Beginning our journey to the Estonian island, Saaremaa, was quite simple, we hopped on a 4 hour ferry and then an hour bus ride. We have spent four amazing days in the stunning town of Kuressare. First arriving, we made our way to the Tuule Villa, a nice guesthouse overlooking the Baltic Sea. Looking from our balcony, you could see the crests of the crashing waves. Later that afternoon, we walked the streets in amazement of how charming and beautiful the town was. We found ourselves in a chocolate shop, Kalev. It is said that Kalev is the best chocolate in all of Estonia. We decided to order hot chocolate and a piece of Strawberry Shortcake. To our surprise, the hot chocolate came out much like a hot creamed whipped topping and you ate it with a tiny spoon. IT WAS AMAZING! Hot chocolate will never be the same! Needless to say, we went back two times! (Jess, you would have loved this!)
The next day, we went to the majestic Kuressare Castle. The castle stands on an artificial island ringed by a partly filled moat. This is the best preserved castle in the Baltics and is the region's only medieval castle that has remained intact. We roamed through the passageways and rooms. However, we were unable to read much of the information about the castle, because nothing was in English. We walked around the moat of the castle that is the Town Park. The remainder of the day we relaxed on the balcony taking in the view of the Baltic Sea.
For the next two days, we had an luxurious time at the Spa Hotel Meri. Kacee had a MaltiSpa, where she was covered with a Sea Salt peel, wrapped in Chocolate mousse, and given a facial. A massage was also included in this package. Jay had an hour long massage with a lady named, Olga. Just kidding, the massage part is true. We were completely pampered! That's not all. The view from our balcony was completely breathtaking. To the right, you could see the Baltic Sea stretch for miles and miles. And to the left, you could see the stunning Kuressare Castle. This special treatment was due...man, Kacee needed a break!
We were somewhat sad to leave this beautiful island, but we know more great things lie ahead.
Right now, we are on a bus heading to Tallinn, the capital of Estonia. Yes, we are back on budget mode. Oh yeah, we plan on having more hot chocolate!
The next day, we went to the majestic Kuressare Castle. The castle stands on an artificial island ringed by a partly filled moat. This is the best preserved castle in the Baltics and is the region's only medieval castle that has remained intact. We roamed through the passageways and rooms. However, we were unable to read much of the information about the castle, because nothing was in English. We walked around the moat of the castle that is the Town Park. The remainder of the day we relaxed on the balcony taking in the view of the Baltic Sea.
For the next two days, we had an luxurious time at the Spa Hotel Meri. Kacee had a MaltiSpa, where she was covered with a Sea Salt peel, wrapped in Chocolate mousse, and given a facial. A massage was also included in this package. Jay had an hour long massage with a lady named, Olga. Just kidding, the massage part is true. We were completely pampered! That's not all. The view from our balcony was completely breathtaking. To the right, you could see the Baltic Sea stretch for miles and miles. And to the left, you could see the stunning Kuressare Castle. This special treatment was due...man, Kacee needed a break!
We were somewhat sad to leave this beautiful island, but we know more great things lie ahead.
Right now, we are on a bus heading to Tallinn, the capital of Estonia. Yes, we are back on budget mode. Oh yeah, we plan on having more hot chocolate!
6 comments:
Hi guys! I hope you're having a wonderful time. Sorry I have not been able to message you until now. I miss you lots! Have fun and be safe.
Fran
Estonia sounds like a great place for a chocolate lover!
I' planning to go to Tallin next month and I can't wait!!
Miharu
HELLO HELLO
i miss you guys
i admit it has been a few days since i read and commented but, yes, please continue....it is wonderful to live vicariously through your adventures!!!! love love love the stories and people you are meeting ... continuing finding and eating chocolate...it is good for the soul and everything else, as you already know!!!! xoxoxo sis
p.s. love the cities listed to the right of the site ... pretty cool to watch the list grow ... as of know, i still did the 1st 1/2 with you .... soon i will dwindle down in comparison .... wish i was there!!! xoxo
Hey Guys, bring back a hot chocolate for me, well sounds like your having a blast. talk to you later. love e
I read your postings almost everyday. Sounds as if you are having a wonderful time with some great experiences. Wish we were with you. Stay safe and remember that we love you and miss you.
Mom
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