Wednesday; making tracks

The train was crowded this morning owing to a breakdown on another train. A lot of grumbling on the platform and tempers frayed as people attempted to shove their bags and cases into already jammed overhead storage.  Luckily I bought our tickets in January.  Even more lucky was the fact that I took advantage of an upgrade to1st class for 10€.  

So while most people were packed like sardines in a tin, we were arranged like the finest Atlantic Salmon wrapped in fluffy blankets.

We arrived in a torrential downpour. People crowded the exits, reluctant to make the mad dash to waiting taxis and buses.  No matter; we're now ensconced in our hotel.  Extra shows the view from our room.