Bratislava

 Well I’m here. I decided to take the metro to the train station. It went well. I arrived way too early but I didn’t want to take a chance on missing my train. The train was delayed. 

What frustrates me is that they don’t announce the platform until about 10-15 minutes in advance. Then you have to rush to get there, figure what carriage you’re in, etc. But it all worked out and I’m sure learning as I go. No pictures today. I was focused on the trip.

Shawn (to be continued) 

Last day in Prague 3

 I’ve found that food and beer is very reasonable when you’re outside the tourist areas. It is considerably less than at home. Looking in the stores clothing is about the same price as home and they have pretty much the same stores as we have plus a lot of others I’ve seen in London.

I’ve really enjoyed my time in Prague 𯇨𯇿 Tomorrow I’m off to a new city and country.

Bratislava, Sep 30, 

Shawn (to be continued) 

Last day in Prague 2

 
I visited with an older gentleman from Hamilton who travels the world taking pictures of old trains and a couple from Pittsburgh who had just arrived and were struggling with jet lag.

I also forgot to mention the beautiful countryside. It is a mixture of rolling hills, trees, cultivated land and small mountains. There is a lot of canola. The girl on the train said they still call it rape here. She said it’s grown all over the EU because of the subsidies for a biofuel. 

Shawn (to be continued) 

Last day in Prague

 Today was spent mainly wandering around the historic district. 12.4 km worth. I really took my time and tried to walk down every side street I came across. You have to really look while you’re walking. Beyond an open doorway can be a cute little courtyard cafe or restaurant. I picked up a couple little souvenirs and a Czech bohemian granite necklace in the shape of a four leaf clover. It made me think of a mixture of Czech and Irish. :)

I meant to say yesterday: No means yes lol.
Shawn (to be continued) 

Last Day In Rome, Italy

 Today we visited the Borghese Museum. It is a private collection of statues and paintings but almost as beautiful as the Vatican Museum. We couldn't take pictures so you'll have to take my word for it. It did have a beautiful park surrounding it!!

Then we got on the Hop-On-Hop-Off bus for a ride around Rome. It was wonderful to see everything one last time. We did get a close-up of the Colosseum so those photos are attached.

Then one last meal in Rome! And one last gelato (no photo attached).

Ciao Roma!

Amsterdam 673

 

Amsterdam 664