Tuesday 11 August 2015

AUGUST 2015 : EASTERN EUROPE : European Peace Walk : Day 1 & 2 : Vienna - Rajka

         Distance travelled so far : 32 kms                                


                                     

       Day 1 and 2. We are combining the first 2 days of the walk to join with a larger group.
       Can you believe it the other 6 walkers are all Australian!

       

          Delicious breakfast to start the day.

         

            The enthusiastic troops set off!


         

             Unanimous decision to catch the ferry to Bratislava to avoid confusion on the trains.
             Boat booked up....so we faced a morning of confusion on the metro and train.

         

              Success at first.


       

           Now to find the correct station.


        

          Much deliberation and patience!


       

          After several transfers and 70 mins on the train we arrived in fairytale Bratislava.


       

         The tourist office recommended a fab local restaurant, away from the tourist hype.


        

           Great introduction to Slovakia.


         

             Fourteenth century castle overlooking the town.


          

             View over the city from the castle.


         

              The old city.


       

           Some snapshots of the city


                                      

                                             Views


           

               Negotiating bus tickets for the 91 bus


         

             We arrive in Curnovo in 38 degree to walk about 6 kms to our destination.


         

               Hot and anxious to find our destination, after a few false starts.


                                              

                                  Our destination. A horse farm. Our hosts are Adam and his wife.


        

                                            Their Rastafarian dog.


        

              Our accommodation, an authentic Mongolian yurt.


        

                 An exotic swimming pool.

      

      Such a frlendly welcome. Big day and we are on the way!

M&M

4 comments:

Marlo Woods said...

It is so wonderful to be able to see you all on your big adventure! I am loving all the photographs, everything from train station excitement to exotic swimming pools. I am in love with the Rastafari and dog!!! keep up the great work you're all an inspiration. Marlo xo

Marlo Woods said...

Hello it's Marlo calling! I'm not quite sure what I'm doing here?? I have tried to post a few comments and I'm not sure if they got through to you?? I am new to the world of blog. I am loving being able to share your adventure with you via the photos and words. It looks like you guys are having a wonderful time. The highlight so far must have been the exotic Swimming pool!! I hope this post reaches you and I look forward to seeing the rest of your journey.

Marlo Woods said...

It is so wonderful to be able to see you all on your big adventure! I am loving all the photographs, everything from train station excitement to exotic swimming pools. I am in love with the Rastafari and dog!!! keep up the great work you're all an inspiration. Marlo xo

Margid said...

Hello there. As an older woman planning to do the walk next year, may I ask how heavy your packs were? And how many days did you choose not to walk? I can be contacted at margid41@hotmail.com if that is easier for you.

Many Thanks,

Margid