" How to Take the IC BUS from Nürnberg to Prague "

There are no direct train stops from Nürnberg to Prague.
The IC train or D-BAHN would have been our first choice otherwise.

It was an easy and smooth ride, as there were no delays and stopovers and
a double decker bus with large windows and enough space for seating.
It took us about 3-1/2 hours to get to Prague,
but the ride wasn't boring because you get a nice picturesque view.

The Nürnberg Hauptbahnhof station was a bit far from where we were staying.
So we had an early check out and instead of taking the metro, we opted to slowly wheeled our luggage while taking fotos.
We arrived half an hour earlier than we expected.
But we do not mind the wait, because the train station was already busy and not sketchy at all.




The IC BUS was easy to locate and a large placard was placed up front which i'm sure you couldn't miss it.



Be sure to check this chart before you embark.
We took the 09:40 am time slot.



Then when the bus finally arrived right in front of the train station,
the queue already looked like this.



This very pompous Bus DRIVER was just one of the things that could almost ruin your day.
Maybe, you would expect just a little help from him, like at least, help you lift your luggage and put it inside.
But NO, he even muttered some un-friendly German phrases which gladly I don't understand.
Mind you, we are just petite gals and the height of the bus trunk was just too high for us!
See how this lady cradled her luggage so she can put it inside.



Once inside, everything looks clean and new.
and also, it doesn't have that musky old smell.

There are no specified seating plans, I think you can't book ahead to reserve for a good seat.
But if you book earlier, you could get a better one.

We were on the 2nd deck, just behind the front seat.



This is what the PRINT OUT looks like.
I think there is a Free Wifi, but only in selected areas as well.



Here's another interior shot.
Also enough space to put your extras * Jackets/ hand carry *



A view like these don't come often so I savored it like there's no tomorrow.














From German adverts to Czech signs.
We were a few miles away from Charles Bridge.
Look at how the architectural details differ.



The bridge along the Vlatva river.


When we arrived at the Prague's train station. * hlavní nádraží *
Our driver from the Hotel * Domus Balthasar *
thankfully carried all of our baggage. ^-^




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" YARN BOMBING : spotted in MILAN and BAMBERG "

I have heard of Yarn bombing but have never really seen one.
So happy to have spotted them here in Bamberg, Germany and right at the center of their local market,
where a knitting/crochet store is located just steps away.
I have actually tried my hand in knitting, but I just couldn't get the patterns right,
the simplest I could do was a straight color pattern and that was only for beginners.
Ugh! I guess, I don't really have that enough patience when it comes to it. ^0^

My sister though is the opposite of me,
She could master the art of it by just watching a few you tube tutorials,
plus a very informative 1-euro magazine (with DVD) that we bought from Madrid. * what a steal!*
We would've bought the complete set had it been available for sale overseas.

She bought a hook and some yarns from the local market and could instantly whip up a coaster, mittens, a beanie and a dream catcher inspired crochet.
Very envious of her as I am writing this ... ^0^

Back to Bamberg though, It was Christmas time when we were there, so hanging this ornamental tree was just about right.



Cute Doll. Love the blonde hair! ^0^



I think this chair is one of a kind.



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And so, I thought my yarn bombing days were over after that trip in Bamberg.

When lo and behold!, When we were in Milan, Italy.
we spotted a dozen of trees lined up at the back street of our Hotel.

We stayed somewhere near Porta Romana area,
it was a bit far and away from the main sights like the Duomo, but we loved it,
mainly because of the quiet neighborhood and the fact that it's close to the Metro station.

On the day of our check-in, we had to wait for an hour or so before we could get to our rooms.
Not sure where to head first, we started taking a stroll at Via Vittorio Salmini .
There was nothing worth mentioning and we were literally just killing time, had it not been for these Yarn-ed trees.
Whoever made these, really took a lot of time and effort to get this beautifully done.

Now, If we could only incorporate these creative art works in my country...
Oh, but that's just wishful thinking. ^-^

Here's my series: Enjoy!



Just pretty to look at. ^0^














This tree wasn't yarn inspired but the handiwork was again commendable.
I am at one point so tempted to plucked out those pebbles. hehe.


and why not paint it with Fleurs inspired.


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