Breakfast , followed by a stop at the church that happens to be across the road – what a surprise to find a 3rd century treasure right under our noses ! Continued the lovely walk through the back streets of Brera to the Pinoteca gallery. Spent a good 2 hours examining all the magnificent artworks…
Day 1 in Milan saw us sleep in and then set off towards the Duomo! First impressions from a block away stunned Sebastian who didn’t think it could be real – “that’s not a church, it looks like a fairytale castle”. First examined the spectacular exterior reliefs but we shocked by what sounded like gunshots…
An eye wateringly early 4:30 am start to Heathrow for our 7:30 flight to Milan. Brilliant clear views of snow covered alps from the plane and once again framing the landscape once we arrived in Milan directly on tarmac alongside all the (other 😜) private jets. Collecting the rent a car was drama filled which…
…wouldn’t be complete without a trip to Harrods ! What an explosion of Xmas sparkle Harrods is at this time of year! Managed an early 10:15 meet up with the Girton Lit tour for some time cruising the luxury brands with some friendly faces 😊 Lovely afternoon carols at Raphy’s school church, including a strange…
Sunday morning visit to the British Library while waiting for David and family to arrive home. Xmas drinks , pressies and a virtual fire 🔥. Followed by dinner at the Kings Head .