After more than 20 years of friendship and many travels, Betsy apparently forgot everything she knew about me and let me be in charge of the directions when I asked. Why did I ask? I felt confident. There are "way marks" throughout the trip. I thought even I could not get lost.Oh how wrong I … Continue reading We All Knew It Would Happen →

It rained yesterday and by the time we got to the hotel, we were just too tired to write anything. (It takes a couple of advil and about an hour to get the strength back, but then I feel great. Honest.) Even with the rain, however, it was still a great day. Beautiful walk, and … Continue reading Raindrops kept falling on our heads… →

Last night, we had a fantastic dinner in Volterra. I ate steak (apologies to Nancy and Jessy). It was fantastic, and I honestly needed the boost from the protein. We also had a dessert. I do not know the Italian name, but in English it was three types of chocolate (white, light and dark) and … Continue reading Walkation →

Today was the first day of our actual walk, but I will get to that in a minute. Volterra was fun yesterday. We followed Rick Steves advice (we do not mind admitting it) and had wine where he suggested, a tiny little bar decorated with bras (you read that right). The wine was good and … Continue reading Walk, Hike, Eat, Wine (and whine a little) →

We are in Voleterra, which is atop some major mountains. I am suddenly just a little worried about the walking ahead. Everything seems so steep, despite the assurance that the walk is easy to moderate.Lucca was fantastic. We did the audiotour (tourists that we are) and did not regret it. We saw churches, museums, old … Continue reading planes, trains, automobiles and buses →

Today, we are in Lucca. It is fantastic. We walked the ramparts this morning, a path along the top of the city walls. Lots of locals were out walking, visiting and taking their pets on walks. Getting here proved more difficult than anticipated. First, I want to mention that First Class on an airplane is … Continue reading Lucca is Lovely →