I slept well and woke up early to get sorted for the day.  I double checked my ticket and accomodation information.  As if you can't tell by now, I like to be organized.  The clouds broke and it's a beautiful 10 degrees in Milan. There's a crispness in the air but it's refreshing.  The full day of rain makes you appreciate the warmth of the sun even more. I just wish it was like this yesterday. I quickly made my way to the train station withou...

It rained all last night and I didn't want to get out of bed this morning.  It is going to be one of those days.  It will most likely rain all day.....so the forecast says.  Begrudgingly, I got out of bed and prepped for the day.  I had some breakfast at the hostel and made may way into the pouring rain without an umbrella. I walked as close to the edges of the buildings so I wouldn't get as wet.  I made my way to the metro, about a 15 minute walk. ...

I said goodbye to my relatives this morning and was dropped off at the train station.  I'm now in Ventimiglia.  I was worried I'd be late for the train but there was a delay of 35 minutes.  The train just started moving out of the station.  It will be about a 4 hour ride to Milan.  My cousin is suppose to meet me at the train station and we are going to his town of Como, which is outside of Milan. I do have to drop my things off at the hotel. I'm...

I went to bed late last night so I got up a little later than normal.  I prepared for my day and had a bite to eat at the hostel; juice, croissant and yogurt.  Free food is always good. I started to walk to the Duomo and part way there I just realized it would be best to get the subway.   The system is great here.  4 lines and they keep everything quite clean. I think it's probably the nicest I've seen so far.  The Piazza Duomo was filled with touri...

Well, it's my last full day in Les Arcs.  I can't believe how quick it has gone by.  I'm really thankful for getting some down time before my next trek through northern Italy.   I'm so excited for this part too.  I feel so much more confident about taking the train, speaking the languages and finding my way.  I'm also elated to have such wonderful family.  I've been spoiled here. Last night we had the 50th birthday party.  We went ...