The "crazy" peak occurred when they tried to find their way back in the dark. Their GPS failed, leading them through a thicket of brambles that Dasha insisted was a "shortcut." Just as panic began to set in, they stumbled upon a tiny, glowing cafe in the middle of nowhere. The owner, an elderly man who seemed completely unfazed by two scratched-up tourists carrying a trophy cheese, served them the best coffee of their lives and shared stories of the village’s eccentric history.
Things took a turn for the surreal the following afternoon. Armed with a local map that looked more like a child’s drawing, the duo set off to find a hidden waterfall. Three hours later, they weren't at a waterfall; they were in the middle of a local goat herding festival. Before they could retreat, they were swept up in a vibrant parade, draped in traditional flower garlands, and somehow entered into a cheese-rolling contest. Anya actually won a small wheel of smoked Gouda, which they later realized was the most substantial meal they would have all day. dasha anya crazy holiday