Friday, 9 December 2011

Arrival in Hong Kong

Here we are... touched down in Hong Kong and safely checked into an astonishing hotel. The journey was long and tiring, we were delayed by an hour because of luggage problems at Heathrow. The luggage problem turned out to be SNT's suitcase, one of a few left behind. The tour party has already attracted a great deal of local interest, many have mistaken us for a more important team. L'Hotel Nina is excellent. We have the 72nd floor largely to ourselves and the rooms offer stunning panoramic views of Victoria Harbour and Hong Kong island beyond. The boys enjoyed a quick supper, some opting for an early chance to sample the Hong Kong cuisine, some opting disappointingly for something closer to home. Training begins early tomorrow. We hope to get the journey out of our legs and begin to prepare for our first game against Happy Valley U17.

10 comments:

  1. Good to hear that the journey went well despite the luggage issues.
    Hong Kong is a greatbplace and I am sure the boys will have a lot of fun.
    Hopefully you will all be rested when you wake up today. Understand from Douglas that not many of you did sleep well on the plane.
    Dag Andersson Tilk

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  2. That's the worst bit done, delighted you all arrived safely. Have a fabulous trip. Enjoy the football. Really hope the missing luggage arrives!!!
    Margaret & Stephen Chadwick

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  3. Glad you arrived safely. You must have an amazing view from the 72nd floor! Hope the first match went well. Enjoy the total lunar eclipse tonight, especially laid on for you, as you should have a good view from The Peak?!
    Sarah and Guy Breeden

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  4. Go Harrow Go!!!

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  5. What an adventure! Really enjoying the photos - some spectacular shots - and that's not just the football! Keep 'em coming! Lynn and Alan Mitchell

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  6. Hi Morgan...looks great...got to be one of my favourite places on the planet..you are obviously playing well,,,if you get to Frankies in Lang Kwai Fung...say hi to Frankie from us

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  7. All bodes very well for the coming season! Many thanks to the Masters for putting on such a memorable and rewarding tour for the boys. One and all has done Harrow proud. A safe and not too tiring journey home! Lynn and Alan Mitchell

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  8. Loved the daily diary with the subtle humour and of course the photos!
    Well done to all the team for some great football. Thank you for a fabulous tour of great experiences, many memories, and great mascots!
    Sarah and Guy Breeden

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  9. What a fabulous trip. Thank you to the Masters for making the trip so memorable and especially for all the lovely photos. Happy Birthday Chester. As usual, Peter ends up with the bird!!
    Looking forward to the football season.
    Safe journey home.
    Margaret, Stephen Chadwick

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  10. Congratulations to the team and many thanks to the staff from the Whelans

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