Dad Michael OOPs.....You guys are making memories that will last a lifetime. You must act as our tour guides when we go over. Does Venice really look like that? The outdoor cinema in Santorini makes me want to go to Red Rocks. Maybe we can when you get back. You both look young and healthy which speaks for the benefits of touring the continent.

Dad Wish I was there. After seeing Venice and Santorini, I will be going. Is there a bluer sky? I can't tell you how great it is to so,ehow

Heather I just spent nearly one hour cruising through your pictures, and that was not nearly enough time! I must admit that I was accompanied by a box of tissues. I don''t know why I am crying--is it because of the incredible, historical sites you are visiting, the sheer beauty of everything, or because you look like you are having so much fun, or is it merely because I WANT TO BE THERE with you. You guys are doing a nice job of chroniciling your adventures. I am looking forward t more details when you get home. Denver is now into it's 20th day in a row of over 90 degrees! We miss you. Hope you got your birthday card, Nick. Travel safe!

Laurie Happy Birthday, Nick! I doubt that you will ever be able to top this birthday ... and Kelly, you make Greece sound so wonderful that we are all here figuring out how to get there someday. Have a wonderful, wonderful week! love, Aunt Laurie

Gramma and Donna Happy Birthday Nick!!! Love You!!! Gramma and Aunt Donna

Mom Happy Happy 22nd Birthday Nick. I thought 21 was fun but 22 beats it by a ton. Love you both and miss you lots. Have a wonderful Day!!!!! Mom

Gramma and Donna Gramma wants to know why you got kick out of the Cathedral? and who was flipping who off? lol Greece sound and looks amazing! have fun! love you miss you!

Dad What beautiful places your seeing & the pictures & captions are terrific. I wonder if you should consider wearing the helmets full time - you look good in them, they protect you from falls & pigeons. Can't wait to hear the stories behind the pictures. Love Dad

Emilie Your pictures are fab and I looove the comentary! I am soo happy for you two !! Missing seeing your faces around work! Am going to Paris in September with a girlfriend of mine! will want tips from the experts!! Ciao! Emilie

Gangsta B Ahhh these are all so amazing. You should become travel agents because obviously you know what you are doing! Thanks for the inspiration...I'm going to start saving for a trip of my own!

Phillip I can't wait to hear how you like Santorini. Its one of the nicest places I have been, and you guys know how much I have traveled. I want to take Brittney there ASAP, out of anywhere in the world. I'm so jealous. Take lots of pictures of the white buildings and sunsets!

Adam Looks like you guys have had some great stops already! Have a good time, be safe, and if you get in trouble just say, "Prego" - it pretty much means everything in Italy. Take care - Adam

Dad Great stories & pictures, I'm glad your enjoying the food. You guys stimulated dreams of travel for us. I do have one question - on the jumping pictures how do you get such height, thinner air, hidden trampoline, trick photography? Enjoy the ride and watch out for jellyfish. Love Dad

Zach Man, this really nice blog and all me and jeremy get are "Some really nice people"...damn, not even courteous to remember our names, how dare thee Haha I'm just kidding. It was a blast to meet you guys and I hope you have a great trip and meet a thousand more Ben's who will as i quote"drag" you to the hard rock cafè! much love -Zach and partially Jeremy who is still bitter about Barcelona

Ash P.S. I meant to tell you I completely agree with you on the bullfight! And you would be surprised to know how many Spaniards are actually against the tradition themselves. A lot of it has to do with their incorpartion into the EU...after that, western values kind of looked down on it as cruel and inhumane (which it is). But yes, it is not as prized a tradition as it once was...but it still remains popular (as I'm sure you saw). I refused to go to one when I was there, but I think it is good you experienced it.