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So much cheaper than buying a ticket.

as autumn fog lifts / a vineyard in the sunshine / Italian wine 🍷

In San Quirico try a restaurant named IL Forno Vecchio. Great dining

A beautiful walk, some excellent scenery and a bottle of red to end the day, fantastic

I’ve had one of those rooms they are spacious they do rattle a lot I bring cardboard shims to Hush the rattles

The bus tour of Winnipeg during the midpoint layover from Toronto to Vancouver is worth the cost and it is planned to get you back to the station in plenty of time.

Also, did you ever post a video on how to spend time during the Canadian's stop in Winnipeg? I can't find it. I will be traveling west from Toronto. I think I will have about 2 hours, beginning at (potentially) 7:30 pm.

Hi. Thanks for the helpful and interesting video. I am taking the Canadian in December 2024 and have seen other videos here that show an overhead storage area in the single cabins that look like they could hold a carry-on size suitcase. Do you agree? Sure would be nice if the cars had a standard luggage rack like Amtrak sleeper cars do!

I'm sorry you didn't have more of a chance to explore Buonconvento. It's a very lovely village

A dry days walking always a bonus some lovely footage again

Absolutely stunning level of detail in the art and architecture. Simply (complexly😉) beautiful.

Very interesting. Nice to understand the origin of the term Burnt Sienna.

Gale, what kind of hat do you have. My wife want's one!

Some stunning architecture and sunshine for our pilgrims

Thank you for your video, new subscribers! What type of shoes do you recommend for doing this type of walk now that you have experienced it?...we plan on doing Lucca to Rome next late May to June.

Your cautionary introduction adumbrated the deluge about to inundate this region of Italy. Congratulations on your puddle-jumping perambulations ☔ The rain enhanced the lush green fields. I loved the stillness of sheep during the downpour. The canal obelisk seemed to be covered in lichen, which, I imagine, has witnessed many Francigena pilgrims. Catherine of Siena, being a patron Saint of communication professions, was, I trust, blessing two wet, weary TH-camrs 🙏

That looked a somewhat challenging walk but I find the sound and smell of the rain often enhances the experience

So nice to see you galloping across the rivers Gail 😂 another lovely days walking

Thanks. Glad you avoided a major rainstorm. So nice to see you enjoyed the architecture, culture, wine and cuisine of Monteriggioni area. Take care dear pilgrims 🙏

It was a pleasure walking with you

good info but too much talking!

Loved the bunches of grapes. Nice to see to hikers / pilgrims with a dog. Monks' chant emanating from sacred stone structure was lovely. Nocturnal illumination enhanced stonework in San Gimignano. You certainly ate and drank well in San Germignano 🍷 🍦

I’m planning this same walk next March so loving your channel. Thank you.

My husband and I are planning a trip on the Canadian in March and we’re super excited! We managed to book one of the Prestige cabins in the Park Car, which is our first time traveling on the Canadian, so we want to make the most of it. Your tips and advice are amazing, especially your tip on tips! Oh, and guess what? Our local bank in Virginia can exchange our currency for Canadian dollars. We always tip well to the staff and crew on all our adventures, and we really appreciate their hard work. Thanks a bunch!

So much colorful content in an under ten-minute video: Ducks, chickens, red vines on fence, undulating green vineyards, ancient stone, rustic doors, potted plants hanging from exterior walls, and a Francigena pilgrim bathed in the light of a street lamp...

Thanks for the video! We’ve been following you for a while, and are very excited to start our VF adventure from Lucca tomorrow. Maybe we’ll meet along the way.

Always room for a little tiramisu ❤

Thanks! I appreciate the oral summary you provided between the walk and your dining experience. Nice to see that ffter a long day, you were able to enjoy gourmet "fuel" for the next day's adventure 🚶 🎒

Lovely Lucca. Really enjoyed architectural details, gargoyles (?) for example. Amidst the historic structures, it's nice to see you're eating well 🍷

Cheers 🍷🍷

😊 3:01 gorgeous day for you. Congrats !

Totally worthy of your zero day! ❤

What's the best way to get to where you started the Mosquito Creek Trail, say from downtown? Thanks. Apologies, you answered that in the description I think.

I enjoyed sharing your trip! The views along the Pacific Coast certainly do not disappoint. I chuckled at your reaction to the Roomette. My husband and I took the Amtrak City of New Orleans from New Orleans to Chicago and we found the Roomette to be an adventure! Unfortunately, it was during the time when Covid restrictions were still very strict and we had to take our meals in the Roomette and they were pre-packaged, microwaved options. Not great. We were allowed in the view car with masks and distancing from others. I look forward to taking the train again now that those restrictions are not in place. It looks like much more fun.

Hi you two. I spent another day fun today with Susan Algie who is visiting London . She too is following you intently and enjoying all your videos.

Hi Dave and Gail! It’s Myrna. We also started in Lucca so following you brings great memories. It was interesting to see the 1960s church. It must be the newest church in the country!

I really enjoy the long shots of Gail walking in profile. The barrier / gate of multicoloured rectangles was an interesting detail. It was nice to see urban layers. Take care 🚶

Can't wait to see more of Lucca!

The sandstone descent ~ Gail: .. harrowing... horrible." David:"... a little bit tricky. " Loved the dark stone building with bright red potted plants.

That looked like a lovely day in spite of the overcast skies. I had to chuckle when you described the harrowing descent. In my book, descents are ALWAYS worse than climbs. Maybe it's just my old knees and hips! David, I just went back and watched your video about your video photography and editing set-up. Very helpful! I make a lot of video of our walks, but I have never done much with editing. I'm tempted to try to do more. Thanks for sharing.

Thank you! We're taking the trip in April and this has been super helpful.

Happy to experience this journey with you.

Haiku 🐌 hiking and cooking / snail on Carrara marble / Francigena walk 🐌

Very beautiful and so interesting!

A long day. But a good day. Dare I say, it was Marble-ous 😉

Hi, Gail and David! I have just discovered your channel and I am anxious to go back and watch all your videos from the beginning. My husband and I are long distance and short distance walkers/hikers. We walked the West Highland Way in Scotland in 2023 and we are planning a camino in Europe for after he retires next year. I look forward to enjoying your experiences and learning from your videos. Thank you for sharing!

Good job! Keep going!

Hey you two! Joan and Fraser are staying with me and last night after dinner we all enjoyed together watching your latest videos. Fraser said he was very very impressed with the videography. Have fun!

I imagined what it would have been like when those time worn doors were new in the twisty turns of the medieval mountain village. Such rich history. Enjoying the long walk with you both. Be well and continued safe travels. 😊

Thanks for sharing this wet, arduous walk. The mists make for splendid photos. Have a good rest. And walk on 🚶