Day 14

The hostel in Cardiff showed me where the cereals are kept the night before so I could help myself to it. They also put bread and milk there for me.

The best part however is, when I opened the cabinet, I saw a note from them to tell me to enjoy my bkfast. Super sweet.

Lovely place to stay in but there are more places for me to go.

Bath is very small, easy to see all in a few hours. I took a free walking tour in the late morning that lasted 2 hours and that basically covered all there is to see in Bath.

Onwards to Cornwall tmr.

Day 13

Went to Cardiff Bay and did some shopping. Skin very dry so had to go buy some cream from Boots.

It was sunny but very chilly. I almost had to take out my gloves and the only time I talk about using gloves was when I was at the Highlands.

Came back early and and is chilling out at the tv room. I really like this hostel, the best so far. The owners bake cookies for everyone yesterday and it seems they do something diff everytime, could be pizza, could be soup. Best of all very cosy and they have fruits for everyone too. Lovely lovely place.

Leaving for Bath tmr, checking out at 530am, arrgghh. Need to find out whether they can pack bkfast for me since I won't be around when the bkfast is served. Need to pack again tonight.

Day 12

Woke up at 7am so I can check-out of the hostel and catch a train to Cardiff.

The sun is out today, arrrgghh but still chilly although not so cold that I have to zip up and I went out with my scarf today. It was very cold this am in Manchester -3 and the train was initially like an ice-box. The Wales train is not as great as the 2 other providers I took to Manchester. After I checked in I ended up watching a MU match live on tv which they lost arrrggghh and left the hostel only abt 3pm.

The hostel I stayed in today is very clean, it's a townhouse and everything is very homely but with the cleanliness you will see in a new house. It also has its own backyard, very cute. A nice house to have.

Day 11

Had the whole room to myself last night but was awaken at 530am in the morning by loud music next door, followed by pounding at the door and shouting. Arrrrgggghhhh.

Took another nap and woke up at 730am so I can get ready to visit Old Trafford.

Went to the tram station at Mosley street to catch the tram, did not pay for it and had to look out for tram conductors haha. Reached Old Trafford but lost my way abit until I asked for direction from someone. Found the stadium after a short walk and quickly snapped some photos outside the stadium. The moment the Mega Store opened at 930am, I rushed in and asked where I can get the ticket for the Stadiyum and Museum tour. Was redirected and quickly proceeded to get my ticket. However insted of joining the tour group I was on, I joined the one later and ended up with a group 25 strong. The tour guide was fabulous, very funny and very informative although he also have his poker face on.

Tour took about an hour and after that we ended at the Mega store again but I went back to the Museum and spent some time there. By the time I left the stadium, it was already 1230pm and I walked over to Salford Quays. Saw an outlet mall there and ended up shopping there. Bought some stuff from Marks & Spencer.

Took the tram back to town, again skipping the fare again hehe. Rushed to the Nike shop as I saw some Man Utd mechandise on sale yesterday. The prices were cheaper there versus at the Mega store so I bought quite a fair bit of stuff. Ended up getting some t-shirts at Primark as well.

Walked to Rosso to see if I can see any footballers but to no avail. Went back to the hostel and did some packing. Had a hard time stuffing everything in so guess I will have to buy a bag when I reach London since I have more stuff to buy there.

Watched some tv and headed to bed. Woke up at 2am or so and read for a while before I went back to bed.

Day 10

Woke up very early today as I have to catch a train to Manchester. Train rides are really a better idea than bus rides. Faster, cleaner, easy access to toilets. Only problem is finding the right train on the right platform but that itself is also an adventure.

Arrived in Manchester at 11 plus in the morning after sneaking into an earlier train. The bus conductor was the one who said I could.

Reached the hostel before 12pm but was allowed to check-in even though the check-in time is 3pm. The all girls room was such a mess and the occupants were all sleeping even though it was already 12pm. I took my stuff and went strolling around town. Found Rosso - Rio Ferdinand's restaurant but it was closed today. Maybe I could check it out again tomorrow to see if I can see any footballers hehe.

Came back to the hostel again around 4pm and just find the thoughts of staying in the room depressing so I went downstairs to request for another room. The rest were shared room but I was able to get a dorm which is not occupied. When I went back to the room, the gals were still in bed, you can imagine that they are party animals and will probably head out at night and make lots of noises. To switch room is a good idea.

Took a shower and went to make dinner even tho I had a late lunch today. Will try to sleep early again tonight so I can wake up early tomorrow and head to Old Trafford. Lots of shopping to do!

Day 9

Today marks the midway of my trip, still in boring Glasgow.

I made an appointment to have breakfast with my fren at 8am and then we went out separate way.

I just wandered around town, bought a pair of Clarks shoes and some cookies for home.

Then I headed back to the hostel to cook dinner. by 830pm when everyone was out partying, I was already in bed.

Day 8

Woke up very early today as I had to catch a bus to Glasgow. Indeed Glasgow is kind of boring, not as much things to see and do like Edinburgh.

Spent the day travelling around on the subway and did some groceries.

Met up for dinner with a gal who stayed in the same Edinburgh histel with me. Then we had drinks at the bar below our hostel.