Excellent!
Looking forward to the usual fantastic kpc photos already! (No pressure!)
We''ll try again tomorrow am, weather permitting
Well the trip report got off with a great start...flight got cancelled due to bad weather at LDH
Last October we had to spend an extra night at LHI as flights could not get in or out due to wild wind and rain, much like I expect the weather they are having today. It was great - the island is almost as sensational in a storm as when it's calm and sunny. Have a good time, whenever you get there.
This is my trip report to LDH. Friday - flight cancelled; Saturday- flight cancelledDamn! Best of luck tomorrow.
. As we were only going for 3 nites, I''ve cancelled the trip. The flights will be refunded but will have to claim accommodation from insuranceThis is my trip report to LDH. Friday - flight cancelled; Saturday- flight cancelled
Thanks. ..we were told at the airport that all flights are cancelled for today. We will book for some other time for slightly longer...need to go and read my insurance policy as soon as I get home.
QF have no conceded defeat and all flights to/from LHI are cancelled for today. Sad for kpc (and others)
Spoke to my accommodation at LDH...weather is not too bad there now but apparently the planes' diversion point if they can't land at LDH is Port Macquarie / mid North Coast where the weather is appalling.QF have no conceded defeat and all flights to/from LHI are cancelled for today. Sad for kpc (and others)
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Spoke to my accommodation at LDH...weather is not too bad there now but apparently the planes' diversion point if they can't land at LDH is Port Macquarie / mid North Coast where the weather is appalling.
Looked at my travel insurance and I think I should be covered for the accommodation. Whilst those stuck on LDH may be glad to have extra days there, there are probably many that have other flights and commitments, and are very anxious to leave. QF cancelled 4 flights today so there are many pax affected. Felt really sorry for the American couple who came all the way here to visit LDH...they will now be stuck at the Mercure hotel (not a 5*
Just cancelled my leave for Monday so I won't lose another day of my precious annual leave:shock:
I guess if you travel alot, these things are bound to happen! It is beyond everyone's control. I would have been a little more upset if my trip to Victoria Falls, and Machu Picchu late last year were cancelled at the last minute!!Very disappointing for you but great to see your response to circumstances which are out of everyone's control.
Maybe the Traveller's Motto should be: "Blessed are the flexible, for they shall not get bent out of shape!"
That, and: "Have good travel insurance!"
The weather gods will smile upon you next time.
LHI is a magical place just off the NSW coast. Serviced by QF on a Dash 8 (one class only), the airfare is very expensive at around $1000 return for the cheapest red-e fare from Sydney or Brisbane. However, the proximity means only 16000 points (+taxes) are required for a return trip which is good value. Book early and enjoy this very special place.
You might need a wet-suit for snorkelling but it's worth it. If not just enjoy the views. If you decide to climb Mt. Gower (amazing) just make sure you are really fit and can pull yourself up a few ropes (actually about 25). We went in a mixed group with ages up to 74 but we were all more than a bit stiff the next day.
