I’m stopping mid-video just to let you guys know how deeply appreciative I am for you sharing your adventures with all of us. I’ve been watching you all since your AT through hike and feel that you have enriched and inspired my life journey immensely. Thank you so much for, “taking us with you”💕
We took the Flixbus from Venice to Dobbiaco, Italy and finally figured out that it stopped to pick people up in a parking lot, thanks to other people who rode the bus ! Oh such memories of Lucca - walked the same entrance as you did to get in and then rented a bike to ride around the wall. We so enjoyed the coffee, intermittent bakeries, sound of bells ringing in the distance, and sweet little villages along the journey. We were fortunate to have a local guide in Tuscany who took us across the country side to hike to vineyards, olive oil refineries, and monasteries. As you, we loved the energy of the Italian people. So much so, we returned several times after our first visit ! Thank you for bringing back a flood of memories !
In 1970s when traveling from Paris to Milan via the Magic Bus (the French called it “Magic Voyage”) we were dropped outside Milan on the side of the road with miles to walk to Milan. We had no idea we were going to be dropped off so far from the city - also 4am. We were so tired at one point my partner fell backwards with her pack on and she was like a flipped turtle and couldn’t get up - hysterical! At daylight a taxi driver picked us up and gave us a free tour of Milan and dropped us off at our destination- the train station. Lovely memories of Italy. Thanks for taking us with you. ❤
This is an incredible pilgrimage you guys. My plan is to do the Camino Frances in the Spring. Now, I’m going to have to add this to my list! Just love seeing the villages, squares and old architecture. Yippee!❤
You are in my old stomping grounds... Livorno, Gallo, Ripoli, Lucca, and Florence et al... heaven... enjoy your memories... P.S. your gate looks labored... ok?
Now I’m able to follow you easily with the atlas. Italy feels more familiar to me. I traveled there with my mom in the 1980’s for 15 days. Being a Portuguese American I felt more at home. Yes, people seem to be more engaged and show more energy when conversing. Take care. Be safe💕
"DON'T WAIT DO IT NOW" wise words. It doesn't take much to remind us of that motto. I'm sure you've heard by now of Donna Saufley's passing. So sad and unfair. Tomorrow is never guaranteed. LIVE for today, plan for tomorrow. 19:33 must be an incorrect date of 10/10 as today is 10/10 my birthday, and the video was uploaded on 10/8.
My great grandparents are from Italy! It’s dear to my heart! I’m glad you loved it as much as I would! I wish you could go to An Andre Boccelli concert in Tuscany!
So! Much! Satisfaction! Watching you two wander on your travels by foot: total admiration for your initiative and your courage! Such leadership and mentoring by you both! YOWSERS! Just loving it!
I enjoyed Italy in the 80s. I was in the Navy stationed in Greece and traveled to Naples often, La Madalana and Gaeta. Nice people and good food. I'm so glad you gals are getting a chance to see Italy!!!
Different country and Camino, but 2nd half of this video very reminiscent of Camino Frances I walked in 2015. The churches, aubuergues, vineyards and small towns. I hope it cools down for you. Thank you for continuing to take us along.
So inspiring. Thank you, ladies. I’m leaving tomorrow for Porto to start the Camino Portuguese. I know this wouldn’t be happening without me stumbling on your hiking videos. So much gratitude for you two. Enjoy Italy. Many years ago we visited San Gimignano. It was wonderful to see it again.
Ciao da Venezia! You are on the pilgrimage route! It’s been crazy hot here-the news last night had a piece about whether summer will ever end. I actually made it to that rest room when changing trains last week-it’s staffed by an attendant and it’s super clean (and it costs a euro). In a pinch I will purchase a bottle of water at a coffee bar and use the facilities (warning, some have squatty potties). There are some cool historical sites on that route (mostly religious but moving &artistic). I’m off in the morning back to the states, but I’ll really enjoy your updates.
Hi ladies, what a great video! The streets of Italy were charming and that chocolate croissant sounded yummy! Loved the cello music. So appropriate. And Annette, you were holding up the Leaning Tower!! What an amazing adventure you two! Take care.
Another great trip you're treating us to. Love traveling with you two. This video started out so funny. I can't believe you held IT that long and then had to hide behind a tree. We had a great laugh. I am so impressed at how clean all these little towns are kept. No garbage or graffiti. This is so unlike all your thru hikes which are more in the wilderness. Love it!!!!!! I was wondering if you get the local currency somehow or can you "charge" in all those towns. I'm not a world traveler so I don't know how that works. The hostels are so quaint. Happy travels. Take care, be safe.
The money thing is pretty easy now. One just has to use a debit or credit card at an ATM and out come the euros or whatever other currency for the non-EU countries. We also use our credit card a lot. We brought a card that doesn't charge fees to convert from US $.
Thank you for showing me a new camino that I have been considering doing..😊 Looks great. Did you have to book your accommodation? Glad to see you making the most of your time in Europe.❤
Hey, Lucca is my hometown... I felt so emotional watching your video...hope you enjoyed it! I'll definitely follow your channel 🙂 The name of your breakfast is: focaccia
Mmmmm😋 award winning chocolate croissant. I'm a bit jealous you can eat all the gluteny things. I have celiac, and sometimes I miss gluten. Like when someone says "award winning" and "chocolate croissant " together 😂
HIked part of this beautiful scenic trail with my partner in 2019. We found it serendipitously and hiked it in reverse (which added a few challenges! )
