Wednesday, November 14, 2012

(Almost) Wordless Wednesday (Impulsive Traveling?)

We had an entirely different vacation set up, but one of the people who was supposed to come along, was unable to go, so we changed our plans at the last second, totally on impulse (the one and only time we've ever done that), and decided to go some place we'd never been, Prague, in the Czech Republic.  It ended up being a fantastic decision, and instantly became one of our family's all-time, most favorite places to visit.



On the Charles Bridge

The time change was a bit much for our little one.  He slept a lot, even at the toy store.  

Look who's awake!  Just in time to see the castle around the corner.

The churches were beautiful, inside and out



Every single meal we had in Prague was delicious!

The Famous Astronomical Clock


Wenceslas Square

How about you?  Have you ever changed vacation plans at the last second and it turned out to be a very good thing?

43 comments:

  1. i love the photos! thanks for sharing!

    - Stephanie J

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  2. What a fantastic vacation! Definitely an adventure! Glad you enjoyed the country!

    Maybe one day I'll visit. I do love traveling so.

    Those churches! Wow!

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    1. I love traveling too and wish we did it more! You've been where I want to go (Hawaii)! :)

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  3. Love it - really want to go to Prague one day. Have a great week.

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  4. WOW that's quite a trip!

    The year my nephew that has Trisomy 18 was born we decided to have a Staycation. We just didn't know what would happen since only 10% make it past a year old. It was a fun time though. We did get a hotel. It was nice that we could go back home to get things if we needed. My husband was disappointed, but happy with our adventure choice.

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  5. Love the photos & what a cool trip!

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  6. Beautiful pictures! Definitely a wonderful place to visit. Happy WW!

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  7. So pretty! I would love to visit Prague. The soup picture looks delicious!
    -Jamie
    http://chatterblossom.blogspot.com/

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  8. Impressive Prague, Nice pictures!

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  9. Your pictures have confirmed what I've heard. That Prague is a wonderful place to visit. Was it economical?

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    1. It was one of the most reasonably priced places we have ever visited, and the people were so nice everywhere we went!!

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  10. What a fine adventure you had. Love your pics.

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  11. Absolutely beautiful photos. And, yup, I've done a last minute vacation change; it's one of my favourite memories.

    Thanks for your comment on my blog by the by; I'm enjoying your blog so much I am now your newest follower. =)

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  12. WOW!!! that was a great change of plans! love your photos.

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  13. Wow how amazing! I love the photos. :)

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  14. OH you are killing me... It's been 10 years since I have been to Prague and I am really thinking it's time to take the hubby. I had the best times being there!! I got into a lot of trouble too...good fun trouble... Beautiful photos. Glad you got to experience it!!

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    1. Do you see the age of the older child we had with us? He was all up for that good fun trouble (maybe not the same as yours), lol. A surprise we hadn't planned for, but it turned out to be a great vacation in spite of having to reinforce our American house rules to him in a place that had very different ones. :)

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  15. What an awesome trip that must have been!

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  16. Thanks for the virtual tour. I'd love to visit some day.

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  17. Stunning sights! The only time we've ever decided to go somewhere less than a few days in advance was Williamsburg. It's only a few hours away and our favorite place to travel for relaxation. :D

    ♥ aquariann
    Featured Photo: Dragon Crown

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  18. Love the photos! I don't think we've ever had a change of plans like that. But one similarity was being in the Bahamas with Christopher and when we finally got to the big aquarium that I wanted him to see he was asleep. I woke him up and it was one of those, "What did I do that for?" because he couldn't get right and was not impressed with the aquarium.

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    1. Totally been there, done that (waking a child up for something they were less than impressed with ;) ).

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  19. Love it! I've never changed plans last minute, but bet it would be fun! I went to Prague last year and it is such an amazing place! Love your photos xxx

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  20. Looks like your family made a great decision! I LOVE that clock :)

    Paula
    lifeasweknowitbypaula.blogspot.com

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  21. We have not changed vacation plans at the last minute - but after seeing all those amazing shots, we're going to need to at some point! :)


    The Many Faces of Princess Nagger

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  22. beautiful... never been and we generally donèt change plans. but good for you for rolling with it

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  23. I love traveling... so if I have not visited the place, I would be up for it. Looks like fun!

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  24. Wow, I never ever would've thought to visit a place like that, but it looks awesome! I think I'm gonna wait till my little ones are older though--had enough of traveling through time zones with crying babies, ha! Yours looks like she did the best thing there is to do--sleep!

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  25. These are great photos! I love Europe. I lived in Germany twice over a period of 7 years. Here's my page from my hobby blog where I posted a photo from my visit to Prague at
    http://1camera1mom.blogspot.com/p/my-first-cameras.html

    Thanks also for linking up on Amanda's Books and More! I'm so glad I got to see your post. :)

    Tina - American mom raising 4 kids in South Africa
    http://abooksandmore.blogspot.com

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  26. Yes, we have changed plans in the past, & it's led to wonderful adventures.

    Prague is a place I've wanted to visit for a long time--I envy you!

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  27. Beautiful pictures!! My sister has been there a couple of times, but I've never been.

    I've never changed my plans last minute - I think that would give me major anxiety LOL.

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  28. I just adore Prague! What a fascinating city. Thanks for dropping by my site.

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  29. Love the Cathedral pictures in particular. Thanks also for hooking up with my Wordless Wednesday. Hope to see you back next week.

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  30. WOW what terrific photos! I have never been to Europe but would love to go someday. Everything is so beautiful.

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  31. What a dream come true!! We have it on our bucket list to go to Prague...but not sure if that wish will come true? Thank you for sharing, so enjoyed it.
    Laurie

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  32. I am just in awe over the architecture. Extraordinary. No wonder you have such fond memories.

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  33. I want to travel more. Love those pictures, wow, breath taking!

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  34. Yes, I find that last minute trips are the ones which end up being the most fun. Those are spectacular photos! I want to go there too someday :)

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  35. I agree with you, change of plans can turn out to be a delightful adventure! You never know what great thing comes next :) Love your photos, thanks for sharing! I especially like the cathedral windows here.

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  36. Looks like a beautiful place to visit! Hope I can go there one day, I love traveling. :)

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