make it so much easier for you to get the rest you need while you're there and still see everything you want.

I have a neck pillow that has a light in it so you can read if the lights are off or low around your seats. Hope you can find something similar. It also has a clip on it so you can attach it to your carry-on or purse. I second the back support also. On that long of a flight, you'll want to make sure you're comfortable. If you're a reader and don't have a Kindle or Nook, I'd recommend getting one and loading it up with books.

I admit I'm jealous. I've always wanted to visit England, Scotland, and Ireland.

We can't wait to hear about your trip!

I'm jealous too! The British Isles is the first place I'd head if I got the chance to travel out of the U.S...mainly because that's where most of my ancestors came from.

How wonderful, Kathy! I'm really happy for you. And it's great that you'll have time to plan for it, in addition to your daughter's help.

Debbie

yipppeee - whereabouts are you coming to visit?

I can let you know some good places...especially if you are anywhere near Windsor as thats close to where I live

That is a long long trip - wish I could do a swap with you and visit Aus...maybe one day :O)

even though its June - you will still need warm clothing - at moment here in March its still only about 7 celsius / 44 degress farenheit...you will need cardigans etc in June as evenings go quite cold...

Plus we get a LOT of rain - we have had severe floods here this year and everywhere is waterlogged...esp in my area

You NEED to see London and Windsor if you can - its steeped in heritage and Royalty - and the surrounding areas are so beautiful...Ireland is beautiful too though...make sure you visit a good old British pub and get fish and chips...that will be an experience for you :o)