This is our last stop on this magical tour of Europe. I often feel we don't do justice to its unique qualities because we're on our way home in our brains. The Rhine wines of this area are prized around the world for their delicate flavor and range of tastes -- from very dry to very sweet. They also produce some exquisite delicate red wines and the famous Asbach Weinbrand (brandy). The whole town (like all these lovely wine villages along the Rhine) is dedicated to creating weingartens -- outdoor eating and drinking areas shaded by deciduous trees and scented with profusions of flowers, including wisteria, lilacs and various annuals.
Our last day was spent on a Rhine cruise. We ate lunch and ice cream sundaes on the boat while dozens of castles passed by our windows. It was a time to share last stories with each other about our journey and to create a list of phone numbers so we can all keep in touch. A perfect ending to a perfect trip!
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