After a better Madrid experience than in 2021, we were a bit apprehensive that Burgos could live up to the hype in our minds. The almost three hour bus ride seemed to fly by and we were surprised that the bus station was only a few hundred meters from the Cathedral and our hotel. So … Continue reading Burgos did not disappoint
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Madrid has proven to be more than a place to adjust to the jet lag before moving on.
Our experience with Madrid two years ago was a let down from the weeks we had spent on the Camino. Having been directed to the Malasaña neighborhood for this visit made all the difference. Our time here has been much more relaxing, allowing us to perfect the Spanish art of Strolling. Museo de Madrid Another … Continue reading Madrid has proven to be more than a place to adjust to the jet lag before moving on.
Settling in
So far so good. Flight from DFW to Madrid was long and uneventful. Navigating the airport in Madrid was so less stressful than in 2021’s Covid restrictions world. Grabbed a cab to our apartment arriving much to early to gain access, so we had coffee and and took in the motion of our new neighbors … Continue reading Settling in
Getting ready for this year’s version of Planes, Trains, and Automobiles, but this time it’s for Spain and we are including Autobus.
The Route de Espana This post is really to see if I remember how to do it, and discuss what we have planned. We fly into Madrid and this time we will adjust to the jet lag BEFORE moving on. We then take the bus to Burgos, a city we loved when walking the Camino. … Continue reading Getting ready for this year’s version of Planes, Trains, and Automobiles, but this time it’s for Spain and we are including Autobus.
Rome in a day plus one.
Once we were well “spritz’s” it was time to make our way to the Siena train platform. We are now professionals at navigating train stations but we still maintain a level of anxiety that keeps us on our toes and alert. Our ride approaches. One change of trains and a quick cab ride to the … Continue reading Rome in a day plus one.
Into the home stretch.
After the meal at the cooking lesson we decided to have a very light dinner at the family run restaurant next door. Light on food but robust on wine. The wines grown on this and the property we were staying are the best so far. So after a wine induced sleep, we were ready to … Continue reading Into the home stretch.
Moving at a slower pace
Everything seemed to slow down our last two days in Orvieto. Monday and Tuesday definitely have fewer tourists arriving. Much less activity in the streets. W e finally got moving around 10:00 and headed toward the Duomo. This is my second favorite cathedral, just behind Santiago. One of the rare times I have taken photos … Continue reading Moving at a slower pace
Step’n Up….and down.
Orvieto has quickly become our favorite. Twice the size of Volterra, it has at least that much more to offer. It has a feel of a functioning city versus one designed only for tourist. On our first day of sightseeing we walked the length of the city to our first monument of the day; St … Continue reading Step’n Up….and down.
Pushing the limits
The rest of our stay in Volterra was rather quiet. Even our favorite bar was closed for the day. We took in a few more sights , had an early dinner, and prepared for our morning departure. Descending into an Roman Cistern Over 20’ deep Ruins of a Roman Amphitheater and baths Taking a break … Continue reading Pushing the limits
It is confirmed….
Our last night in Florence was a hoot. We went to the corner American Diner and it was a scene right out of “Happy Days”. The food was delivered by rollerskate The food was pretty good And we had appropriate TV to watch Being the only Americans in the place, they were anxious to please … Continue reading It is confirmed….
Diamonds On The Soles Of Our Boots 