aurisch Thanks Karin, some coincidence - Boo was asking us where we would visit again the other day. She didn't care about our answers - but told us "Paris, no Tokyo, no wait, Karin's farmhouse then Tokyo"

Karin Memories in the making, love the way you go all in and enjoy!

Alisoun Garrard So sad when a private school education messes with their appreciation of fine weed! Pleased that E embraced the cultural experience! Are you going to Amsterdam? It will only get worse there!

Kyra Back in Sydney now but still enjoying your blog entries. I can identify with your "happy cruise" smiles and look forward to our next cruise experience too. The Stockholm archipelago was amazing, wasn't it!

Kyra Hi Brad, I just spent the last hour plus reading every one of your blog entries and was thoroughly entertained. Who knew an IT programmer cum School Uniform family business entrepreneur could be such a talented writer?!? Not to mention photographer and family selfie taker! I marvel at the energy of you and all the family as you cram more into each day and your six weeks away than most could manage in a lifetime! The kids look like they're having a fantastic time and no doubt will cherish the memories of these extended family holidays throughout their lives. Please tell Gab she looks very happy and relaxed in all photos, which makes me very happy. We're on the second last day of our short sojourn in Italy. We loved our 3 nights in Milan despite the heatwave which you too suffered through - can't imagine how Gab coped with that knowing how she loves her air conditioning. Our time in Lake Como has been magical - after needing a day or two to regain our energies after the long flight and heat, we are now at peace, enveloped by its gentle breezes and captivated by its endless vistas. Last night the hotel celebrated its 105th birthday with a party for all the guests including fireworks - what a sight to behold! Look forward to hearing all about your experiences on your return. Love to everyone, Kyra xx

Helen Aurisch good to see you all enjoying yourselves, in the cooler weather too I hope.Enjoy Rob and Evie's wedding day, best wishes to them both!Have a fantastic time in England once again.All our love mum and Dad Xxoo

Helen aurisch what a busy group you are and enjoying ever minute! Well done to you all, enjoy your travelling. Mum and Dad xxoo

Helen still a great place to visit!

Helen wow what a fantastic adventure you are all having!!Just found the comment button haha..Next episode soon please. Love to you all xoxoxo of

Trish A Poor max have a nice cold coke and sleep it off, lots of fun ahead.

Ray Aurisch Sorry max is not well but I am sure it will settle down. have a great time as I know you will and keep the photos coming

Al An awesome tale of adventure (Disney style) ... Looking forward to keeping it real on Friday night .... I'll even run to the bar for you ;)

adam welcome back (belatedly) brad! - thanks for keeping us (enviously) entertained for the last couple of months - it's been a great read.

Zara Lumby Wow