To Leongang

The train is a regional train, not the high speed we normally take. We forgot how noisy, bumpy, and rocking a normal train can be.

The three-hour ride to Salzburg is unremarkable. After Salzburg, the scenery becomes increasingly beautiful as we climb into the Alps following a river through a valley. Just as CJ is remarking this would be a beautiful river for whitewater rafting, canoeing, and kayaking, he spies two rafts.

We are climbing into the Alps.

We pass Zell am See and its picturesque lake.

Our suite is gorgeous. It has a large sitting area, two balconies both with mountain views and in different directions. It has a king comfortable bed, shower, double vanity and a walk-in wardrobe not that we need it.

Our small group of nine assemble for welcome cocktails. Klaus arrives with a double magnum (3L) of a Austrian sparkling rose.

After drinks we have a cooking class with Elizabeth. She is one of the owner's daughters.

Dinner is part of the package and is a set menu. Each couple must purchase a bottle of wine to be shared with dinner.

The restaurant decants with the most unusual decanters. These decanters are designed to serve single pours when used by someone trained in their use.