Betsy Ray, 21 years old, heads off for a solo tour of Europe. From the moment she casts off, her journey is filled with adventure. It's rich fodder for a budding young writer, and Betsy's determined to make the most of the experience. If only she could stop thinking about her ex-sweetheart, Joe Willard. When a handsome, romantic Italian goes overboard for Betsy, she has a big decision to make.