Pella, Iowa

It took us about 4-1/2 hrs to get there, but we stopped at an antique shop along the way and I bought Mom's Christmas gift, a depression glass platter ... More

It took us about 4-1/2 hrs to get there, but we stopped at an antique shop along the way and I bought Mom's Christmas gift, a depression glass platter to add to her collection. The hotel was nice, with a pool and hot tub, but we set off to explore the town and grabbed a sandwich at the festival. There was a parade, and it seemed that the whole town turned out for it. We browsed the shops and got the layout of where things were for tomorrow, then went back and relaxed at the pool. We could have had continental breakfast at the hotel, but decided to opt for some dutch pastries and espresso drink... Show Less