Hey everyone!
Today was sadly our last day together. We left Prague in the morning and made a lunch stop in beautiful Dresden - a city that was almost completely destroyed in World War Two. Fortunately they have done an amazing job reconstructing it, which we saw on our little tour..
After lunch we started the long trip to Copenhagen. We had a wonderful last dinner together on the ferry from Germany to Denmark. It was bittersweet - but thankfully we all know it is never goodbye, but always "Till next time!"
Friday, July 8, 2016
Thursday, July 7, 2016
Day 19: Prague
Hey people!
We had an amazing day exploring beautiful Prague. We started the city tour in the morning and explored the old castle. It is on top of a hill so we walked through the gardens where there was the most fantastic view if the city.
On the way down from the castle we passed the Lennon wall and the students had the chance to write their own message on the wall.
After lunch we continued the tour and went to the old part of the city and also the jewish quarter - we learned a lot about the history of the Czech Republic and its people.
We spent the evening hanging out and relaxing with music and games. There were also quite a few people that watched the game between France and Germany ;-)
We had an amazing day exploring beautiful Prague. We started the city tour in the morning and explored the old castle. It is on top of a hill so we walked through the gardens where there was the most fantastic view if the city.
On the way down from the castle we passed the Lennon wall and the students had the chance to write their own message on the wall.
After lunch we continued the tour and went to the old part of the city and also the jewish quarter - we learned a lot about the history of the Czech Republic and its people.
We spent the evening hanging out and relaxing with music and games. There were also quite a few people that watched the game between France and Germany ;-)
Who needs France or Germany? Go Australia!
Wednesday, July 6, 2016
Day 18: Vienna - Bratislava - Prague
Hi everyone!
Today was a travel day and also a day to explore a bit.
We left Vienna in the morning and headed to the capital of Slovakia - Bratislava. It was a short drive and around noon we went on a lovely city tour and learned more about the history and culture of Bratislava.
Then it was time for lunch and many chose to get a real taste of the culture by eating some typical Slovakian food.
Afterwards we started our drive to Prague where we arrived around dinner time. It was a perfect summer night so we all went to down town Prague to see the beautiful old city all lit up in the dark. It was so beautiful!
Today was a travel day and also a day to explore a bit.
We left Vienna in the morning and headed to the capital of Slovakia - Bratislava. It was a short drive and around noon we went on a lovely city tour and learned more about the history and culture of Bratislava.
Then it was time for lunch and many chose to get a real taste of the culture by eating some typical Slovakian food.
Afterwards we started our drive to Prague where we arrived around dinner time. It was a perfect summer night so we all went to down town Prague to see the beautiful old city all lit up in the dark. It was so beautiful!
Tuesday, July 5, 2016
Day 17: Vienna
Hey everybody!
On this sunny day we got to explore Vienna - we started out at the Belvedere Castle and gardens, and then we headed to the beautiful Hofburg Palace. We also stopped by the greek-inspired parliament building.
Later on we had lunch in the Stephansplatz and then we were off to see the house of Mozart. After seeing the house in which he composed many of his great pieces, we boarded our horse-carriages called the Fiakers. We were in for a ride around the city!
After dinner some people took the opportunity to experience a real classical concert in an old mansion in the heart of Vienna. It was an amazing concert that also included ballet, aries and a bit of drama.
On this sunny day we got to explore Vienna - we started out at the Belvedere Castle and gardens, and then we headed to the beautiful Hofburg Palace. We also stopped by the greek-inspired parliament building.
Later on we had lunch in the Stephansplatz and then we were off to see the house of Mozart. After seeing the house in which he composed many of his great pieces, we boarded our horse-carriages called the Fiakers. We were in for a ride around the city!
After dinner some people took the opportunity to experience a real classical concert in an old mansion in the heart of Vienna. It was an amazing concert that also included ballet, aries and a bit of drama.
Monday, July 4, 2016
Day 16: Budapest - Vienna
Hello people!
We had a short travel day to Vienna today. Arrival was around lunch time. We went to supermarket and got lots of delicious food for a picnic in the gardens of Schönnbrunn. Apart from a few spiders it was a lovely lunch - it was sunny and warm :-)
Afterwards we walked through the gardens to the beautiful Schönnbrunn Castle that used to be a summer home for several royal families throughout time. We had a tour inside where we got to see 40 of the 1000 rooms. The rooms and the furniture were well-preserved, so one could almost imagine what it would be like to live there.
We had dinner at a typical Austrian restaurant - the plates of food were huge and the food was so good!
The best part was the enormous shared dessert plate!
We had a short travel day to Vienna today. Arrival was around lunch time. We went to supermarket and got lots of delicious food for a picnic in the gardens of Schönnbrunn. Apart from a few spiders it was a lovely lunch - it was sunny and warm :-)
Afterwards we walked through the gardens to the beautiful Schönnbrunn Castle that used to be a summer home for several royal families throughout time. We had a tour inside where we got to see 40 of the 1000 rooms. The rooms and the furniture were well-preserved, so one could almost imagine what it would be like to live there.
We had dinner at a typical Austrian restaurant - the plates of food were huge and the food was so good!
The best part was the enormous shared dessert plate!
Sunday, July 3, 2016
Day 15: Budapest
Welcome to our day in beautiful Budapest!
The day started with a city tour. We stopped by the Hungarian parliament which is the 3rd largest parliament building in the world. Not only was it amazing from the outside but the inside was incredible as well.
Next stop was the citadel with a fantastic view of the city! Then it was time for lunch in down town Budapest.
Afterwards we climbed our way to the top of the castle in Budapest and then to finish off we went to the Thermal baths to have a swim in one of the many pools or go to the sauna.
After being in the warm pools or saunas for a couple of hours we went to a traditional Hungarian restaurant with dancing and music. The food was great and so was the entertainment!
The day started with a city tour. We stopped by the Hungarian parliament which is the 3rd largest parliament building in the world. Not only was it amazing from the outside but the inside was incredible as well.
Next stop was the citadel with a fantastic view of the city! Then it was time for lunch in down town Budapest.
Afterwards we climbed our way to the top of the castle in Budapest and then to finish off we went to the Thermal baths to have a swim in one of the many pools or go to the sauna.
After being in the warm pools or saunas for a couple of hours we went to a traditional Hungarian restaurant with dancing and music. The food was great and so was the entertainment!
Saturday, July 2, 2016
Day 14: Lido di Jesolo - Postojna caves - Budapest
Hi everyone!
Today was a travel day from Lido di Jesolo to Budapest with a stop at the Postojna caves in Slovenia - one of the biggest cave systems in the world.
Upon arrival at Postojna we took a little train 2 km into the caves. Here we went on a guided tour and saw the beautiful formations formed over millions of years.
Afterwards it was time for lunch and then we started the drive to Budapest.
We arrived around dinner time and had a wonderful buffet. Then there was time to go for a swim in the pool!
Today was a travel day from Lido di Jesolo to Budapest with a stop at the Postojna caves in Slovenia - one of the biggest cave systems in the world.
Upon arrival at Postojna we took a little train 2 km into the caves. Here we went on a guided tour and saw the beautiful formations formed over millions of years.
Afterwards it was time for lunch and then we started the drive to Budapest.
We arrived around dinner time and had a wonderful buffet. Then there was time to go for a swim in the pool!
Friday, July 1, 2016
Day 13: Venice
Hey everyone!
We started our day a bit early to go to amazing Venice! First stop was a walking tour through the city with a guide. We learned about the history of Venice and saw quite a few of all the bridges they have. The water had the most beautiful blue/green color and it was so idyllic and truly Italian with all the houses on the canals.
After lunch we went in the Gondolas and saw Venice from the water. It was quite fascinating how the men steering the gondolas managed to do so on so little space.
To end the day we went to the Murano Island where they make glas - we saw to kinds of methods.
At night it was time for more fun - we had a roof top dance and pool party!
Day 12: Lido di Jesolo
BEACH DAY!
Today was a relaxing day for everyone! We were at the beach all morning and afternoon - swimming, tanning and playing beach volley and soccer. The beach was amazing and the water so clear and blue.
In the late afternoon we went to a mall to shop and eat gelato.
For dinner we had another four course Italian meal. There was also live music and it was Patricks birthday so of course he got a cake and everyone, including the other guests in the restaurant and the live band, sang happy birthday :-)
Today was a relaxing day for everyone! We were at the beach all morning and afternoon - swimming, tanning and playing beach volley and soccer. The beach was amazing and the water so clear and blue.
In the late afternoon we went to a mall to shop and eat gelato.
For dinner we had another four course Italian meal. There was also live music and it was Patricks birthday so of course he got a cake and everyone, including the other guests in the restaurant and the live band, sang happy birthday :-)
Wednesday, June 29, 2016
Day 11: Geneva - Lido di Jesolo
Hello everyone!
Our day started in the United Nations in Geneva. We had an interesting tour of the beautiful buildings, and also the chance to send a post card from international territory.
Afterwards we headed to the bus and started our journey through the Mont Blanc tunnel to Italy.
We arrived in Lido di Jesolo just in time for dinner and had a delicious four course meal. To finish the night off we went to the beach to stick our feet into the warm Mediterranean sea.
Tuesday, June 28, 2016
Day 10: Paris - Geneva
Bonjour!
Travel day with a bit of adventure included - we drove towards magnificent Geneva in the morning and arrived around 16.30. Then we explored the city for a little while before there was free time to buy some of that amazing swiss chocolate. The weather was beautiful and we took a nice group picture in front of the Jet d'Eau fountain.
Travel day with a bit of adventure included - we drove towards magnificent Geneva in the morning and arrived around 16.30. Then we explored the city for a little while before there was free time to buy some of that amazing swiss chocolate. The weather was beautiful and we took a nice group picture in front of the Jet d'Eau fountain.
Monday, June 27, 2016
Day 9: Paris
Bonjour!
Today was our day in beautiful Paris.
First stop was a city tour - we saw Notre Dame, Pont de arts, Le Louvre, Arc de Triomphe and many other marvelous buildings.
Then it was time for lunch and some free time to go shopping on Champs Elysées.
Afterwards we went inside Le Louvre and explore all the amazing art that you can find there - Mona Lisa for instance.
Next up was.... THE EIFFEL TOWER! Everyone was very excited as we started heading to the top. There was a bit of rain coming down, but as we made our way to the top the sun came out and the rain stopped. It was picture perfect!
Today was our day in beautiful Paris.
First stop was a city tour - we saw Notre Dame, Pont de arts, Le Louvre, Arc de Triomphe and many other marvelous buildings.
Then it was time for lunch and some free time to go shopping on Champs Elysées.
Afterwards we went inside Le Louvre and explore all the amazing art that you can find there - Mona Lisa for instance.
Next up was.... THE EIFFEL TOWER! Everyone was very excited as we started heading to the top. There was a bit of rain coming down, but as we made our way to the top the sun came out and the rain stopped. It was picture perfect!
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