Day 4: Another Relax Day!

Though planning to be Hike Day, Thursday turned into another Relax Day after yesterday's bike effects took hold. The short 2pm-4pm mountain drive in search of luggage to replace my damaged big boy brought us to some magnificent vistas.

Adjacent to the car park, enjoying lunch! 
Little towns spotted the mountainsides...
Flowing streams, wild flowers and narrow roads... nothing prettier... except her: )
I'm drawn to photos through colored flowers. 
Just a little stressed having parked in the on coming lane (nobody around) until some car came around...Oops, no time to position,  smile or focus! 
Nearly in every direction was a beautiful peak. 
The cloud formations added a surreal feel to what was already eerie beauty. 

Enjoying the 90 degree indoor pool with a view. 

They do a nice job with flowers and mountain visibility! 

And yes,  it's a 2 person relax day! 

Again, trying to show only the buffet appetizer plate with sashimi, truffle mozz, smoked mozz and an onion ring... but as you'll see, there are a few other food photos...I couldn't resist! 
We love Italian barbera! 


Sunset lighting and a small rainbow... great power table! 
I had to include this dish... shaved truffle on mini pasta, with farm butter and wild mushrooms. A spectacular flavor. 
Every night we were welcomed with a themed sign. 
And the dessert was a pear ricotta and toasted cakes. Both of us believe the food is superb!


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