Is Beg-Packing Acceptable Or A Complete Disgrace?
Most readers of this blog already know my response to that question. My ire was raised by a recent discussion that was taking place on Facebook. I had never even heard of the term beg-packing prior to...
View ArticleNew Home In Valencia Spain at last.
After our very long and intense search for a new place in Valencia, I’m happy to report that we found a really wonderful apartment to call home for the next year, maybe even more. The saying “all...
View ArticleIs Leadenhall Market London A Unique And Astonishing Place?
Yes, yes, and yes! Leadenhall market London is an extremely beautiful and unique covered shopping market in the financial district. It is quite the popular destination for Harry Potter fans who know it...
View ArticleAwesome Victoria and Albert Museum Delights. Why Visit?
Victoria and Albert museum in the Borough of Kensington and Chelsea area of London is in my book a must visit. I am kind of surprised at myself that it took this long to check it out! I just had no...
View ArticlePostcard From Fascinating Krakow Poland
Hello from the gorgeous city of Krakow! I would have to describe it as a very wow city. The weather however is not so wow. Reminds me of London. Rain one minute, windy and overcast the next. It was...
View ArticleWhy and How To Visit Sad But Monumental Auschwitz
I debated about writing of our visit to Auschwitz and Auschwitz 2 (Birkenau) for quite a bit. It was a very horrifying place where so many people lost their lives and l didn’t want to dilute the story...
View ArticleCool Useful Krakow Guide For Mature People
The secret is out! I am spilling the beans right now. Krakow is not just for youngsters and party lovers! It is a vibrant and colorful city that dates back to the 7th century and offers something for...
View ArticlePostcard From The Land Of Haggis. Scotland
I realized later on that l had booked this trip to Edinburgh and Glasgow much too soon after our Poland trip. Seemed like there was no time between unpacking and packing again, and off we went. I do...
View ArticleLove, Hate And Severe Unease In Warsaw Poland
I wasn’t sure of how l would feel about Warsaw to tell the truth. Being that l had really liked, make that loved Krakow made me think Warsaw was going to be more of the same. We had spent the first few...
View ArticleHow To Travel The World By House Sitting Podcast
I know it’s been a while since we had a “podcast with expats” episode, but with all the travels we did the last year, detailed on our looking back recap post there was just very little time to make it...
View ArticleFascinating Glasgow Guide. See, Eat And Where To Stay
Glasgow, Scotland exceeded my expectations. I knew it was beautiful. I knew it had loads of castles. I knew Sean Connery was from Scotland and that lots of movies have been filmed there, not to mention...
View ArticleHappy Experience Aboard The Royal Yacht Britannia
Royal Yacht Britannia is the now decommissioned yacht of Queen Elizabeth II. It is permanently moored at the Ocean Terminal, Leith in Edinburgh. We got a chance to walk in the royal footsteps aboard...
View Article3 Travel Trends That Really Make Me Angry
You knew it was just a matter of time before l had another rant. I have been stewing over two of the three trends l am going to talk about for at least 2-3 months when l found out. The first makes me...
View ArticleHow To Pick The Best Shoes For Flat Feet
If you’re like me, along with a few million others, you have flat feet and suffer some pain on an almost daily basis. You probably curse your luck, and who’d blame you?. I know l do! I have also made...
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Cost of Living in Valencia Spain 2017 Edition
It’s that time of the year again. In the tradition of things that we started back in 2015 for Spain, here is the latest update that reflects the prices this year. There are a few minor changes that...
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7 Actually Amazing Museums In Italy To Visit
Italy as you know, is a must-visit country for most people. Yes, I am biased as this is Federico’s birthplace, but there is no denying that it ticks the boxes for a lot of people, including me! Among...
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How to spend a day in Madrid, Spain
A week in is barely enough to scratch the surface of this wonderful city, never mind a day in Madrid! It is however possible to get a sense of its magnificence in 24 hours or less. Madrid is one of our...
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Greetings From Rome Italy On A Beautiful Fall Day!
Greetings from beautiful Rome! I am so happy that fall has finally arrived and the weather has been just wonderful. I was a bit apprehensive as it had been raining hard for a few days before our...
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Food Tour In Rome With The Roman Guy Is Excellent
Our two weeks in Rome has come and gone. We always return with good memories and this time was no different. We were delighted to visit family, revisit old favorites as well as discover new ones. On...
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You Will Love Palazzo Doria Pamphili in Rome Italy
No matter how many times you visit Rome, there is always something new to see or experience. Such was the case with our recent visit. The Palazzo Doria Pamphilj was a place l had entertained visiting...
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