The Wyborn Family: The Grand Canyon - Saturday, 13 December 2008

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Tuesday, December 23, 2008

The Grand Canyon - Saturday, 13 December 2008

We had a very early start on Friday - our flight to Phoenix, Arizona left at 6.45 am!!! At the airport we were told that Greyhound Buses travelled to Williams. They didn't. Fanbloodytastic.

After spending the good part of 4 hours waiting for a bus, we travelled to Flagstaff and then caught a taxi to Williams. It was snowing while we were in the taxi!!

Saturday morning we caught a train to the Grand Canyon - it was FREEZING!!! We had to run to catch the train and as it was so windy and cold, and due to the altitude, it was very hard to run. I looked a sight, my mascara had run and I looked like Morticia from the Adamms Family.

The train ride was a few hours. It was quite interesting as we had a guide who pointed out different historical facts and features along the way. We were also entertained by a performer who sang old Country songs.

The Grand Canyon was as beautiful as I remembered. It was such a windy and cold day but that didn't ruin the beauty of the day (although the kids may disagree). I must admit, it was nice to return to the train for the return journey home.

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