Rome - Day 1

Our train left Munich Sunday night at 9p with an ETA of 9:30a in Rome.  The couchette had 3 beds on each side and lucky for us they only put 4 not 6 in this small space. Sleeping 4  was challenging enough, it would be very awkward to maneuver with 2 more.  

Sleeping on the train was not that bad although awake by 5:30, I was left staring at the walls for quite some time.  The 12 hour train ride ended up taking 15 hours and we didn't arrive in Rome until 12:30p.  Tip:  Always take snacks and drinks with you in case you are delayed AND the food service was not available.  We were not able to talk with anyone on the train so I really don't know why it was late nor why the meal service was not available.  Ella was literally jumping off of the walls (and climbing and doing pullups) for the last 4 hours of the trip.

Once in Rome, we took the bus to our bed and breakfast in Trastavere called Hip Suites.  We stayed one night at Hip Suites and 4 nights at WRH Trastavere.  Hip Suites is a very nice place, perfect location and the staff were overwhelmingly nice and accomodating.  We also found WRH to be incredibly helpful.  We owe Marie at WRH many thanks for reservations, suggestions and simply helping us find out way. As soon as we were checked in we rushed to find food and of course gelato.

Trastavere is a lovely neighborhood, local feel with small narrow roads and many Romans going about their busy days.  We walked across the river and strolled around the colosseum area and Trevi fountain.  Our first day in Rome was very relaxing as we looked forward to the days ahead. good luck to throw a coin in the fountain The money is collected daily (average 3000 euros) and given to the homeless