We were delighted to hear that Adrian and Tania were to be married and it was a big honour for Ian to be Adrian's best man. This news meant many exciting possibilities revolving around a trip back to the UK, a stag-do to organise and of course a wedding to attend.
Ian organised the stag-do in Munich, from Hong Kong - this was a logistical challenge! Despite a last minute scare (Expedia and Marriot booking FAIL!) all went to plan. The trip to Munich for the stag-do handily coincided with the last weekend of Oktoberfest. Ad and I also decided that we wanted to go by train which was ultimately a great decision. Accompanied by Marcus, we were speedily and comfortably delivered from Kings Cross to Munich Main Station via Paris. The other stagees arrived by plane, and by midday on Saturday the group was assembled and sampling the fine Bavarian beer and wurst. After a pleasant stroll around Munich we headed for the Oktoberfest itself and continued to sample the fine fayre on offer. Big shouts to Paulaner and Lowenbrau! It was not Ian's idea to clothe Adrian in traditional Bavarian attire, but the end result was nothing if not amusing and as someone said, 'who's a pretty girl then?'
A week on and it was time for the big day itself. As far as I can recall everything about the day was pretty well nigh-on perfect; even the October weather smiled upon us with a beautiful warm sunny day that lit up a fine venue. Once again we wish the happy couple lots of love and best wished for the future!
After a final day in London it was time for a final home-cooked roast dinner and then back to Hong Kong!
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