Sorry about the lag in postings. We have been so busy.
We had a great last morning in Florence! We did a walking tour of the city that started with coffee at an authentic Italian café, Gilli's. We drank our lattes standing up in a historic and beautiful building. Next we went to a market where we rubbed the nose of a pig statue to, according to Florentine tradition, ensure a return to the region. We finished the walking tour at a hidden museum that used to be residence. So ornate and fancy!
Next we headed to Venice. Personally, I am not a fan. Within the labryntine walls lies the world's largest tourist trap. The entire city seems like Disney World and there are no locals anywhere. I think it would be better enjoyed if we had a larger budget for eating and entertainment.
I did have to restrain Valerie from buying a tacky mask a couple of times but we made it out alive! On the plus, we stayed in a really fun hostel and we went bar hopping while we were there. That was the main highlight. We also saw a few of the major sites.
We left for Cinque Terre today. We finally made it to our hostel after a grueling 12 hr journey due to Italian strikes. It was a bonding experience! But now we are here and happy. We already like Cinque Terre and are looking forward to a long hike tomorrow.
disclaimer: despite all of this we are having a great time. also, I wrote this on a phone. Don't judge.
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