9/5 - Italian Riviera > Lucca
Today we left the beautiful Italian Riviera. We drove to the medieval city of Lucca, encircled by 16th-century Renaissance walls. Then a choice - to discover Lucca on foot or bicycle?
Later a sampling of seasonal, local delicacies at a specialty food shop followed by our arrival at our historic Tuscan villa for a relaxing 4-night stay.
Later a sampling of seasonal, local delicacies at a specialty food shop followed by our arrival at our historic Tuscan villa for a relaxing 4-night stay.
9/12 - Milan
Meanwhile, our 9/12 departure group arrived in Milan. All arrived safely and with our luggage - always a good way to start a trip.
 I know I have my name tag in here someplace |  Randall's tired after a sleepless night on the plane |
Several of us walked around the area to shake the cobwebs out after a long flight.
 Every bakery had wonderful treats in the window. We enjoyed a slice of pizza for lunch. |  Terri and her best friend from High School enjoyed a cola in the square. |
After a nap and a shower we were refreshed. We gathered for our welcome briefing and our first dinner together.
 Grace, Pat, Mary and Rick |  Keith, Ann, Dan, Diane and Pete (Where's Jeannie? I missed her in my photo!) |
 Nancy, Barb, Kim, Sally, Karen and Diane |  Sharon, Bob, Randall, Lyn an Mel |
 Diane celebrates her birthday. We didn't ask which one, but I'd guess 39! |  Terri (me) and our Tour Manager Ivan |
