To Venice on the Thello Train

Well we managed to find our way to Gard de Lyon and eventually found the platform for the Thello train - this was after three different directions from information people. They were all very nice - just not providing the right info.

We managed to find coach 93, seats 41 and 45 - no luxurious but plenty of space for us and as we xpected and the train left on time at 7.59pm.

Later in the night there were two beds in the cabin and yes Irene got the top bunk - no, there are no photos to show her "nimbly" climbing the ladder - but she did it with ease .After a night of "rest", we had the complimentary breakfast and arrived in Venice on time at 9.35am.  We were met by our booked driver and were taken to our hotel via water taxi.

The orange coloured building is our hotel - on the recommendation of our good friends Matt and Jennie - great location, great facilities. We have a front room that overlooks the grand canal - so busy.

Day 1 we have just spent walking around St Marks Square and to the Rialto Bridge and Rialto Markets - getting acquainted with the area. 

It has been a lovely day which we ended with a simple but great meal at a little restaurant in one of the back streets. 

Tomorrow e are off on a complimentary cruise with the hotel - not sure yet where we will end up after that - who cares , any where will be great!