Last Sunday was one of those rare days you wanna bottle up and put on the shelf. It was a warm and sunny day in the medieval town of Brugge, and I had my parents all to myself! When does that happen? I can't think of the last time I was alone w my mom and dad doing something cool. Would it be Mexico? Ireland? the Sierra Nevadas? That was over 20 years ago --- this was definitely overdue.We explored back alley ways, toured the canals by boat, ate baguettes and Belgian waffles, talked about climbing the 300+ steps of the church tower but decided to drink beer instead. In fact, if you look closely, you can see the cafe on the lefthand-side between the buildings where there's an outdoor patio (above dad's shoulder). Tasty beers on tap and a view of the canal made it a good choice. Plus, it was nice to escape from the crowds and tour groups and catch our breath. Remember this place, my friends - it's a gem.
This morning at exactly 5:15 am they were off again for 24 days in France. They walked to the tram station (13 min. by foot) w their ultralight packs, torchs and walking sticks, prepared to do the bulk of the trip by foot and w public transport. They'd rent a car for 2-3 days, but that's it. This is what you call slow travel, and it's popular (and possible) in Europe. Will be fun to hear about their adventures when they return - they really are an inspiration!
3 comments:
It sounds like a grand day, C. Still one of my favorite cities - Brugge!! We are plugging along here - also savoring the sunshine as it doesn't come often!!
Love,
Rochelle
Your parents set an example for fun and adventure!
and we should do the same, don't you think? It might not happen for another 10-15 years, but whudya say we take off on a train and just get lost in the mountains somewhere? Like in a birding hotspot,like Bulgaria! WAUW!
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