Well my presentation is over and so Allison and I are heading to Moulin Rouge. We couldn't get tickets except to the 11 pm show but everyone says it is worth it. Last night I met two guys from North Carolina and a brother and sister from Austrailia and they said it was a show not to be missed. Plus, Patrick said it was a definate. We'll see if it lives up to its reputation.
Last night was spectacular also. The reception at the Ambassodor's residence was wonderful. Imagine the grand winding staircase and the red velvet drapes. The 18th century art and the gold plated and crystal chandelier. Then of course there were the constantly circulating waitstaff in formal wear with champagne, wine and canapies. Yes, i think I should be rich....lol
Well just a quick note as I must go get dressed....
till later.
j
Tuesday, July 7, 2009
Monday, July 6, 2009
At the Conference
Hello everyone
Just a quick note to say hello. I will have to find some time to sit down and write soon but there just never seems to be a moment. Yesterday all of us Victoria folks did a bike tour of Paris and it was wonderful. I tried to climb the Eiffel Tower but I had to turn back before the first level (i was still rather high) because I froze over my reaction to the height. Today I am at the conference and tomorrow I present. Tonight I am off the reception at the ambassodor's residence. Well I am off to a session and the queu is getting quite long waiting for me to finish.
Take care all and talk soon
j
Just a quick note to say hello. I will have to find some time to sit down and write soon but there just never seems to be a moment. Yesterday all of us Victoria folks did a bike tour of Paris and it was wonderful. I tried to climb the Eiffel Tower but I had to turn back before the first level (i was still rather high) because I froze over my reaction to the height. Today I am at the conference and tomorrow I present. Tonight I am off the reception at the ambassodor's residence. Well I am off to a session and the queu is getting quite long waiting for me to finish.
Take care all and talk soon
j
Saturday, July 4, 2009
Safe in Paris
Well after a LONG and eventful night train from Munich I have arrived in paris. Alison and I met up and we are checked into our sparse but cheep and clean accomodation. Many stories but our time is running out so will post more later. Off to the streets of Paris for a while!
Thursday, July 2, 2009
Last Day in Munich
Well another day in Munich. My last. I have mastered the underground and I must say I have loved my travels here. Today I wandered the wonderful outdoor market and had snitzel on one of their many outdoor cafe's. Do you know that Munich has the most in all of Europe? Although i think they call them Beirgärtens...lol. But not to be culturally outdone, I visited the residence (the palace in some lands) and the outer gardens and then splurged and took a rickshaw through the English Gardens. Do you know that they are larger than any outdoor free park in North America? I also visited the famous Maximillion Stree where all of the famous designers have their stores. I can't believe people pay two thousand dollars for a dress...or more. It was fun and i enjoyed watching the designers leave their stores in the evening....ah european couture!
Tomorrow I am going to Neuschwanstein. As King Ludwig II said. "I intend to rebuild the old castle ruins of Hohenschwangau by the Pollat Gorge in the genuine style of the old German Knightly fortresses........the spot is one of the most beautiful that one could ever find. " This castle is the setting for Sleeping Beauty. Of course Ludwig was said to be MAD as well. The castle is set in the Swiss Alps so I am sure the hike will be magnificant.
Tomorrow night I take the night train to Paris to meet up with the group. I have never taken a night train (and I wouldn't pay the 100 euros for a private room so it will be interesting the strangers I will sleep with tomorrow night). I am sure I will fall in love with Paris too!
Tomorrow I am going to Neuschwanstein. As King Ludwig II said. "I intend to rebuild the old castle ruins of Hohenschwangau by the Pollat Gorge in the genuine style of the old German Knightly fortresses........the spot is one of the most beautiful that one could ever find. " This castle is the setting for Sleeping Beauty. Of course Ludwig was said to be MAD as well. The castle is set in the Swiss Alps so I am sure the hike will be magnificant.
Tomorrow night I take the night train to Paris to meet up with the group. I have never taken a night train (and I wouldn't pay the 100 euros for a private room so it will be interesting the strangers I will sleep with tomorrow night). I am sure I will fall in love with Paris too!
Wednesday, July 1, 2009
Biergärten
Well a full day and evening as well. After enjoying the festival and music we went to the Biergärten. Yes, an experience. Loud and fun and GREAT music...Bavarian style. So although I missed Canada Day I was with you all in spirit.
A day in Munich
Well a wonderful day. Museums and parks and a lot of people speaking German...lol. I didn' hear another spoken word of English today. It shows how egocentric we Canadians are...we figure that we will be understood wherever we go :). However, I managed the subway and found myself at the centre of town where I visited museums and finally finally ...if you can believe it...a music festival. So I heard great music and had great sausage and beer and even figured out how to get home again. Well off the beergardens with Monica tonight! Apparently that is what Bavaria is about!
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