London 2012 Olympics

LONDON 2012

After great football matches: Sweden vs. Japan then Canada vs. South Africa match I spent most of the day touring around London Olympic sites: Stadium, Orbit and Horse Guards Parade for Beach volleyball.  The main Olympic Arena in Stratford could be reached via the Javelin trains from St. Pancreas Station, and the underground on Jubilee line to East end of London and Docklands area.  Underground system ran very smoothly and there are officials everywhere to help.  No extra tickets to be had at the will call pick up areas, but some tickets are still available online via the London 2012 site.  I had to go through CoSport to pick up my tickets right near Paddington Station.

After a great English breakfast at the Gainsborough Hotel in South Kensington.  I watched the women's road race right near Buckingham Palace at the top end of the mall.  It was easy to get to from Victoria or through Green Park.  Naturally in the morning when I took pictures of the palace it was glorious sunshine.  Just before the race it began to pour...great British weather.  The day before had been lovely and sunny though so I really can't complain.  The crowds have been great and so friendly...it's a lovely atmosphere and a real thrill to be at the Olympics.