Hi Michael,
I had a wonderful time on the Faroe Islands. The flights were very good, on time going out as it was hot and sunny at both ends. Coming back the plane circled quite a few times at Vagar before the mist cleared enough for it to land, so we were an hour late leaving, but there is nothing you can do about the weather.
I was fascinated by the number of sheep breeds, both on the islands and in each flock, I didn't know there were so many varieties. The tours were very interesting and the minibus arrived on time every day. The only problems, if they can be called that, were that most days we covered the same route from Thorshavn as there is only the one road, and because of that and there being different people each day we heard the same descriptions. After the third time I knew it by heart. I booked a tour to Sandoy on the Sunday, that was really interesting. In the end, I didn't go to Mykenes, the weather was bad with very strong winds. Those who went, were strong experienced walkers and a lot said that they struggled, particularly on the climb from the ferry, instead I stayed on the minibus and went to Gaesaladur, which I really liked. The included meals on the tours were excellent.
There were some very good restaurants in Thorshavn, expensive, but I knew that would be the case, the Angus Steakhouse was particularly good, especially the lamb (even if it was from New Zealand).
The hotel was the only disappointment. It was in a good location and the breakfast was good. Having said that, the lift was dodgy, I had to get a chambermaid to help me with it as I was checking out. Also there was a huge pipe outside my bedroom window, making quite a noise right through the night, it was made worse because I had to have the window open.
During the course of the week, I met people of many nationalities, mostly European, but some from Australia and Israel. We had a lot of laughs and some interesting conversations. Best of all, I saw Brits at the airport on arrival and didn't see them again until departure. Result!
All the arrangements made by you went like clockwork, the pick ups to and from the airport, flights, hotel and tours. The only other point I would make is that, unless you intend spending a lot of time walking and climbing, one week is long enough on the Islands.
Thank you for making all the arrangements.
Regards,
Joan