I travel not to go anywhere, but to go. I travel for travel’s sake. The great affair is to move; to feel the needs and hitches of our life more nearly; to come down off this feather-bed of civilization, and to find the globe granite underfoot and strewn with cutting flint. Robert Louis Stevenson PeñÃscola,... Continue Reading →
Toasting Sunsets and Murmurations in PeñÃscola, Spain
Old town PeñÃscola, often referred to as the Gibraltar of Valencia was voted one of the most beautiful villages in Spain in 2013. With its white-washed buildings, vibrant blue and copper accents, it’s a beautiful and inviting place to linger. After entering through one of the three entrances, as you stroll through the maze of... Continue Reading →
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Live life with no excuses, travel with no regret. Oscar Wilde PeñÃscola, Spain
Another Trip to Paris
It feels surreal to live so close to Paris and to visit whenever we want. We drive 30 minutes to the local train station, park our car in the free, long-term parking lot, hop on a train, and two hours later we’re in the heart of Paris. Before heading to Spain we enjoyed a few... Continue Reading →
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America is my country and Paris is my hometown. Gertrude Stein Paris, France
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 →
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Travel is about the gorgeous feeling of teetering in the unknown. Anthony Bourdain Badwater Basin, Death Valley, CA
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 →
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Traveling offers you a hundred roads to adventure, and gives your heart wings! Ibn Battuta Golden Circle, Iceland