However, the real adventure began when we landed in Rome. Trying to decipher guides and maps as to where our luggage will go, where the train is, when the train leaves, and what platform to go to could possibly be one of the most difficult things I have ever done. Definitely debatable. Airports and train stations in Europe are not as accommodating as they are in the US so you better know what your doing or you will get lost or taken advantage off. One thing I have learned so far is try and look like you know what you are doing haha otherwise, your a prime target as a tourist.
Anyways after what seemed like hours of lugging suitcases up and down steps, down never ending platforms, and stuffing them into spaces too small for them to fit, we finally made it to Firenze. No matter how crazy the day had been, any struggle I had faced became insignificant the moment I laid my eyes on the beautiful Ponte Vecchio. It is absolutely gorgeous. My family and I ate dinner at Trattoria Ponte Vecchio which was delicious (pictures to come) and then my dad and I strolled around taking pictures and listening to the different bands playing in the streets. No matter how tired I am from traveling all day, I am so excited to finally be here :)
