Swimming Against the Tide
April 28th 2015 Eventually it had to happen. The third time is not always a charm. Good things come in threes…but not always. My initial reaction to our 3rd city in Europe wasn’t very good. I just didn’t like Prague. After a dreamlike visit to Venice and a surprisingly excellent first trip behind the old Iron Curtain in Budapest, perhaps it was due to happen.
We left Budapest and enjoyed a comfortable t
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Tara Cloud
Slow travel conquers all!
At first, I was so afraid you disliked one of my favorite cities. Like you, I stayed for a month in the low season, but since it was 17 years ago, I didn't face those terrible crowds. So sad to hear this, but so happy you adventurous travelers stayed long enough to find the "real" Prague of charming, ancient buildings, tranquil parks and fab towers with views. I visited where Mozart's Don Giovanni was written and heard another opera where it was premiered there, as well as lots of music in magical venues. Hope you get a taste of music before you leave. I'm so relieved that you loved this amazing city.