On to Elba!

It was a tearful goodbye at Borgo Villa Risi. Anna was sad to leave her friends. However, by the time we approached the port at Piombino we were all looking forward to the next part of our trip. The ferry dock is like most things in Italy...completely crazy with no rules and very little instruction. Yet somehow, it all gets done. We got ourselves and our car, along with hundreds of other people and at least 75 other cars onto the ferry for Elba.

We didn't really know what to expect of the ferry and the kids were very happy to find a play structure right on the boat.

It was a one-hour trip across the sea.

Our hotel, Relais delle Picchiaie, is really lovely. Our room is perfect. We have a large room for Wade and I and a separate room with two twin beds for the kids. They love that their side of the room has a sitting area, a fridge and its own TV. Tomorrow we'll go exploring the island and see what we can find.

So far, we've found this beautiful view (from the parking lot).

And this view (from the breakfast area).