New York

Flying to the US was odd to say the least. We flew (in a lovely plane with very good seats) for about 12 hours ....... and then arrived in LA 9 hours BEFORE we left!!
The transfer to the New York plane was easy, and after getting our seats sorted, we set off for JFK Airport and the COLD!!
We took a taxi from the airport to our hotel. Lovely frontage and almost opposite Grand Central Station and 5-10 minutes walk from Broadway and Times Square.


Here is Gordon in front of our hotel and the view from our room - and yes it IS the (world famous) Chrysler Building. How's that for location.


We had a good lay in as the day of the flight was a bit of a "Groundhog Day" and went around the corner to "Blooms" for brunch.


After brunch we had a wander around the area starting with a visit to the Chrysler Building itself! We are afraid that most of the photos on the next few blogs will probably be of buildings so bear with us! So, here is a close up of the tower.


Rachel wrapped up to protect her from the cold in the streets of NY. Big change after the southern hemisphere!


Here is Broadway and Times Square - all flashing lights and people trying to sell you tickets!


As we love it so much here is that tower again at night!

More to follow!