''If you have a camera I suggest you take it out and look to your right'' said the bus driver.

He was referring to the fantastic view of the Manhattan skyline that becoming clear in the distance.

We had boarded the 7.15 bus to Woodbury Common, it was full with people with suitcases - serious shoppers.

I turned to the right but all I could see was hair.

Lots of hair.

Her afro was HUGE.