My travel plans accelerated a bit over the past week with the departure to Europe for a Viking river cruise moving up by 3 days. This change allows me to make a quick visit with my dad ahead of surgery to remove cancer. Join me on my journey via Amsterdam to Geneva and Berne before… Continue reading Springtime jaunt on the Danube
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River Cruising on my mind – Christmas Markets in Germany
Not sure if it was the rainy week or my lengthy discussion with travel colleagues last night that got me in the mood for the magic of Christmas Markets in Germany. I reminisced back on my 2015 trip along the Danube which was just wonderful. This experience should be on everyone's bucket list at least… Continue reading River Cruising on my mind – Christmas Markets in Germany
Hawaii – Final reflections
Awesome scenery, great friends, and lots of delicious meals made this week fly bye quickly. Overall the trip exceeded expectations with the weather being the only thing that could be improved. Well rested after a good night sleep at the DoubleTree hotel overlooking Hilo bay, we returned our Chrysler 300 to Hertz and went through… Continue reading Hawaii – Final reflections
A Royal day in Honolulu
This morning's getting up was worth it as we were the first group to enter the only royal palace in the U.S. located in the city center of Honolulu. Our docent Joanne introduced us to the beauty, artistry, and history of the Hawaiian Royal Family. The tour took 90 minutes and took us from the… Continue reading A Royal day in Honolulu
Waikiki continued…
Nothing beats a local guide when visiting a new place! Jim had grown up here and he toured us around in expert fashion. Thanks Jim! From dinner at a food truck to dancers at the international market place to scenic vistas on Round Top Drive, we got it all in one afternoon. Fantastic first day… Continue reading Waikiki continued…
Bonus Blog – The “slow travel” movement
With time running away and the world speeding up, it is sometimes hard to find a moment to experience things they way the once were. For example, I am a big fan of Europe's high-speed trains which have brought Europe's capitals much closer together, but there is something to be said for the scenic routes… Continue reading Bonus Blog – The “slow travel” movement
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