We are continuing to enjoy our time in Avignon and, as I mentioned in last week’s post, now that the weather has cooled, we’re seeing more of the city. Musée du Petit Palais, was on our list of sites to see. Housed in a building not far from the Palais des Papes, it dates back... Continue Reading →
Annecy, France
We visited Annecy on our very first trip to France close to 30 years ago. We spent an afternoon there, loved it, and hoped to return again one day. Our first visit was in April, and it was a perfect time to visit; just a few tourists, the weather was mild and the snow-capped mountains... Continue Reading →
Monet’s Garden Then and Now
Twenty-five years ago theTravelsketcher, our daughter and I took a trip to Europe with my sister and her family. We started in Edinburgh, where we strolled along the Royal Mile and visited the castle. From there we went to York where we enjoyed the Shambles and other famous sites. London was our next stop where... Continue Reading →
Oregon, My Favorite State
Throughout our marriage, theTravelsketcher and I have taken multiple trips to Oregon. Portland is his hometown, and we have family and friends who live there. In fact, we plan on moving there when we return to the states later this year. I have been fortunate to have visited many locations around the globe, but in... Continue Reading →
A Weekend in Amsterdam
When we were planning our trip to Italy and Croatia this past spring, we never dreamt it would include a weekend in Amsterdam, but things have an odd way of working out at times, so off we went. We had originally planned on taking trains to most of our destinations, which is super easy here... Continue Reading →
A Week in Split, Croatia
Split is a party town according to many of the Croatians we had conversations with during our stay. It’s famous for its nightlife and lively club scene. We saw many groups of visitors clearly in town for a wild weekend - women and men decked out in beach wear, skin tight clothing, and bright shiny... Continue Reading →
Beautiful Villages of Umbria and Tuscany
Umbria and Tuscany are both beautiful places to visit filled with art, architecture, history and hidden treasures; one could easily spend months there and still not see everything. The hillsides dotted with ancient villages seem to be so numerous that it’s hard to pick just a few to visit. They’re all picturesque, welcoming and will... Continue Reading →
Thinking of Spain
For those of us in the Northern Hemisphere, getting away from the chill of winter to a warm, sunny destination is always a treat. And since it has been particularly cold here in Normandie, a break from the winter blues is much needed. We have had snow, freezing temperatures, and when it finally warmed up... Continue Reading →
Flower Shops
There’s something about gently falling snow that is so idyllic, peaceful, and quiet. Falling snow is mesmerizing and creates a cozy atmosphere while one is sitting next to a warm fire, watching it create a white blanket to cover the earth. We enjoyed a little snow a few days ago; here’s the view of our... Continue Reading →