Off We Go!

 Spring 2023


Almost 1 year ago we headed off to Europe for 10 weeks.  Of course when we returned we figured out we missed a whole lot of Europe.  So time to visit a few of those places.  This trip will be only 4 weeks I swore after the last trip and bringing along a small refrigerator for Dan's medication that we would not go on any more extended trips.   Especially because as those who know us the concept of "packing light" means one large suitcase and a backpack (stuffed full).  Last year's portable refrigerator that needed to always be plugged in was my undoing.  This is the main reason to limit the trip to 4 weeks.

The trip will include a river cruise on the Danube, finishing in Germany then onto the black forest, and finally into France's Champagne and Wine regions.  Let the adventure begin!

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