Apparently I missed Julie Andrews aka Maria knocking on my door last night. She needed help with the Von Trapp children as there was an almighty, banging, crashing thunderstorm that I also failed to notice!

Today has been another wonderful experience, a trip to Verona - home of Romeo and Juliet. The visit to 'Juliet's Balcony' is included in the itinerary but was insignificant in comparison to the real history and sights of the city. Had a proper Italian lunch, spaghetti and red wine at a pavement trattoria and a good walk before finishing my day with a chocolate and nut ice cream!