We are HOME!

We finally arrived back in the Bay Area and to our families about 2 hours later than expected but arrive we did.

A few delays and potential connection miss almost spoiled our return, but in the end we made it home after a great, exciting and educational adventure. In case you wondered with all our luggage, which had multiplied.

On our way back to America

As the trip come to an end, we are getting ready to travel to the airport for our flight home. We look forward to seeing everyone when we return.

I am very proud of your daughters, they did an amazing job.

I hope you enjoyed this blog of our excursion and I will post some final photos upon our return.

Mr. D

Venice back to London

We all woke up early to make our way by water taxi (very cool way to travel) directly to the Marco Polo Airport. It was a beautiful morning to travel for 30 minutes on the water.

Our check-in and flight on Easy Jet were fine. Once everyone figured out how to beat the system of luggage weight. (Only charged 54 euros for 6kg over when we were at least 25kgs over)

Make sure to ask about the new carry-on luggage that Malika, Christy, and Danielle purchased.

We arrived at London-Gatwick airport and made our way over to Heathrow and our final hotel. Our flights begin at 11:25 am tommorrow as our adventure concludes.

We will be one journalist short as Deniz is off to her family and internship.

Venice Day 3

Today the group had the opportunity to continue their exploration of Venice after a morning "slide slam." The numbers of beautiful photos that they have taken is outstanding.

We also made the decision to FedEx the cameras and lens back to Harker. (luggage issue again)


Shopping and eating gelato was a main stay of the day for many. It was quite warm and humid but it did not deter them. Ms. Blair and I made sure that they were hydrated as the day progressed.

Stephanie, Erica and Deniz ventured in to the Basillica and enjoyed seeing the building that dates back to the 11th century.

After a nice time to rest and bond with their roommates, we all dressed up and went out for our last "fancy" meal of the trip. We found a wonderful little Italian place off one of the alleys and had a private dining experience. The menu consisted of 3 courses, each getting to choose from a wide selection.

After dinner we made our way to our favorite gelato place for our last scoops. ( for Talon Alumni who were on Europe trip one, it is the same place) Amanda had 5 scoops this time which was a total of 10 for the day ands 26 scoops over the 3 days. Stephanie met the Wong, Chang challenge and also devoured 5 scoops at one time, for a total of 15 for the trip. Another 5 scoop eater, Tianna.

Venice Day 2

Today began with an hour of looking for stories in St. Marcos Square. The girls broke off in to groups of two and went hunting for stories. They talked with tourists, square vendors, families, and Danielle and Mahum went to the local police station and interviewed them, the official police translator was very happy to help them.






Some of the stories they found were: Pigeons; good or bad for Venice, Will Venice last another generation, and The language barrier and the tourists to name a few.





After the interviews they had to write their article in a 45 minute time limit. They all did a good job, only a few will need re-working. Once they completed their written assignments they were off to photograph Venice.




It was also our second birthday of the trip, Erica turned 15.

We ventured out to a dinner in a small cafe. Then made our way back to St. Marco's Square for some music and fun in the square.

One more from Venice Day 1

A FANTASTIC GROUP!!!

A photo requested by Chris Doll.

The View from Hotel and a Canal