The voyages of Chookie and Ral

[gertbysea]

Actually a few years ago we were in Southern Thailand when Ted had a fall breaking his arm, nose ,  Zygoma and his glasses. The QBE insurance company were amazing, and on the phone every day sometimes twice a day with advise and counsel plus a nurse rang regularly. I was even offered an interpreter. The insurance  paid for absolutely everything including taxi fares to and from the hospital, fax and email costs, drugs, treatment, hospital and doctors.  We have used QBE since as it is one of the few that will insure an 84 year old traveller!


I am confident Chookie and Ral's  insurance will pay up.

Gert

[Cuilidh]

I am confident Chookie and Ral's  insurance will pay up.

I am sure you are right, Gert - like many, I just tend to be a bit cynical about insurance companies.  Following your positive comments re QBE insurance, I will definitely look at them next time we are travelling.

[mab19]

Chookie, I am so glad your DH is feeling a little better and able to travel.  Have a safe trip home.

[KarenH]

Dear Bess and Ral,
I have just caught up on this thread and your sad news.  I am so sorry that your holiday has ended up like this, but also really glad to hear that Ral is starting to feel a bit better.

Many years ago (when I was young and stupid) I travelled 6 weeks in Vietnam with NO travel insurance.  DH got really, really sick (I thought he had meningitis) and trying to deal with foreign hospitals and language problems was a nightmare.  I can absolutely relate to how stressful it must have been for you both.

Wishing you all the best for a safe and comfortable trip home, and for a further speedy recovery for Ral.
xxx karen

[achookwoman]

Thank you all again for all the good wishes.  Zurich rang today to say that there would be no prob with the claims,  although this has been the least of our worries.  Paul is flying to Dubai and staying the night at the transit hotel, and then traveling from Dubai to Melb with us on the long leg. He is a quiet confident young man and we are really glad that he is meeting us. 
On a brighter note.  Today I had a beautiful light Turkish lunch.  ( all by myself).   The main dining room at the hotel has both Turkish and Western food.  Neither good.  But today I discovered a beautiful dining area on the roof of the hotel.   The food was outstanding.  The view over the Bosphorus was as good as the food.  I had 2 small dishes,  both of which will translate well to the TMX.  Surprise coming. 
Next message I hope from Dubai

[Cornish Cream]

What good news that you will have Paul with you when you travel home Chookie.
It's nice to read that you had a good dining experience on the roof of the hotel.I look forward to the recipes

[droverjess]

So glad the plan is coming together and Paul is coming to help.
You must be feeling more yourself if thinking of creating new dishes from what you have eaten!

Sending huge hugs and best wishes from us all
Xxx

[Cuilidh]

Glad everything is falling to place now.  Also good to hear you sounding more relaxed and happy again.  Travel safely.

[gertbysea]

 I am so happy it is all working out for you. Scary time but Ral will be happy to be on his way to home and hearth where he an get some good tucker. What a trip eh?

Gert

[judydawn]

It's nice when your kids can be there when you need them Chookie - you will both be so pleased to see him I'm sure.  Not long to go now, in the meantime it was great to hear you finally found some nice food in that hotel - better late than never.  I hope by now Ral is eating something too and that he is feeling OK to travel.

[cookie1]

Chookie aren't our kids wonderful? I am so pleased Paul is flying over. I'm sure you will burst into tears when you see him. Simply sharing the load will be a great relief to you both.
Much love to you and Ral and a big hug to Paul.

[achookwoman]

Thanks again. Turkish bread rolls.  Will also give recipe when home. Using iPhone

[gertbysea]

On my iPad I now  have in this thread an ad for Seniors travel Ins . My oh my isn't google clever!

Have a safe journey home Chookie.

Gert

[trudy]

Have a safe trip home Bess & Ral.  I am so pleased that Paul is coming to escort you both home, what a blessing!!

[troupie]

Just reading through this thread and am amazed at the friendship and fellowship of other forum members to each other. I don't know any of you but feel like you are all friends and I could ring you up at anytime for a chat. I hope DH is well again soon and I thank you for all your wonderful recipes that I have tried.