We’ve Almost Been To Texas - Day 1

This is an experiment. Bonnie and I had planned a trip to the Gulf Coast of the United States to begin in early April. Events, as they say, have overtaken that plan but, having had a LOT of time on my hands this winter, I had researched extensively. I propose to share that with you in the form of a travel journal following the day by day events of our trip as they might have unfolded. 

Day One - Prince George to Calgary

Saab 340-B

We have begun our trip with a short flight to Calgary where we will overnight and hook up with Bonnie's brother, Ian. For this bit we will take the tiny airplane which flies direct. A unique travel experience reserved for those who live in ex-urban Canada, the Saab 340-B is a turbo prop (remember propellers?) seating 34 passengers who crouch down and duck-walk their way on board. Happily, they receive complimentary ear plugs as they board. Unhappily, they need them. We enjoy a beautiful flight over the Rockies and land shortly before 5:00 pm at YYC.

We have a room reserved at the Best Western Premier Airport Inn, just a few minutes shuttle ride from the airport. 

Best Western Premier Airport Inn - Calgary

We have time to freshen up before Ian arrives to take us into town for supper at one of his favorite spots, The Blues Can, a food and music venue on 9th Avenue. We are surprised to see that the menu leans heavily toward Louisiana so we enjoy Seafood Gumbo (Bonnie) and Cajun Ribs (Rob and Ian). The real treat is an 8:00 pm performance by my all-time favorite guitar picker, Tim Williams. 

Tim Williams

We are back to the hotel for a solid night's sleep before boarding our (much bigger) plane to Houston tomorrow. This has been an easy travel day and a good start to our trip. Now I think I’ll click the Tim Williams link in the text and listen to a Calgary icon.