Got to Florence via train, grabbed a cab from the train station to airport to pick up the rental cars. One Garmin, one Tom Tom, two cars and little luck finding the Villa. Did see the beautiful countryside of Italy though. Tip: make sure you have the correct GPS coordinate settings before you actually start driving - 3 different settings in the Garmin. The scenery of rural Italy is unbelievable - just like the depictions in books and paintings, absolutely gorgeous. Ran into Dave Porter at the grocery store and followed him to the Villa. Such a small world for being in a different country!
The Villa (actually a 12th century castle converted into several apartments) is amazing. Lots and lots of antiques and marble everything. We rented the whole thing since there are near 40 of us. The owners are nice as can be and super helpful. There is an on-site restaurant and winery. Great fun and family, I can't imagine life getting much better than this. Italians are very friendly and nice.
Working on a surprise for the Bride and Groom, more on that later. Rehearsal dinner was last night, wedding today. Best friends Sue and Brenda plus sister Julie helping to keep the mother-of-the-bride sane. Andy downloaded the first batch of pics to the computer yesterday. I haven't seen them yet though...will try to get some of them posted soon. Ciao!
Alexandra - so right on the manicure!! Toni - postcard on it's way, just have to find your address!
Sounds like a wonderful trip so far! Can't wait to check out some of your pictures.
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