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Well, it’s not so, so bad. We only do this pilgrimage, annually, and try to break up the trip by spending the night with a friend along the way.

Lately, we’ve experimented with taking the car (packed with our belongings) on a train, so we get to enjoy the scenic route without the hassle...

I like the train idea better. But I suppose it can't be too bad if you break it up.