Cinque terre might be the best place yet. We arrived by train to Monterosso on a rainy afternoon. However, we did not expect the beauty that is the Mediterranean coast of Italia. But because of the rain, and our search for our shuttle, we only had a moment to take it in at sea level.  … More Coastal Italia wins

The day we arrived in Venice, it was raining. That’s OK! We’ve felt with rain before. The only difference is that we were in a city that runs with boats on canals, not cars or roads in sight. I had heard about Venice’s strange transportation system, but thought it would be more like Amsterdam: comprehensible. … More Rainy days in a city full of wonder

After Munich, we travelled to Innsbruck, Austria. Although typically a ski resort town, we got to Innsbruck before the snow, and therefore the crowds. We stayed in a lovey B&B in the heart of the city. We were able to once again spoil ourselves to a private room for cheap.    The first day, after … More Gorgeous views, nice walks and free pasta.

…and so are we. The past few days have been spent in Barcelona, Spain,  one of the friendliest places we’ve been so far, and warmest weather yet.   We stayed in a really great hostel, that encouraged socialization over anything else. We arrived late on Monday right before a staff-led groups was off to the … More You’re getting hotter…

….to complete my two-part series on Scotland, I get to tell you about the Scottish highlands. Lucky me to relive, lucky you to read! We booked through a tour company (Haggis, to be specific) The Loch Ness Explorerer bus tour. We woke up at 06:30, showered and were at the bus ready to explore at … More The Hunt for Nessie

Yes yes, we are aware it has been a few days since the last update. We are having too much fun to write! I’ll catch you up:  On Saturday, we took the train from one beautiful and historic city to another: York to Edinburgh. And how lovely Scotland is!        On Sunday, we took … More You take the high road….

**I am writing this in my new jumper.** One week and one day in. That’s it? We have already been so many places, I can not believe we have six weeks more. Today we took a free walking tour of London, mostly the Westminster neighborhood. And wouldn’t you know, it has rained all day! (We … More Why is there still a monarchy here?

*We are now pros at getting to the US Embassy in Dublin. Please inquire for specific directions if needed.* Yesterday was Day Four, and was possibly the least hectic. The day before, as Janelle posted, we spent 10.5/12 hours in, on and about trains. But for very good reason! (I am not complaining, getting my … More Gaining the gift of gab, and so much more

….ALWAYS.  What a great start to our day. After many portions of airplane food, countless complimentary drinks, and never sleeping for more than 20min at a time, we made it to Dublin.    Having heard it would prevent jet lag, we have been awake the whole day. (Still trucking, currently.) what people leave out is … More Always wear your money belt…