The Alps looked incredible from above from someone who has never flown over them before.
We landed in Milan around noon and grabbed a quick bite before taking the train to the coast.
Pretty much the Grand Central Station of Italy.
We got our first look at Vernazza in the evening as our train came in.
It was a long hike up to our Airbnb from town.
Approximately a thousand feet of elevation gain as you can tell from my sweat.
Can't beat those Airbnb views. Except with a little better weather.
A diagram of the cities in Cinque Terre. Our Airbnb was at Prevo.
The dinner spot. First pizza in Italy.
Vernazza by night.
Last shot of the night as we headed back to our Airbnb for bed.
Our walk into Cornelia, where we took the train up to Monterosso.
A little overcast and wet as we walked down to the station.
We ate our breakfast while admiring this ripped structure on the beach.
The color of the water was super entrancing.
An old cemetery on top of a hill in Monterosso.
Umbrellas yet to be opened in the early morning in Monterosso.
The Disney movie "Luca" is based off the towns of Cinque Terre, I'm sure you can see why.
Early lunch. Yummy!
Walking through Vernazza.
Next destination! Just a few miles away.
So many beautiful alleyways on the ways through the towns.
Golden hour vibe check.
Sunset in the final town, Riomaggiore.
Looking back at the golden light on the colorful town.
Leaving the water, one last look at sunset on the rocks.
Dad was obviously enjoying the morning sunshine.
The locals were enjoying the local sunshine even more...
The walk up the path to the top of the city, with a garden included.
Immaculate sunset views.
The backdrop of the hazy mountains puts this view over the top.
Another look at the beautiful chapel.
Always keep your camera strapped, even in the car.
Momma Brophy looking beautiful as ever.
Madeline's Napkin art in Madrid.
Nice low windows in our top floor Airbnb room.
The bustling streets of Madrid did not disappoint.
Shadowy views as sunset hit.
Exploring the royal palace midday.
Mom was still able to make our pajamas, what a legend.
The views of old Segovia contrasted with new construction.
We found out that Meghan's new dyed hair and red lipstick matched the painting on this wall.
Not so bustling streets on Christmas but oh so beautiful.
Exploring Portugal the day after Christmas and the city of Fatima, where a miracle took place.
The Chapel was beautiful up close and expanded for thousands of feet to the back as many Christians make pilgrimage to this spot yearly.
Overlooking the valley from the beautiful steps of the Airbnb.
So kind! She said I was handsome!
Katherine posing under the Christmas lights of Seville.
There are even horse-drawn carriages!
We stayed the night just outside Rota in the first house we stayed, so we could get an early flight out in the morning.
