An 8 day visit to the main island in the Azores over Christmas time, detailing the pros and cons of visiting here. It’s beautiful and green but frequently rains, much like Ireland.
Visiting the Azores
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How Do I Love Thee, Vienna
Belvedere Palace Two years ago we first visited Vienna for five days and were so delighted by it that we returned again to this extraordinary Austrian city for the entire month of August. I love Vienna now even more than before. Here are fourteen reasons why. There are almost 1,000 municipal parks in Vienna, including … Continue reading How Do I Love Thee, Vienna
India: A Tapestry of Diverse Experiences
India, a land steeped in history, culture, and natural beauty, offers a plethora of captivating destinations for travelers seeking unforgettable …India: A Tapestry of Diverse Experiences
Varanasi: The Spiritual Capital of India
If you already know something about India, it might be that you have heard of the ancient city of Varanasi, one of the oldest continually inhabited cities in the world. Kashi, which means city of light, was the ancient name of the city and it was part of a kingdom from 2500 years ago. Indeed, … Continue reading Varanasi: The Spiritual Capital of India
Taj Mahal: India’s Crown Jewel
Taj Mahal early in the morning As part of my two week trip to India with the UK-based Explore travel company, we took an early morning to the Taj Mahal in Agra. We had to leave our hotel at 5 am so we could get in line at one of the three entrance gates before … Continue reading Taj Mahal: India’s Crown Jewel
India: Noisy And Crowded But Magnificent Too
Picture a noisy, crowded and dirty big city. Horns constantly blare, vehicles quickly and closely roar pass you as you are forced to walk in the uneven street. An old woman holding a baby stands in your way with her hand out. This is India. Now imagine a royal fortress high upon a mountain, with … Continue reading India: Noisy And Crowded But Magnificent Too
Five Days in Lisbon, Portugal
The beautiful city of Lisbon reminds some people of San Francisco: it's hilly, there are trams everywhere, it's beside the water, and it even has a big bridge built by the same company that constructed the Golden Gate Bridge. If you visit Lisbon, one thing I recommend you do is take the Yellow Bus tram … Continue reading Five Days in Lisbon, Portugal
The Beauty of Andalucia
From where we live in Spain, we can see the Mediterranean Sea. It's a beautiful sight to behold, of course. But we like mountains too and hubby Rick and I are both from Chicagoland. This is not a place with mountains or even big hills of any kind. When we go out for a drive … Continue reading The Beauty of Andalucia
US Author Nancy Klein in Spain 