The Rhyme of Sim'

There is a lot of debate about which building is the tallest in the world. Nobody seems to be able to agree on a common standard that is acceptable to everyone (mostly because someone always loses their spot at number one when you do so). Depending on the way you measure buildings there could be … [Read More »]

Did the world’s tallest building and the world’s fifth tallest building today. According to the information at the Sears Tower here in Chicago, it is the tallest building in the world – with the John Hancock Center also here in Chicago being the fifth tallest. Great views out over Chicago from the viewing decks of … [Read More »]

I just remembered some comments the captain on our flight from LA to Chicago made about our delayed departure and change of planes. He explained that there was a technical problem with the plane we were scheduled to use, as it had been having problems with cabin pressurisation. He thought we might all have trouble … [Read More »]

Free broadband in the hotel room… mmmmmmmmmmm I think the Hyatt Regency Chicago is going to get a good score when I do my review :D LOCATION: Hyatt Regency, Chicago, USA LOCAL TIME: 9:21pm, Saturday 6th Sept.

There’s a problem with our plane apparently – is delayed for about 40 mins while they prepare another plane for us. Thought I’d take the opportunity to get back online for a bit and send some more emails. LOCATION: LAX, Los Angeles, USA LOCAL TIME: 12:50pm, Saturday 6th Sept.