Adam Clark
Yesterday our trip again proved why it holds such a large reputation at Grammar, as we arrived in Venice from Florence. Immediately the first question across my mind and I'm sure others was, was it just canals and really no roads? My question was answered as we left the train terminal and saw gondolas, boats and most water transport cruising the canals that ran throughout the beauty of Venice.
Mr Buckingham produced the first task of the day as he sat us down, to go find in groups of three the Rialto Bridge. It wasn't so much the time that Mr Buckingham said we would accomplish this task-45mins- but actually the mere fact he expected us to get lost. With this confidence of the master in charge under our belt, our groups progressed to the desired location. I found myself with Charlie Douglas, a man who outsmarted me in most ways, and Tommy Hayes, an orienteer and ranked in this sport as top 5 in NZ. Quite confidently I announced we would be alright.
As stated clearly above, I was right. We made it to the Rialto Bridge, under time and in one piece. As the rest of the groups wondered in, we were left taking in an amazing view of Venice. With a few snaps and a group photo we were all off again, this time our destination San Marco square. Though we were meant to travel in a group this time it came very quickly obvious that a small portion of us, thanks to Mr Poulsen's navigation were lost and it would stay this way for another 2 hours. Though not originally planned our new small group came together to find our way to San Marco and other attractions of Venice.
Eventually we found the rest of the group and we carried on seeing the sights and magnificence that Venice held. Our day concluded in Venice with a ferry/bus ride down the main canal and a bit of free time till we were off again on our next adventure. This time an overnight train to France.
We are currently in Beaucaire, a relaxed portion of the trip but definitely not lacking in good times. Our days consist of road trips to certain sights, with interesting car rides and music to a lot of free time in the afternoon. So far the trip has been amazing and I for one can not wait to experience what this last part of the trip holds for us.
