Düsseldorf 7.3.2007
First rainy morning in Germany, we wander much of old town on our brewery tour, and sample a number of alt varieties, local fare, and flavor. theyweretasty
Naxos to Thessaloniki 6.28.2007
Overnight boat ride back to Athens for a train to Istanbul, the trip takes most of the day, but we squeeze in a delicious paella before the ride. theyweretasty
Athens 6.23.2007
Arriving at Athens Airport at night, must wait until morning when the trains run again. Exhausted by the time we make it to the hotel. theyweretasty
Rome to Athens, GREECE 6.22.2007
Last day in Rome, robbed for plane tickets and time at the station while international bag thieves snatch our companion’s dirty laundry. theyweretasty
Rome 6.21.2007
Early morning, Saint Peter’s Basilica is mobbed with tourists, so instead we explore the Colosseum, Roman Forum, and Circus Maximus. theyweretasty
Rome 6.20.2007
Exploring expensive Rome, we visit Trevi Fountain, the Pantheon, Santa Maria Sopra Minerva, Saint Peter’s Basilica, Vatican City, and beyond! theyweretasty
Florence to Rome 6.19.2007
Train form Florence to Rome, we get separated, reunited, lost together, and find the hotel before an affordable dinner of Roman Chinese food. theyweretasty
Pisa to Florence 6.17.2007
Unforgettable day, we visit the Leaning Tower of Pisa before taking a train to see the Florence Cathedral Duomo, Belltower, and Baptisery. theyweretasty
Nice to Pisa, ITALY 6.16.2007
Leaving Nice, France for Pisa, Italy where we enjoy a pricey dinner and walk the bustling Arno River front during the wild Luminaria festival. theyweretasty
Nice 6.15.2007
A rainy morning in Nice, the weather clears, we attempt St. Nicholas’ Cathedral again, and buy train tickets to Pisa, Italy for the next day. theyweretasty
Marseilles to Nice 6.13.2007
From Marseilles to Nice by train, we find a hotel with a Mediterranean view, and go for an interesting night walk along the Promenade des Anglais. theyweretasty
Barcelona to Marseilles, FRANCE 6.11.2007
Change of plans, we leave Barcelona’s La Rambla to travel by train to Marseilles and stay in a swanky room with a view of Vieux Port at sunset. theyweretsasy
Salou to Barcelona 6.10.2007
Breakfast in Salou, we ride the train back to Barcelona, but too late to explore much other than La Rambla, so we enjoy some burgers and pints. theyweretasty
Barcelona…and Beyond! 6.9.2007
Regrouping in Barcelona, we meet an interesting fellow, ride the train with him to Reus, and we wind up in Salou with trouble finding a room. theyweretasty
Cádiz to Barcelona 6.8.2007
Farewell Cádiz, a tapas luncheon, we catch an overnight train to Barcelona, and meet some interesting people en route as the countryside rolls by. theyweretasty