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You won't follow this line of thought because you didn't read the books, but bear with me as I babble.... I think one of the things that was so appealing about the Harry Potter movies was the fact that these wizards and witches of modern times still dressed, ate, lived in such a way as their ancestors did. It was all very old, but in today's time. That's why the train is so fascinating - that it actually exists! Like you say, it's a bygone era yet it's what the wizarding history is all about. Old traditions still being upheld today.
No, it makes sense to me, even without having read the books...
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Your Harry Potter lesson for the day, if that makes any sense.
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And I wouldn't be surprised if they start charging for the climb up that hill. That's unfortunate that the fans are disrespectful like that.
I wouldn't be surprised. If it's causing so much damage and, let's face it, it will cost to repair that damage, they're going to have no choice. It's a shame the actions of a few could potentially impact on everyone...
Great photos of the viaduct and steam train! Giving Mark a break tomorrow is probably a good idea! Interested in seeing what you wind up doing instead.
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Very poignant memorial with that sole kilted clansman! Most of my knowledge of the Jacobite uprisings comes from reading an historical novel series that included graphic depictions of battles and then reading research notes of those as well. Can't wait to see the viaduct.
Is that, by any chance, the Outlander series? I've read that series, and that makes this TR all the more fascinating, as the first two books deal very much in the Jacobite uprising, and Bonnie Prince Charlie, and the Battle of Culloden.
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Great photos of the viaduct and steam train! Giving Mark a break tomorrow is probably a good idea! Interested in seeing what you wind up doing instead.
Oh he definitely needed a break and we had a great day with our cobbled-together-at-the-last-minute plans!
Is that, by any chance, the Outlander series? I've read that series, and that makes this TR all the more fascinating, as the first two books deal very much in the Jacobite uprising, and Bonnie Prince Charlie, and the Battle of Culloden.
I've heard a lot of people talk about that. I don't think it's my sort of thing. While it was fascinating to see the places, I wouldn't want to know all the detail about it, if that makes sense?
Your photos look just like the Harry Potter movies, so ! Mark is such a sweetheart to permit you all some photography time. Your change of plans sounds like the best idea.
Is that, by any chance, the Outlander series? I've read that series, and that makes this TR all the more fascinating, as the first two books deal very much in the Jacobite uprising, and Bonnie Prince Charlie, and the Battle of Culloden.
Thursday 15 June – part seven: talk about welcoming!
We quickly found our place to stay for the night, the West Highland Hotel, and I think it’s fair to say that none of us were really over impressed by the sight of it from outside…
However, inside was a different matter, at least downstairs in the communal areas…
Talk about welcoming! We were given our room assignments, and headed off. We had a nice view over the town and port…
Skye in the distance…
However, the room was just Ok. It wasn’t the greatest.
For the next couple of hours, we enjoyed some downtime, and I told Mark in no uncertain terms to get some sleep, as I knew he was absolutely exhausted, and sure enough, it wasn’t long before he was out for the count.
I took some photos of the outside through the window, although disappointingly, I managed to miss the ferry departing. I checked the timetable, and trust me, it left way before it was supposed to, so I guess maybe they changed the timings around?
We headed down to meet up with Mari and Raleigh at 6:30pm, and they were already down there. I suspect they’d been there a little while, as there was no Wi-Fi in the rooms (the downside to staying here ) although I’d managed to get round that problem by tethering to my mobile phone.
We headed into the Terrace Restaurant, and it was deserted in there. We were quickly joined by Archie. We only know his name, as he’s patently a regular there to the point where they knew exactly what he eats off the menu! We would’ve loved to have spoken to him, but sadly his accent was far too thick for us to understand… I’m glad we came in when we did, as the place was packed by the time we left, and with good reason.
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The room may be simple, but that view is fantastic! I just read an article yesterday that said there's too much tourism on the island of Skye. So I found it ironic that you guys switched up your itinerary!
The restaurant sure looks light and airy, nice views. Hope it's good!
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Interested in seeing what you wind up doing instead.
Sounds like a much needed change in plans for tomorrow!
! Mark is such a sweetheart to permit you all some photography time. 
Your change of plans sounds like the best idea. 
I’m glad we came in when we did, as the place was packed by the time we left, and with good reason.
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