In Training

So, our trip from Bruges to Prague was done via train, with a jaunt to Dusseldorf and then an overnight train to Prague.

Dusseldorf is someplace I would love to see for more than 10 hours someday. We went to the information center near the train station where a great guy gave us a map, outlined where we could walk for a few hours, and even told us where to eat! We also took a short river cruise around the city, to get a feel for what it was like. I definitely want to come back here...

Now, for the overnight train. The accommodations were small but clean, the bathroom had a shower (of sorts), we had a sink in our compartment, and we got to sleep! The overnight trip also was the beginning of a now-marathon poker game between Val and me. Score upon arrival in Prague: Janine $6620, Val $1720. Too bad it's just imaginary money!!

So, we arrived in Prague rested and ready to meet up with Val's sisters and niece (Geraldine, Kathleen, and Cliona). The taxi ride was fairly brief to the hotel, which was situated amongst a lot of run-down, graffiti-riddled buildings. Uh-oh, I thought. But, the room was clean enough, and very large. Plus, who can complain about paying 49 Euro for a room including full breakfast each day for both of us? Everything will be fine...