Tuesday, October 8, 2013

Over the St Bernard pass into Italy

We decided to drive up and over the pass rather than take the tunnel through the mountain. It was a beautiful day  the extra driving time seemed worth it.
The buildings at the top of the pass are where the St Bernard dogs were initially bred.
We are now safely in Genoa.

Monday, October 7, 2013

Tomorrow, Genoa

Driving down to the coast of Italy tomorrow for a 3 or 4 day stay. Hoping to hike around cinque terre.

Hike photos

A few photos

From our Hikes over the past two days.

Our home in Switzerland

We are staying at our neighbor, Frankie's apartment in La Tzoumaz. Here are pictures looking out from the patio, looking at the front of the apartment building, and looking to the right from the patio.

Sunday, October 6, 2013

Hallelujah

The tire is back. Hope Hertz doesn't notice that a slightly worn tire with a different brand name is on the front.

Busted flat in La Tzoumaz

I ripped the sidewall on a curb I didn't see. Saturday evening in a remote mountain village. Fortunately, it happened right in front of the apartment we were arriving to. We have food, drink, a bed and electricity.
The tire is now in the hands of a guy I met in the local bar who apparently has a repair shop nearby.
Not sure how to turn off underlining on my tablet .....