It it has been three years since I have planned a trip to Europe. I was beginning to suffer from “Wanderlust”. It is a difficult condition to try to get into remission. So this spring off I go to Milan, Cinque Terre and Florence with three other women. We are leaving at the end of March and will be traveling by train and foot through Liguria and Tuscany (we might throw a boat ride in there too!).
I have been to Cinque Terre twice, but still get excited at the thought of stepping off the train and being awestruck by the beautiful village of Vernazza. This trip I get to share that beauty with two of my hiking friends who are taking their first trip to Europe. We hike together in our home state and now a new hiking adventure awaits.
Brenda, Pam and Candi on a local hike. Mariah will also be joining us !
We started out travel day with getting sandwiches from a wonderful salami cafe. I got Porchetta with a spicy pepper sauce. As you can see I am thoroughly enjoying it! We have a full travel day today. It was to be two legs with a night in Milan but out flights were changed so we will be flying out tonight. We…
Florence is beautiful. We started the day at 9:00 am climbing the stairs of the duomo; 400+ that got smaller and more narrow as we climbed. The trip up was a cardio challenge but well worth it. Once you start their if very limited rest until the top because of the number of people behind you. But once at the top,…
Early morning train to leave Vernazza, a train change to Pisa. We have a short 25 minute walk to have a photo opt of the Leaning Tower then back on the train to Florence. Our stop in Pisa was very interesting. It wasn’t on my bucket list but was very beautiful. The grounds and surrounding areas were quite beautiful. And the…
We have visited all five villages so I opted to stay in Vernazza today while the others revisited the other towns. I visited the traveling market. Every Tuesday in Vernazza the streets fill with cheese, produce, clothes, kitchen ware and flower vendors. This gives the locals variety in the shopping needs. Then I explored the many alley ways that honeycomb the…
Our apartment is right above a wonderful little cafe and bakery called This was my breakfast today; Blood orange juice, a Doppio, and a heavily apple pastry. The owner, chef is very passionate and shares his knowledge of his foods willingly. Then off to a hike straight up the mountaintop about 2 miles. This is a picture of Vernazza, where we…
I am a little sad today because i have never been away from all of my family on Easter. It helped a bit that their was no festivities except for Church service. The sun is out and we are walking to Monorossa, the most northern village, today. They have opened the path so we are going to take advantage of the…
Cinque Terre and Florence with three other women. We are leaving at the end of March and will be traveling by train and foot through Liguria and Tuscany (we might throw a boat ride in there too!).
I’m so excited! I’m so lucky to have you in my life; inspiring me to see the world!
Girl…ditto!
Wau wau wau – When are you going? Where are you going? Where and when do we meet? I’ll fly
to Milano ❤️ M
My, wished I could be walking with you!