One of the first steps in planning your trip to Europe is reserving a place to stay. Your budget, how many people are in your party, and your personal preferences, will help determine which lodging options you choose. Staying with a friend, couchsurfing, or staying in a hostel are the least expensive types of lodging available. Staying in […]
Posts from September 2015
Quote of the Week 25 September 2015
For once you have tasted flight you will walk the earth with your eyes turned skywards, for there you have been and there you will long to return. – Leonardo da Vinci
Driving around Dingle Peninsula, Ireland
The coast of the Dingle Peninsula in Ireland is beautiful! The best way to see it is to drive the circle on Road R559. My daughter and I were in Ireland last year and were excited to see the peninsula. We were staying with my daughter’s friend, S-. S- had a car and was willing to drive us […]
Quote of the Week – 18 Sept 2015
“Every one of a hundred thousand cities around the world had its own special sunset and it was worth going there, just once, if only to see the sun go down.” – Ryu Murakami, Coin Locker Babies
Paris Yarn Shops
Update: I visited more shops in September 2016. Read the update here. On my recent trip to Paris, I thought I’d check out the yarn shops. I’ve been knitting for a few years now and I always like to see what kind of yarn is available in places that I visit. I looked on the […]
Quote of the Week – 11 Sept 2015
“I am not the same, having seen the moon shine on the other side of the world.” – Mary Anne Radmacher
Planning your Itinerary – European Highlights
One of the first questions you ask when planning a trip is, “Where do I want to go?” There are so many possibilities in Europe, that you may have a hard time deciding. Where you decide to visit will depend on what your interests are. If you enjoy nature, you will focus on different areas than […]
Quote of the Week – 4 Sept 2015
“To travel is worth any cost or sacrifice.” Elizabeth Gilbert, Eat, Pray, Love
Nice, France – More than Just a Beach
The French Riviera, also called the Côte d’Azur, or Azure Coast, extends from the Italian border to Saint-Tropez. The beautiful coastline and blue water drew artists and writers to the area at the beginning of the 20th century. After WWII, it became a popular tourist area and today is home to many celebrities. Nice is the […]