Hello Prague

We had a most pleasant 5 hour train ride from Vienna to Prague. Spain Renfe still rules, though, as the most accommodating of trains. We thought things were looking up when a porter came by and asked us what we would like to drink. We said coffee; he handed it over and said 5.50 euros, please. Surprise!

We are back in a Hilton. Our room had fruit, wine and condiments waiting for us. The lounge had sandwiches, drinks and an array of desserts. Ahhhhh. It is located on the edge of Old Town, the heart of the city. Many of the streets are pedestrian only. The old town area leads onto the 600 year old Charles Bridge, which spans the Vltava River. On the other side of the river is the Prague Castle which we intend to visit tomorrow. The area is a bit filled with tourists, but just enough to make it cheery, not as over whelming as Venice. Brochures were offered everywhere for numerable nightly music performances from classical to jazz in churches and halls. We may change our focus from the visual to the auditory. There is a large public square with temporary grilling concessions and music. With this brief orientation we feel there is a lot to enjoy.