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Our Trip to Prague

Hello! Here are a few photos from our trip to Prague. Prague ... was ... awesome. I was completely surprised by Prague. Maybe its because I didn't really know what to expect? Either way, Prague was a party. The Charles Bridge was so impressive, more than that, the views were breathtaking.

One of the highlights of the trip was dinner at Hergetova Cihelna (Web site here). The restaurant is tucked underground and opens up right on the water. There are magnificent views of the bridge and the city. We sat outside, enjoyed a bottle of wine watching the boats go by. We even saw fireworks going off on the river. It was a very special place.








The Prague Astronomical Clock was first installed in 1410, making it the third-oldest astronomical clock in the world and the only one still working.

The astronomical dial has a background that represents the standing Earth and Sky, and surrounding it operate four main moving components: the zodiacal ring (illustrating what zodiac the Sun is currently in), an outer rotating ring (telling time), an icon representing the Sun (coinciding with the time of Sunset), and an icon representing the Moon (tracking the speed and orbit of the Moon).

There is also a presentation of statues of the Apostles at the doorways above the clock, with all twelve presented every hour.

Impressive.

Our Trip to Paris

As promised, here are a few photos from our trip to Paris. Paris was absolutely amazing. We couldn't have asked for a better experience.

It was so incredible to walk down a street and look up and see the Eiffel Tower! Everything was in bloom. People were out and about, milling around at cafes, eating macaroons in the park ... everything you could want from Paris.

One of our most memorable touristy excursions (which I would highly recommend) was dinner in the Eiffel Tower. There are two restaurants inside the Eiffel Tower, one on the second floor (where we ate) and one higher up (which apparently you have to make reservations nearly a year in advance). The views up there are remarkable. You can see the whole city.

Our evening concluded with a boat cruise along the Seine River. At 8pm on the dot, as our boat began to pull away, the Eiffel Tower lit up in a million sparking lights. It was so spectacular! The cruise took us along the buildings and museums and landmarks all lit up at night. Absolutely beautiful. We listened to La Vie en Rose on the headphones and as our boat began to pull in, at 9pm, the Tower lit up for us once again. It was a magical night I hope I always remember.

This is how the street peddlers carry their tower figurines.

Musee d'Orsay

Notre Dame

Beyonce and Jay-Z walked right past us at Notre Dame ... 1 foot in front of us to get on the sidewalk where we were standing. I scrambled to get my camera but there was a bodyguard with them who waved in my face to stop. I did get 2 shots of them walking away. They were right there ... in Paris ... at the Notre Dame Cathedral ... the same time as us. Pretty cool.

Arc de Triomphe

Best croissants of my life

Notre Dame

The Louvre

Notre Dame

We're Back

Bonjour! Guten Tag! Ahoj!

We're back from our European vacation ... Paris, Vienna, and Prague (with a quick stop in Bratislava). We had the most amazing time. It was an absolutely wonderful trip. I have lots of pictures to share so stay tuned this week for a recap of our travels.

For now ... Au Revoir! Good bye! Sbohem!

The Royal Wedding

Who's excited? I have the TV set for hours of recording. Over the top gitz, glamor, and royal English-ness ... I can't wait!

Here's some royal wedding inspiration ...

1. Sapphire Leverback Earrings, Days Jewelers - here
2. Beaded Leather Clutch, Chloe - here
3. Leather and tulle-embellished mesh sandals, Valentino - here
4. LSA Malika Spiral Champagne Saucers, John Lewis - here
5. Navy Blue Hat - Etsy - here
6. Faux Sapphire Engagement ring, Amazon - here
7. Prince William & Kate's wedding invitation

Inspiration: Prague