Okay, well that picture didn't come out quite as clear as I'd hoped. But here's the gist of what it says.
We're going to Europe!!!
We bought the tickets (from here to Madrid and back from Rome) today and got a great deal ($575 RT). So looks like whether we've got the money saved up or not, we're on our way. We're going to start the trip in Madrid then it's on to Gaudi's Barcelona, followed by a trip up the Eiffel Tower in Paris. Week two is going to be all about Italy with a couple of days in Venice, Florence, and finishing up the whirlwind in Rome.
And I couldn't be more excited. I bought Rick Steve's guidebooks to Italy, France, and Spain and have been reading away all weekend. I've already sent out about 20 emails asking if people have rooms available and am making a list of our must-see destinations. So if you think something needs to be on our list, I'm open to all suggestions.
The next seven weeks will be filled with brushing up on my Spanish and googling the best gelato in Italy.
Buenas noches!
18 comments:
That is so exciting!!!!!
wow! what an awesome trip!!
Oh my gosh...you'll have the most amazing time!
For the best gelato: when in Rome, head to the Piazza Navona. In one of the corners, they have a gelato place known for their chocolate gelato. It is like...chocolate with chunks of chocolate in it. Absolutely amazing! Once you get there, ask someone in the piazza where the gelato place is. I promise they'll know what you're talking about!
I'm so excited for you! You're going to have a blast!
Oh my gosh, I love Italy!
If you're into designer stuff, the Prada outlet is a short train ride away from Florence. Take the train to Montevarchi and then ask one of the sketchy cabbies (who really do only know Italian) to take you to Prada. They'll drop you off in front of what looks like a minimum security prison (or industrial park) in the American suburbs, but inside it holds all the goods. Definitely a highlight of my trip there, as were the markets in Florence. And the food, of course! Wine is as cheap as water there, it's amazing!
Have a great time!!!
Have so much fun. I'm so jealous!
thats so awesome. Where did you find your tickets? Adam and I are thinking of doing switzerland, italy and spain for our honeymoon :)
SO SO SO jealous! How much fun will
that be. You deserve it. You're
going to have a blast. The building up for it and getting ready will also
be a gooood time.
Wooooo.
I loved Madrid and would love to go back! Never been to anywhere else on your itinerary, but I can't imagine that they're anything else but great!
aw that is so exciting. can you take me in your suitcase please?
That's exciting! Will you email me if you are still interested in the Spring paper swap? thanks.
Amy (akrsmile (at)comcast.net
HOW FUN!!!! That's a big step - buying plane tickets And tour-guide books! :) You will have such a great time!
What a fun trip! Good luck with all of your planning.
I just heard on the news yesterday about all the great airfare deals out there, and it looks like you got a good one!
As far as other money goes, plan on spending at least $100/day on food alone. Food in Europe is generally expensive. For me personally, I always plan on spending at least $100/day on food, and $100 extra for other stuff, like clothes and souvenirs. Believe me, once you see the gorgeous clothes, you'll have a hard time resisting!
Oh how fun! I am totally jealous. I am sure that you will have a great time.
Jealous. We've been getting the "get out of the country" itch for a while now. Remind me to give you a couple insider's Paris tips before you go...
I'm jealous
I'm jealous too!
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