You're so right about the beauty of spring in Italy. The last trip my darling John-Charles and I made was April 2001 to various parts of Italy, but especially Abino. We spent 10 days there taking in the mud baths. We didn't want to leave this breathtaking corner of the world. Your biking route has to be one of the most gorgeous and scenic in the area; and, as usual, your photographs are outstanding. Thank you, my dearest Manfred, for taking me down memory lane this morning to a time which was so magical and beautiful during my precious short time with my darling John-Charles. Luv ya bunches! Sweet Caroline