The Irish Countryside
Today was a very relaxed day. We began with breakfast at the B&B with the Durkin’s. While the guys went golfing, we ladies (Kendra, me, Chrissy, Aunt Maryann, and Maryann Durkin) took a bus...
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Off to Ireland
Today was a day full of traveling. We started with a 3-hour flight from Vienna to Dublin, followed by a bus ride into Dublin, and a second bus ride to Athboy. I was so...
Vienna, Austria – Day 2
Today was an emotional one for us. We started the day with breakfast in the Pension, and then set out with Derek for the Schonbrunn Palace. It was an easy ride on the U-Bahn....
Vienna, Austria – Day 1
Last night we arrived in Vienna at about 7 pm. As we were standing in line for a Bankomat in the train station in Vienna, we literally bumped into our roommate from Prague. Derek...
Traveling to Vienna
Today we were going to tour around Prague some more, but we decided that we were just too tired. Instead, we went to the train station at about 10 and reserved a seat on...
Prague, Czech Republic
We arrived in Prague at about 7am after a not so restful night on the train. We took a quick snapshot on the platform with our Canadian friends, Mark and Carol, and waved goodbye....
Farewell, Krakow
Today was our last in Krakow, much to our disappointment. We definitely want to return someday – it is truly wonderful. The day began with breakfast at the hostel, eating toast while watching BBC...
Farewell, Budapest
Is it already August? Today Jen and I packed our bags and headed for the train station. It is amazing how we feel like we know a city after using the public transportation for...
The Baths in Budapest
Today was a wonderful, relaxing day. After sleeping in until 9:30am, we made our way to the Buda side of town, stopping briefly for coffee, cappuccino, and croissants. It is said that most everyone...
Budapest, Hungary
We are currently sitting outside at a table complete with candlelight and beer. We just finished our first meal of Hungarian goulash, and Jen loved it. We are exhausted from our day of sightseeing...