FAREWELL BRATISLAVA

We've come to the end of our time here unfortunately, we've really enjoyed Central Europe and Slovakia in particular. It is starting to cool down, snow is predicted for next week so perhaps our departure is well timed. Today we had one last walk around the Old Town and Ruby had one last run around the fountain.

We had our first look at the Christmas markets on Sunday night. The square was packed with people and stalls selling food and Christmas trinkets. Beside the huge christmas tree a stage had been erected where a folk band was playing. The mood in the square was festive and even though it was cold and dark, it seemed the perfect atmosphere for some mulled wine, roasted chestnuts and crepes. The water in the fountain had been covered with boards and young children were running around and around on the boards. Of course Ruby joined them running.

We leave tomorrw but have a couple of days in Frankfurt before meeting Rebecca in KL for 5 days in Langkawi. We're sorry to leave but also looking forward to being home soon to see you all.