I hope the weather clears for you and S.
I holidayed in Europe this winter, and it was warmer than expected. Our holiday in Europe during May this year was cooler than expected.

quote:Originally posted by Board-O:
Paris was very cold in mid-August.
SeaQ, I hope you'll post your impressions of the areas you visit and the cruise.
quote:Originally posted by CardiacKid:
On to Almalfi coast tomorrow then finishing in Rome.
quote:Originally posted by Board-O:
Going to visit any Finger Lakes wineries?
quote:Originally posted by snipes:
Buenos Aires - Glad I packed my jacket, it was a bit chilly this morning.
quote:Originally posted by billhike:quote:Originally posted by Board-O:
Going to visit any Finger Lakes wineries?
Yes, we went to several today and will hit a few tomorrow. Didn't take any in-depth notes, but we confirmed the inkling we already had - reds are hit or miss but the Rieslings are awesome! Especially so at Herman Weimer. The guy pouring in the tasting room was a bit pompous and felt the need to tell us that everything he poured was the best of it'k kind in NY, and that they brut sparkler was the "best Champagne" he ever had for under $100. Settle down, sparky! Several really great Rieslings, though, and a very nice late harvest Chardonnay dessert wine. Dr. Konstantin Frank was a disappointment, even their Rieslings. Heron Hill was a nice surprise. Two really good Rieslings and the best reds (IMO) we had today. Picked up their Cab Franc and a Bordeaux-style blend. Glenora has a great view of Seneca lake and decent Rieslings, but that's about it.
Not trying to pimp for them, but we are enjoying our stay at the Echoes of the Glen B&B. Added bonus is that it's only a block from the entrance of Watkins Glen State Park, where we were able to walk of some of the awesome breakfast climbing stairs to the waterfalls.
quote:Originally posted by wine+art:quote:Originally posted by snipes:
Buenos Aires - Glad I packed my jacket, it was a bit chilly this morning.
Too hot in Atlanta..too cool in BA.
You would complain if they hung you with a new rope.![]()
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quote:Originally posted by snipes:quote:Originally posted by wine+art:
You would complain if they hung you with a new rope.![]()
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As for the rope, as long as it wasn't a scratchy kind I'd be ok.![]()
quote:Originally posted by snipes:
Buenos Aires - Glad I packed my jacket, it was a bit chilly this morning.
quote:Originally posted by Board-O:
Sounds a hell of a lot better than my week. Have fun
quote:Originally posted by xhoser:
Montreal, Quebec
quote:Originally posted by shavez:
Rome.
quote:Originally posted by xhoser:
Montreal, Quebec
quote:Originally posted by SD-Wineaux:quote:Originally posted by xhoser:
Montreal, Quebec
Sounds like you need to change your screen name.![]()
quote:Originally posted by KSC02:quote:Originally posted by xhoser:
Montreal, Quebec
Bienvenue, xhoser.
Unfortunate I won't be able to meet you this time round.![]()
quote:Originally posted by wine+art:quote:Originally posted by shavez:
Rome.
Very nice. I trust you and V are having a wonderful time.
quote:Originally posted by wine+art:
Shavez, if you all get to Venice, check out the Venice Biennale.
quote:Originally posted by KSC02:quote:Originally posted by wine+art:
Shavez, if you all get to Venice, check out the Venice Biennale.
July: the ONLY month I would seriously recommend you DON'T go into Venice![]()
quote:Originally posted by Vinaigre:
Barcelona,
Great city, with a special eclectic vibe to it!
quote:Originally posted by Seaquam:
Recently Salzburg, Passau, Regensberg (lovely), Nurenberg (also beautiful, but this is surpassed by its historical importance, Courtroom 600, etc).
Currently in Prague, Old Town Hilton situated well for walking/shopping/viewing/jazz. Had 2 great dinners-- Kampa Park, excellent food, and must be one of the most beautiful places in Europe to finish your dinner at dusk with the sun setting over the Charles Bridge and the buildings being lit up and reflecting across the water-- only Monet could have done this justice. Other place is Kogo, near Astronomical Clock square, outstanding Italian, outstanding food inc. salty bread that I can still taste, excellent but pricey wine list, took last bottle of '97 Argiano Brunello, very good but not top tier.
This is a great city for walking. We're looking at nice rental apartments tomorrow; could spend 4-8 weeks here without a problem.