Seville - Spain
Exploring Seville' end of day: Visited Plaza de Espana and Alcazar; witnessed religious processions before enjoying tapas dinner with cool breeze by hotel sidewalk as we prepared for Lisbon midnight...
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We have been writing since early 2000. In total we have written 426 posts.
Cordoba – Spain
Discover Cordoba's rich history and culture in this blog post where friends persuade us to visit, leading to a memorable journey via AVE train for an affordable price compared to France. The Mezquita...
Evening in Seville - Spain
Exploring Seville's heart after an afternoon in Cordoba: secured tickets for Lisbon trip; enjoyed a stroll by river at dusk witnessing 'Torre del Oro'; indulged in tapas bar ambiance, missed flamenco...
Seville - Spain
Explored historic Seville: admired Cathedral (Guinness World Record), wandered Santa Cruz district with orange trees and narrow lanes; enjoyed tapas, Paella dinner by the Bridge of Triana under a...
Alhambra - Granada - Spain
Explored Alhambra's Moorish palaces and gardens, enjoyed local dining before reminiscing in California-style at Chile Grande. Avoided peak times with early planning; the Taj Mahal comparison remains...
Granada - Spain
Exploring Granada: Sun-soaked streets led us from historic churches along Darro River to hilltop St. Nicolas Church with Alhambra views at sunset; despite Smart Card Media hiccups, we enjoyed Rick...
Madrid - Spain
Embarked on a European spring trip, visiting Madrid and Lisbon via Paris in May '05; experienced ground delays but enjoyed local cuisine & architecture before taking an early bus to Granada for the...
Vienna - Austria
Vienna trip: Positive hotel experiences in Amsterdam/Berlin contrast with Novotel's inconvenient location and transportation issues; cab ride costly but scenic train journey, Melk visit inspiring...
Happy Holidays
2004 wrap with trips to Italy and Greece, plus a few short jaunts captured in photos & cross-stitches of Pamela framed this November! First picture frame experience too! #travelgoals...
Loire Valley
Explored three French Loire castles: Blois' multi-style architecture, Chenonceau'de luxurious garden and Catherine de Medici’s widow residence; visited Chambord with its unique double spiral...