A Day of R&R in the B-B

After hauling our backpacks all over creation for the past 3 weeks, Justin and I both needed a little rest and relaxation, which we found in Baden-Baden. Considered a "resort destination" in Germany, this is where the wealthy make their homes, and day trippers wander through the sunny park and high-end designer shops. After a good long night of sleep, we had breakfast at the local bakery (which we missed while in Italy) and spent the morning wandering around this little town; we have seen 2 lovely churches, a castle dating from 1450 that is currently being turned into a hotel, the world-renowned spa that is located here, and lots and lots of candy shops!

While it may seem a little odd, I love marzipan. Today we found a konditerei that sold strips of marzipan in milk chocolate....so delicious! Another great find was sparkly nail polish. I know what you're thinking, but this is not the run-of-the-mill glitter polish seventh graders wear. I have seen the new glittery colors in fashion magazines, but have yet to find any in the nail salons in the U.S. I noticed that girls here had the same kind of polish, and, sure enough I found some in the drugstore here and painted my nails in the park - they look beautiful!

The cobblestone streets are surrounded by multi-colored stucco buildings, and the views of the surounding hills are only obstructed by unique architecture and the church steeples. There is a big casino (we didn't go in) and a bandstand where we just listened to a chorus and band warm up for an evening performance. In the 1880's a notable European Politician was quoted saying that, "Paris is for the winter, but Baden-Baden is for the summer." We couldn't agree more!!

XOXO- C & J