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4 - 25 June : Best of Europe

LONDON - BRUSSELS - AMSTERDAM - MUNICH (FUSSEN) - VENICE - ROME - FLORENCE - INTERLAKEN - NICE - BARCELONA - PARIS - LONDON


Hi Friends and Family

Naturally, after studying abroad in 2003, I've been secretly planning an extended trip slated for June 2006 designed originally for my friends and I. But when cash was not flowing for most, it became a trip of a lifetime for G and myself. His first trip out of the country so I plan to make it an experience to remember. Armed with a 3wk Eurailpass, we are hitting up, what we call, the best of Europe, sampling superb cultures and tasty morsels along the way. Below is a briefing of where we are planning on traveling to and a bit about what we're planning on doing while there. Changes and more to come. Enjoy!

5 - 6 June : London
We purposely decided to fly in and get moving knowing we'll be back at the end of our trip so sight seeing on a double- decker bus is on the agenda.

6 June : Half Day Bruxelles
Here to enjoy all things Belgium-- chocolate, waffles & fries.

6 - 7 June : Amsterdam
Going to try some of their signature Heineken beer and other "special" delights!

8 - 9 June : Muenchen
Plan of visiting the famous Hofbrauhaus for some good brats and beer.

9 June : Half Day Fussen
A bike tour through the countryside followed by a visit to Neuschwanstein Castle.

10 - 11 June : Venezia
A slow stroll through Venice and a visit to St. Mark's Square.

11 - 13 June : Roma
When in Rome.. we plan to do it all-- Colloseum, Trevi Fountain, Vatican City, etc. Most importantly, we plan to eat a lot of pizza!

13 - 15 June : Firenze
Sampling the world's best gelato one shop at a time.

15 - 17 June : Interlaken
We plan on doing one extreme outdoor sports/ activities; either skydiving or paragliding.

17 - 18 June : Nice
Enjoy some fun in the sun on the beach in the French Riviera.

19 - 20 June : Barcelona
Can't wait for authentic tapas and sangria!

21 - 23 June : Paris
Eiffel Tower, Arc de Triomphe, the Louvre and all things Parisian.

23 - 25 June : London
Back in London to end our 3 week trip. On the schedule-- Buckingham Palace and Harrods.

April 2006 : Spontaneous Day Trip

25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee Broadway Show

Trippin'.
Nothing beats a day trip to the city for some good food and capping it off with a show. Crustacean's a major grease fest, so if you're not watching your weight, this is the place for you. 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee was absolutely hilarious-- a comedic twist on a typical elementary school spelling bee. So funny, it's a must watch. We ended the night with, what else, food! Andalu's great because is tapas style; small plates to share. The powdered donut holes and chocolate dip sauce was mouth- watering good.

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24 - 26 March : Turning Two

2 Year Anniversary in Wine Country

Trippin'.
We celebrated our 2 year anniversary in Napa. A quiet stroll through the downtown and a few samplings of some vineyards pretty much sums up our weekend. Just wished we could have stumbled upon a a vineyard that served salami and cheese on the side of your tastings. It's what I'd imagine when I think of wine tasting. Next time, we'll bring our own. The Wine Train was a romantic experience and introduced me to one of my favorite vineyards-- Chandon. Best Kobe burger at a reasonable price has to be at The Grill-- amazing!

Sleeping: Hawthorn Inn & Suites
Eating: Celadon.

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