tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7171307653508307040.post6356528199247097077..comments2024-03-28T01:19:35.439-04:00Comments on Travel with Kevin and Ruth: We made it, but it wasn't a smooth trip!Kevin Readhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05795747155781311686noreply@blogger.comBlogger31125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7171307653508307040.post-71835979143843971042014-04-18T13:50:46.791-04:002014-04-18T13:50:46.791-04:00You said it, the States definitely seems to be one...You said it, the States definitely seems to be one of the most time consuming borders to go through at least so far in our experiences.Ruthhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18136052866820208847noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7171307653508307040.post-91932104663910195542014-04-18T13:46:54.348-04:002014-04-18T13:46:54.348-04:00We really don't have a problem with flying but...We really don't have a problem with flying but have to admit that we love our motorhome.Ruthhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18136052866820208847noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7171307653508307040.post-28383641943744426382014-04-18T13:45:48.744-04:002014-04-18T13:45:48.744-04:00We accept this a part of the travel experience but...We accept this a part of the travel experience but this was when beyond what should be expected.Ruthhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18136052866820208847noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7171307653508307040.post-42236096005473382532014-04-18T13:44:19.235-04:002014-04-18T13:44:19.235-04:00Thank you Connie and Barry, we will have a wonderf...Thank you Connie and Barry, we will have a wonderful time, and hope that you enjoy your Easter with our family too.Ruthhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18136052866820208847noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7171307653508307040.post-40682906142300469052014-04-18T13:38:32.677-04:002014-04-18T13:38:32.677-04:00We will try to avoid this airport as well and if w...We will try to avoid this airport as well and if we can't then we will make sure that there is way more time between the connecting flight. Live and learn!Ruthhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18136052866820208847noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7171307653508307040.post-82279305915434981422014-04-18T13:36:51.912-04:002014-04-18T13:36:51.912-04:00We will thank you Kenny and Angela!We will thank you Kenny and Angela!Ruthhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18136052866820208847noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7171307653508307040.post-28374457559574844292014-04-18T13:32:19.984-04:002014-04-18T13:32:19.984-04:00We have no problems with being diverted to other c...We have no problems with being diverted to other cities or flights being cancelled because of weather as this is something that they can't control but by not putting on more staff when and where it is needed seems to us very poor planning on their part.<br /><br />Have to concur with Teresa on the restaurant part this winter, lol!Ruthhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18136052866820208847noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7171307653508307040.post-9069547035133005812014-04-18T13:27:29.316-04:002014-04-18T13:27:29.316-04:00It certainly will Jim and Sandie, thank you!It certainly will Jim and Sandie, thank you!Ruthhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18136052866820208847noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7171307653508307040.post-60360690354625353492014-04-18T13:25:44.099-04:002014-04-18T13:25:44.099-04:00They sure do cause a lot of people to miss their f...They sure do cause a lot of people to miss their flights and it seems that isn't a big deal for them. The lady we spoke with at the check-in counter made us think that it happens all the time. Yes, our bags made it through fine but on the same flight as the one we went on because they missed the original flight too as they had to go through customs with us.<br /><br />We will enjoy our time with the family for sure.Ruthhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18136052866820208847noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7171307653508307040.post-39639821121990471492014-04-18T13:18:54.436-04:002014-04-18T13:18:54.436-04:00I think this was didn't our worst time with Im...I think this was didn't our worst time with Immigration Services for any country we have ever entered.<br /><br />It was definitely worth it all seeing Lindsey and the grandchildren, just glad it all worked out in our favour.Ruthhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18136052866820208847noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7171307653508307040.post-51697034713187836552014-04-18T13:16:25.537-04:002014-04-18T13:16:25.537-04:00We mind standing in line but it was having missed ...We mind standing in line but it was having missed our flight that would in turn have made us miss our next one that was the inconvenience and than that would have been a huge inconvenience to our daughter and the grandchildren and my Dad having to wait around another 5 hours for us to arrive. Luckily we were able to get on that one flight by going standby, so happy that we were able to get on it.Ruthhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18136052866820208847noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7171307653508307040.post-77756021772857244872014-04-18T13:11:29.972-04:002014-04-18T13:11:29.972-04:00Thank you Dianne, we will enjoy our family time!Thank you Dianne, we will enjoy our family time!Ruthhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18136052866820208847noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7171307653508307040.post-37158763808735144952014-04-18T13:10:51.038-04:002014-04-18T13:10:51.038-04:00I think that we were able to that in Halifax as we...I think that we were able to that in Halifax as well last year on our way to NYC, it sure made the process much quicker.<br /><br />I think they need a special section that will take connecting passengers though that is separate from the regular passengers so that they are able to get to their connecting flights at these busy airports.Ruthhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18136052866820208847noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7171307653508307040.post-85238579183616025052014-04-18T13:06:12.885-04:002014-04-18T13:06:12.885-04:00Luckily it did turn our well but is was a very fru...Luckily it did turn our well but is was a very frustrating for a while. Seeing Lindsey, Cameron and Sadie at the airport made it all worthwhile.Ruthhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18136052866820208847noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7171307653508307040.post-15096369539869301592014-04-18T13:04:24.762-04:002014-04-18T13:04:24.762-04:00I think this day was one of our least favourite tr...I think this day was one of our least favourite traveling days! It was still too early in the day for a beer but coffee and tea were needed!Ruthhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18136052866820208847noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7171307653508307040.post-54737523687778020052014-04-18T09:36:00.935-04:002014-04-18T09:36:00.935-04:00Yep, of all my work travels the U.S. is the pits. ...Yep, of all my work travels the U.S. is the pits. And don't dare say anything, you'll be jerked out of line and interrogated. I think the U.S. has the strangest airport rules and regs and their flying record stinks. Besides, they're looking in the wrong place anyway.living.boondockingmexicohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17157433834193440923noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7171307653508307040.post-38361871523893132092014-04-18T08:04:48.829-04:002014-04-18T08:04:48.829-04:00I am with Croft. Flying today is the pits. Much ...I am with Croft. Flying today is the pits. Much prefer to travel in the motorhome and enjoy a home cooked meal. Enjoy Easter with your family. Peterhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10346664966272697768noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7171307653508307040.post-5402772716177830692014-04-18T00:07:44.849-04:002014-04-18T00:07:44.849-04:00Welcome to the USA, I am glad you got out on time....Welcome to the USA, I am glad you got out on time. Homeland Security is so inept, we live here and dread coming home.Bonniehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15274197523291538231noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7171307653508307040.post-89455835268413100982014-04-17T21:34:11.296-04:002014-04-17T21:34:11.296-04:00Love those grandbabies - they are adorable - enjoy...Love those grandbabies - they are adorable - enjoy your family time - Happy Easter to All!!!!!!<br />Connie & Barry in PAConnie and Barryhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07324923679408549696noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7171307653508307040.post-23761408450287227832014-04-17T19:47:29.456-04:002014-04-17T19:47:29.456-04:00The last time thru Huston there were 4 jumbo jets ...The last time thru Huston there were 4 jumbo jets arriving the same time with just the same amount of lines open. It took me 2-3 hrs also to get thru I tey to avoid that airport from now on. Have a great visit and see you soon WendyWendyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01898175752839734204noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7171307653508307040.post-36302683838776837172014-04-17T19:01:31.483-04:002014-04-17T19:01:31.483-04:00Sorry Croft - had to laugh at that one. Guess that...Sorry Croft - had to laugh at that one. Guess that wasn't you guys out at restaurants during the winter! LOL Teresa Johannesma Woodhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04452415576469118219noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7171307653508307040.post-11197630230153888552014-04-17T18:55:57.083-04:002014-04-17T18:55:57.083-04:00Enjoy your time home..Enjoy your time home..Kenny And Angela's Adventurehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11760482956166260722noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7171307653508307040.post-9349771280535484442014-04-17T17:47:56.734-04:002014-04-17T17:47:56.734-04:00How easily we forget the inconveniences of flying....How easily we forget the inconveniences of flying. All those times we were diverted to another city because of weather and flights delayed or cancelled due to mechanical problems. Norma and I have no fear of flying but we flew so much when we both worked that we have no desire to do it any more. Same with eating in restaurants. We did that way too much when we worked. Give me travel in the motorhome any day and a home made meal.Crofthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17634815881045387152noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7171307653508307040.post-22436020007716169972014-04-17T17:11:08.191-04:002014-04-17T17:11:08.191-04:00I agree - there is no excuse for that mess at Hous...I agree - there is no excuse for that mess at Houston. Thank goodness the family time at the end of the journey will help you forget that misery.Jim and Sandiehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16108729200561576870noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7171307653508307040.post-16416151327260831482014-04-17T16:45:46.982-04:002014-04-17T16:45:46.982-04:00You're right! There's no excuse for what H...You're right! There's no excuse for what Houston airport put you through. They must cause people to miss their flights all the time. I guess your bags made it okay. Funny how that happens!<br /><br />Enjoy the time with your family. What fun!<br /><br />Grace (in Tucson)Gracehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01843102067348142929noreply@blogger.com