We checked out of our hotel early, and stored our luggage at the station before heading out by train to Santa Margherita, on the Ligurian coast. The local bus then drove us on narrow winding roads, barely wide enough for bus and car to pass on the way to Portofino.
The view of the harbour in Portofino is punctuated by countless, expensive, white yachts gently bobbing in the crystal clear water. The harbour is 'girt' by rows of pastel hued houses. Portofino is the most exclusive harbour and resort town in Italy, with its designer label stores alongside the main pedestrian thoroughfare.
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| The harbour in Portofino |
Their merchandise, whilst very appealing and incredibly expensive, failed to tempt us. We did however lash out and buy a Portofino t-shirt each!!! Oh well, when in Portofino…….
We particularly wanted to take a ferry from Monterosso back to La Spezia, when the late afternoon sun highlighted the colours of the buildings of the Cinque Terre. The view from the traghetto (ferry) arriving and leaving each town was picture postcard perfect. Again, the sun gods smiled upon us and even Neptune provided calm seas on this journey. We’ll let the photos speak for us. Sometimes words simply will not do.
 Corneligia |
| Corneligia ....just amazing |
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| Riomaggiore |
Alex, lamentably, I have started looking at man-bags! Whilst acceptable in the European context, I don’t think they would work for me in Australia!! (Tina won't let me use the gay word) Photos later!...Curiously, did you buy one...??
Bruno...cavities??...I HOPE NOT..!
Penelope, of course they they remember you. Quite fondly in fact. Even Riccardo (Tina's cousin) asked after you today.
Anna and Tony, we received your posting, glad the minor op went OK. Hoping for good results. Lauren and Michael - buona fortuna per la casa nuova. Ciao Bianca and Pete.
We are writing this blog on the train from La Spezia back to Lucca where we will stay with family for a few days before heading off to explore Firenze, Sienna and of course, Lucca in detail.
Thank you all for your dedication to writing comments…we can’t wait to log on and see them in the mornings.
Wow!
ReplyDeleteI can't think of a better expression.
Bruno
Hello Mrs Ball!!
ReplyDeleteAmazing photos! We are loving them lots. It looks like you are still having a good time, we are even more jealous than before. David in particular is loving the photos, we have been printing them off for him to draw. Today we had our "Walk to School" and "Way To Go". We learnt lots about crossing the road, transport, being safe, pollution and lots more.
It is Natalie's 8th Birthday on Sunday so we celebrated it today.
Cant wait to see your next blog...
Love 2/3TB and Miss Bateman
Hi guys
ReplyDeletePaul - re the man bag, be a man like me and buy one. Get a nice fine leather one from one of the leather stores in a small town for best value. Mine is one that you can wear over the shoulder. My colleagues see it and love it (seriously, a fashion statement).
Corneglia was a great spot and although smaller than the other towns and not as "famous" it is a great spot and did have spectacular views. Your pics are stunning. Pity about the adjectives (only joking).
Fantastic that the weather is so good, your probably thinking you should have kept those suitcases down to 10 kg each. Have a solution for you and one I'm sure Tina will appreciate - toss all your old clothes and buy up BIG!!! Sorry Paul.
Cheers
Alex
Dear Mrs Ball It looks like you are having a great time in italy with your family I miss you lots
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Hi Tina!! Hope you and Paul are having a fabulous time!! Ciao, Lisa and Paige xoxo
ReplyDeleteWhat magical locations - so beautiful and 'oldy-worldy'. They appear so serene and uncomplicated. is the lifestyle therefore simple and laid back - or do they still operate at a fast pace? The views are so spectacular.
ReplyDeletehello mrs ball I see you are havine so so much
ReplyDeletefun in class we have done lots of fun things
from Jordan
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