Rome, Italy

We have made our way through the Czech Republic, Germany, and three stops in Italy: Venice, Florence and Cinque Terre. After three days in Rome we are taking a ferry back to Barcelona to finish up our trip...I cannot believe how fast the time has gone, yet it feels like more than just a few weeks since we left Madrid.

Prague was a beautiful city and even though it rained on and off all day, we enjoyed walking around the 1,000 year old castle grounds and taking in all the baroque architecture. Munich was incredible. Clean, great public transportation and beautiful public parks everywhere...not to mention the delicious wursts, giant pretzels and beer! We also enjoyed our tour of Venice and exploring all the canals. Sadly, we did not have time nor money to ride in any gondolas. Florence consisted of waiting in many lines for many hours...but I must say the wait to see Michelangelo's David was well worth it. What a magnificent piece of art! Yesterday we were hiking throughout the five villages that make up Cinque Terre which are situated along the Mediterranian coastline and the views were breathtaking.

I have to run but I'm counting down the days until I'm back home. Until then, ciao ciao!