Zion to Brian Head via Bryce

Up in the mountains at the moment. Nice to see some greenery for a change. Can feel the altitude though. Have been noticing a certain shortness of breathe on occasions and then realised that most of the places we have been visiting are 7 or 8 thousand feet above sea level. Will have the lung capacity to run marathons by the time I get home. Shame the inclination is not developing in parallel.

Another day of spectacular views...

The views have now reached the point where anything just ordinarily picturesque has started to appear like Lincolnshire. I think that Ethan is suffering from nature overload. Luckily we have a break from natural wonders tomorrow and will be heading for the unnatural wonders of Vegas. Bring it.

Have to say that, having given the thumbs up to Arizona, I thoroughly approve of what I have seen of Utah so far and they have certainly ramped up the friendliness factor. Ethan says that he liked Colorado. because although we only ventured 20 feet in he had a seat and a cold drink and it didn't involve any effort.

Nevada, your up next - let's see what you've got!

Looking forward to a day in Vegas without driving ... the Margheritas beckon...