I was reminded again that despite the language barrier and especially with children, facial expressions is such as universal language...and conversations based on that alone can certainly go a long way.
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Windmills of Obdam
Our friend Marja took us on a memorable tour of an actual working windmill near Obdam - a family friend of a friend's home.
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Along the dikes of the Netherlands
April 27th, 2010 – We spent a nice afternoon with our friend Marja walking along the dikes.
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Ahhh Nice
We had some great dinners night after night, especially when you have daily access to the local produce market and freshly made pasta from the shop next door. We were also in gelato central.
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Memorial to the Murdered Jews of Europe
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I’m down with OBB
Our very first EuroNight train ride from OBB was quite fascinating. Our 2 person sleeper car with an ensuite shower and WC was more than what we expected – understandably a little cramped but well …
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Vienna – Day 3
Arrival Date: April 17, 2010 Departure Date: April 20, 2010
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Early morning arrival in Vienna
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re: Berlin Habitat Studio
We had a great time and the owner of Berlin Habitat Studio was VERY flexible. We only needed 2 nights instead of the usual 3 and the owner accommodated us. We arrived in Berlin first thing in …
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Clio
We debated about this a lot (carbon emissions, fuel costs, finding parking etc.) but after realizing that back-packing (or hauling bags) around Europe is really more of a romantic, sometimes limiting, and more expensive notion …