We all slept really well in the hotel, thanks in part to the cocktails! We got up, found a Dunkin, and headed to our final destination. The trip took way longer than we anitcipated. First, Theresas tire was low on air and we had to stop at two gas stations to find an air machine that worked. Then, the traffic was really rough in places, particularly around Philadelphia. There were no easy rest sto Read on...
We awoke about 8, got ready, and went to have some breakfast. Our daughter slept in so we brought her some food when we went back. We admired the views of the sea from our Airbnb one last time. It was neat to see the in and out of the harbor all day and night.
We walked over to the waterfront near the bus station and waited. It was very nice to watch the sea. Soon we were on the bus back to the a Read on...
This is where the hike to Huchuy Qosqo starts. From Taray, find a taxi who will drive you about a half an hour up to the trailhead for Huchuy Qosqo.
Today is going to be the last Sunday that nobody is allowed to leave home. I doubt that many businesses will be open next Sunday, but at least leaving the house wont be cause for arrest. As things start to open up in Cusco, everybody I know is worrie Read on...
Overnight rain and a ‘fresh breeze had us wrapped in warm clothes until midmorning before a beautiful day with a few wispy clouds flowing through. We explored the town from its outskirts and within and came to the opinion (not verified), that Ceduna was a place. The port at Thevenard had huge silos and gypsum exporting facilities. Being a coastal town, a sheltered, small boat harbour for the lo Read on...
From Glacier Bay to College Fjordwas a long sail. During the day we did our walking, and then we rose to the fourteenth deck to the golf course. We had played it a few times, giggling more than golfing. For this our farewell game, the wind was pushing its way around the ships superstructure, which usually gave some shelter for ones putting. Today, if the ball was hit just right (wrong), the wind Read on...
With the coffee and croissant refreshing me I was ready for the next part of my morning . It was only 10.15 and I knew that the major service would take until lunchtime . I needed to waste another hour at least before I could find a cafe for my early lunch with yet another double espresso on the cards . If I had not been called up by then to tell me the car was ready I had already earmarked a walk Read on...
I have to write the day of the week in these notes, because here the days are so different from at home. The weekend is Thursday and Friday, so Sunday is an ordinary weekday in every respect.
Today I ventured off on my own. My objective was to see a museum in the restored house of a former, beloved leader. Except, the taxi took me to the Dubai Museum . It was wonderful! What I took to be the whol Read on...
The official English translation for this coastal road the Croatians call Jadranska Magistrala (officially called State Road D8) is misleading. It is not a highway at all, but a scenic, winding road along the Croatian Adriatic coast. If you are in a hurry, take the freeway. It is toll road, which was built further inland, courtesy of the EU and other private investors. If you have time, we do to s Read on...
San Gimignano in Tuscany. Often called the Medieval Manhattan San Gimignano is known for its numerous stone towers. Built from the 13th century for defensive purposes, fourteen of an original seventy towers remain standing. Historic Centre of San Gimignano. UNESCO World Heritage site. DSC_0322p1
In the late afternoon was a special excursion to San Gimignano. We really regretted not taking a cab f Read on...
Im a planner. Im a plotter, Im an organizer and Im a dreamer. I can be a bit of a romantic, an adventurer and an information seeker.
I know all of these dimensions about myself because of travel. I have learned I have an insatiable appetite for information when I am planning a trip. I have learned that I want to plan and plan and plan, but I dont want to create a rigid travel itinerary. I want to Read on...