There isn’t a certain formula for creating the perfect trip. Some people like to just “wing it” and figure it out as they go. Some like to meticulously plan for months ahead, and then some do a bit of both. I’ve done all of the above, but I love planning and researching so, for me, that’s a big part of the […]
I just posted this on a friend’s Facebook page, as a response to her question asking for travel ideas. She is contemplating going on a cruise and then possibly renting a car so she can see more of Europe after the cruise. Below is my response. I’ve cruised both Eastern and Western Mediterranean with Royal Caribbean Intl., rented a car […]
Her Facebook post said, “I want to wake up in Paris on my 40th birthday.” I replied, “Then do it!” She instantly “Liked” my comment. To propel Ruth out of “like” mode to “action” mode, I shared with her my life motto: “If you want something bad enough, you will do whatever it takes to make it happen.” Within a matter […]
I grew up loving France. The language, the bread, the people, and the music were all a part of my life, even though I lived in England. There are so many places in France that I still have to visit, but here are some of my favorites…so far. Colmar is the third-largest commune of the Alsace region in north-eastern […]
I sent the following information to a friend who was flying from San Francisco to Italy with an overnight layover in Paris, France. He had never travelled internationally before and wanted to leave the airport to see some sights. The following is what I sent him. Once you are in Paris, you won’t be able to check into your […]