Following months and months of planning and preparation and, after an emotional few days prior to the start of our journey, we left the UK during the early hours of Thursday, 13th September 2012, and headed for the first stop on our around the world trip!
We arrived in Doha, Qatar at teatime on 13/09/2012 and were greeted by an excitable nephew AKA Richard Shaw. An airport Limo was the means of transport to the Shaw Household where we were greeted by the lovely Laura and their two gorgeous boys Cooper and Zach and a heartwarming home cooked chilli NOM NOM.
Friday, 14/9 – RELAXATION was the order of the day and we spent the morning at the Villa by the pool. This was a welcome treat as we just had not stopped still for the previous months! A speedboat trip around the coast at Katara Beach with Richard and Cooper provided the excitement for the afternoon followed by take out BBQ Chicken from Al Tazaj.
Pitkins Around The World 
Brilliant to see the start of your journey, so pleased for you. Have fun and take care.
Thought you’d like the logo, can’t escape from us. Love ya loads, keep safe and enjoy.
Looked at all photos on facebook and video of your arrival at anniversary hotel. Also read up on your stay in Doha with the Shaws. Nice to be able to keep track of you both on your travels. Have a great time. LOVE AND MISS YOU LOTS. Vonnie xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx
Gutted I’ve missed the running commentary on Doha…. Was expecting an email when this blog was updated………
Great to see you are having a great time and its only the beginning.
Guess me and the other none Facebook monkeys will have to tune in regular to this blog.
Keep the updates rolling in as regular as poss Tree xxxx xxx love you loads xxx stay safe xxx
What a fantastic start to your journey, sorry I missed your facetime call. Look forward to the next instalment… Take care both x x
What a lovely start to your adventures! Looking forward to hearing more. Travel safe & with open minds. Much love, Chris & Sid..xx