Prague, Czech Republic

We arrived in Prague after a 9 hour train ride from Frankfurt this morning. Somehow Kaela and I failed to take into account time for traveling across entire countries during our trip which has definitely cut into our sightseeing time. We don't mind too much though because it has been an incredible experience to see the countryside from these trains...although this attitude may begin to fade as our journey continues :) We've been able to pass the long hours on the trains by making lists of all the things we miss from home and reading ahead about the cities we have yet to explore.

Yesterday we were in Heidelberg, Germany and we were amazed as to how similar the people and the scenery in the country is to Wisconsin...we felt a bit closer to home, despite the fact that we stayed in a smelly hostel where we were expected to pay 5 euro for a pillow and blanket-yeah right! The 5 euros were better spent that evening on my first liter of authentic German beer...and I am proud to say I finished every drop, in the plaza that once held the haunting witch trials of the city.

The view of the famous Heidelberg castle was amazing during the day when we arrived and even more stunning at night. On our way out of the city we grabbed a few delicious (and cheap) apple streudels to give us a little boost for our daytrip by train to the Czech Republic. Now here we are at the eastern-most point of our journey, ready for a full day of touring tomorrow. The exchange rate is incredible here...we should be able to have a full course meal and a beer for less than 3 euros! Plus our hostel is sweet...free breakfast, free internet (hence the long entry) and a free welcome beer from the tap that is located at the reception desk! Sadly we are only spending one night in this lovely city. Okay, better get some sleep for our day tomorrow.

Next stop: Munich