Free Passports

I've just heard that if you are a British citizen and were born on or before 2nd September 1929 you are entitled to a free 10-year, 32 page passport.

Apparenlty this is in recognition of the sacrifices made by World War II veterans and civilians.  I don't think this news is hot off the press but you might well want to pass it on to any of your friends who are of that generation and who still enjoy roaming this wonderful world of ours.

Talking about roaming the world, I was working on our itinerary for Uganda next March yesterday and nearly packed a bag and left to jump on the first flight!   We've got a slightly different itinerary this time and it looks absolutely wonderful.   Some of the accommodation which Johnnie has chosen for us is really outstanding and the chances of seeing Chimps and Gorillas are strong.  Although it's primarily a birding tour, you can't be in that neck of the woods without being surrounded by game as well, to say nothing of impressive scenery.   I haven't been able to get out there yet and so want to go.   Down girl.  Get on with that 2009 brochure .....!!!  (By the way - I haven't finalised the price for next year yet so haven't changed the web page - departure will be 17 March.)