Wednesday, 8 November 2017

Exploring Central Europe



I’m so excited to go to Central Europe with my sister. We’re flying to Budapest on Saturday. A new adventure awaits!

We’ve booked an eight-day tour package and most of the logistics and meals are included in it. I know this trip is just a quick introduction to four of the great cities in Europe. Both my sister and I have full lives so to find a suitable time to travel together is a big score. An escorted tour will allow us to focus on enjoying the sights and conversations at meal time with each other.

Our itinerary as shown on the above route map includes:
  • Outbound flight Toronto-Budapest
  • 2 nights in Budapest, Hungary (Point A)
  • 2 nights in Vienna, Austria (Point B)
  • 1 day tour in Bratislava, Slovakia (Point C)
  • 2 nights in Prague, the Czech Republic (Point D)
  • Return flight Prague-Toronto

All four cities are new to my sister, and three of them are new to me, with the exception of Vienna. I have very fond memories of Vienna and a re-visit will be lovely. I look forward to seeing historic sights, smelling new scents from local spices, hearing foreign languages, tasting traditional food dishes, and touching local arts and crafts. Oh we're also packing our swimsuits for the thermal baths in Budapest!

I’m loving life for having this opportunity to travel with my sister, and creating new memories in our lives.

What fun activities did you enjoy this week? Have you been to Central Europe before? I’d love to hear about your experience while there.
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20 comments:

  1. Debbish8 November 2017 at 20:12

    Oh it sounds great! I've not been to any of those places. (Or Canada of course!)

    I have a friend who recently went to Hungary and loved it. She also did Russia and Croatia and a few other less-visited places!

    Can't wait to see the photos! Happy travels. x #teamlovinlife

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    1. Natalie8 November 2017 at 20:33

      I read and heard positive things about the four cities I'm visiting, plus with my sister, we'll have fun. Thanks, Deborah, for stopping by.

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  2. Sue from Sizzling Towards 60 & Beyond8 November 2017 at 20:49

    Are you ever home? Sounds wonderful and I look forward to reading about it.

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    1. Natalie9 November 2017 at 07:06

      Welcome back, Sue! I enjoy being out and about when I can. Thanks for stopping by.

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  3. Sydney Shop Girl8 November 2017 at 20:57

    How exciting. Can't wait to read of your travels later. I've not been to this part of the world at all.

    SSG xxx

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    1. Natalie9 November 2017 at 07:07

      Exploring a new place is exciting for sure. Thanks, SSG, for stopping by.

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  4. Kathy Marris9 November 2017 at 01:15

    Your itinerary reads like a dream. I would love to see these countries eventually. I hope you have a wonderful trip. #TeamLovinLife

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    1. Natalie9 November 2017 at 07:09

      I'm looking forward to visiting these cities after having heard great things about them. Thanks, Kathy, for your comment.

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  5. Jo Tracey9 November 2017 at 02:23

    Oh my! I visited Vienna (and Innsbruck) once over 20 years ago and vowed I'd be back. I have happy memories of hubby & I eating "hot dogs" and drinking beer on the steps of the Viennese opera house & paying a busker to sing That's Amore. Enjoy! #TeamLovinLife

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    1. Natalie9 November 2017 at 07:11

      Such lovely memories you have of Vienna, Jo. I also have fond memories of Vienna, mainly the music, elegantly dressed people, and coffee houses with to die for desserts.

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  6. Emma Litttlefield9 November 2017 at 05:27

    That sounds like a fantastic trip - have fun!

    My #lovinlife post is here

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    1. Natalie9 November 2017 at 07:13

      Thanks, Emma, for stopping by. I'm glad you left the link to your post. I'll hop over to read it shortly.

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  7. Min - Write of the Middle9 November 2017 at 05:38

    OMG you get around. I'm a wee bit envious! Can't wait to hear all about it and see your photo's! :-) #TeamLovinLife

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    1. Natalie9 November 2017 at 07:14

      I'll certainly do a post-trip write up with photos :) Thanks, Min, for stopping by.

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  8. retirementreflections9 November 2017 at 16:25

    Spain this past summer, Ireland last month and Central Europe this month! (Did I miss a country somewhere in there?) You are an incredible traveler, Natalie. I look forward to reading these travel tales of you and your sister.

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    1. Natalie9 November 2017 at 17:41

      I sure like to travel, Donna, and feel fortunate that we have a big world out there for me to explore. Thank you for stopping by and taking time to comment.

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  9. Unknown10 November 2017 at 09:36

    I've never been to any of the places you mention, although would love to see Vienna. It's especially great that you and your sister can enjoy these experiences together. Have a great time.

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    1. Natalie10 November 2017 at 17:17

      Thank you, Karen, for stopping by. I have nice memories of Vienna, and am happy to re-visit the city with my sister.

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  10. Leanne @ Deep Fried Fruit12 November 2017 at 19:37

    Oooooh! Sounds like fun. I have not stepped foot onto European soil yet. YET being the operative word. It WILL happen

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    1. Natalie12 November 2017 at 22:17

      You'll love Europe, Leanne. Thank you for stopping by.

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