Oh wait. The song only goes to twelve. So just like the trip, the blog endet hier. :)
The sun was shining on the snow capped mountains as we pulled out of beautiful Innsbruck. What a gorgeous place and great time we had. On the train to Munich we snoozed on and off and when we arrived to the airport we caught a taxi to the Munich airport Sheraton. We needed to unload our bags and rest for a few minutes before we caught the train back to downtown (almost a 40 minute ride back but we were unsure about storing our bags at the train station). It is only 2pm, and we are so tired we could have just gone to bed, but obviously that wouldn't have worked. So we mustered up the strength to ride back into Munich to go to the Tollwood Market one last time to get some supper and listen to some music. We do love our fair food!
We get to the station and buy our tickets. 20 euros was expensive for just the ride to the market and back. But we certainly got our money's worth from our train tickets earlier in the trip. So it all works out. Of course no one checked out tickets...but still...I can't sleep at night over dishonesties such as being non-paying train hobos. :) When we arrived at Tollwood we took one last selfie, I got my roasted rosemary potatoes and Guy got a sausage sandwich. THEN I discovered something I didn't see before. A chocolate gyro. Funny I know, but that is what it reminded me of. Layers of chocolate on a spit of sorts that they shaved off and made dessert with. Yes please! So it had a sweet outside that smelt like a waffle cone but had the consistency of a pancake. They had them pre-made and put it in a little toaster grill to warm it up. After it was warmed they loaded it with the shaved chocolate and squirted in whipped cream, topped with caramel sauce. Um, yeah. So that was a pleasant surprise! We walked around a bit (nothing to shop for at this point) and went into the music tent. Last time it was really good...tonight, not so much. But we hung out for about an hour and had a coke zero. This group had more of a Latino/Spanish/Mexican flare and it was nice, but after awhile the songs all started sounding the same. So headed out to walk around just a bit more and Guy got some fried apples at the infamous crepe stand.
Saying our goodbyes, we headed back to the train for our ride back to the airport. I got a Germany Starbucks mug at the airport terminal - we spotted it going to the train so we didn't have to stop at the main train terminal downtown Munich to hunt for one. I didn't get one in Italy, but I look forward to our next visit to Europe - I'll get another chance to snag one then. The train ride was uneventful and no sights to see as it was dark. We took the Sheraton shuttle back and even tho it costs 5 euros per person each way for the 10 minute ride, it was still cheaper than a cab.
Tonight we re-arrange our bags and hope they make it to the States in once piece. Our black one cracked open on the side and some duct tape would be nice, but I think it will make it. As far as my mother-in-law's bag...well zipping it closed this morning I broke off the zipper handle and had to use a pair of scissors to close it up. I broke the other zipper this past summer in Spain. So I'm thinking I pretty much owe her a new bag as this one is done. :)
I can't even begin to describe what a wonderful time we've had. The blog and photos lack the feel of the crisp air in your face and the fragrant smells of the markets. Just to come back to the markets only, we probably would not. They have been magical as a first time experience, but I'm not so sure it would be the same experience a second time. However, combine skiing during the day and hitting the markets at night for music and food, now that would be a yes!! Look out Innsbruck...you'll probably see us some December again in the future!
So thanks to all my avid blog readers. You must be bored if you have nothing to do besides read all my ramblings, but this blog helps us document the trip so we can look back and remember the little details. Plus it helps us remember the hotels and restaurants in case someone is heading this way and it would help them. The biggest reason is it lets our Moms know we are safe and having fun (and chatting for free on Viber is a pretty big deal, too!). All these combined make it worth the daily commitment.
Finally, a shout out (and up) to God for keeping us safe and healthy during the trip. We are truly blessed and grateful and spoiled! But also very appreciative to everyone who has to work a little bit harder so that we can be gone from our jobs. Thanks to everyone and prayers are now being accepted for safe travels home. Auf wiedersehen and gute Nacht!
No comments:
Post a Comment