For those of you who have been following our blog, you will recall that last year we were the winners. So the pressure was on for us to defend our title.
Our team assembled early on a crisp, sunny March morning. Roland our team leader and school teacher, Ann his wife and colleague of Mike’s at the clinic on the base, Cyn and Mike and Marlene, the manager of the clinic lab and former resident of Hawaii. Gotta’ love the kamaiana gals. Our destination – the medieval hill town of Asolo.
Asolo is one of the most charming historical villages of northern Italy. It’s located on the hillside with breathtaking panoramic views. Surrounded by old medieval walls, a castle and a fortress it can easily be explored on foot. But there are many narrow streets and hidden alleys that can easily hide a treasured monument or landmark – making it perfect for a scavenger hunt.
Asolo was once the home of exiled Queen Caterina Cornaro, famous Italian actress Elenora duse and many other notable talents. The famous poet, Robert Browning and his wife adored Asolo and made it their home for many years.
We were handed our list of 33 items to find, photograph them and meet at the restaurant Due Mori by 1 pm. Four hours to complete the “hunt.”
We were off and running. Ok – most of us were walking as three of us were still recovering from bronchitis.
We are pleased to announce that we came in first again. Well we tied with two others. The winner was decided by one photo and it was awarded to other team. Oh well, there is always next year.
Check out our (almost) winning photos Here!
Ciao for Now!
Cyn
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