I don’t know where I’m going, but I’m on my way. Unknown Cornwall, UK
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 →
Travel Quote
My greatest pleasure is to travel down an unfamiliar road. Marty Rubin Normandie, France
More on Dublin and Beyond
According to Conde Nast Traveler, Dublin is one of the top ten friendliest cities in the world, and we certainly found that to be true during our time there. It is also filled with interesting historical monuments, a vibrant music scene and is a great place for foodies as well. My previous posts have shared... Continue Reading →
Travel Quote
Stop worrying about the potholes in the road and enjoy the trip. Babs Hoffman Saint-Céneri-le Gérei, Normandie, France
More on Dublin, Ireland
Last week I started off my Ireland series with a post on our visit to the Guinness Storehouse, click here to read that post. Here are a few of the other sites we visited during our stay. Christ Church Cathedral was founded in the 11th century and was rebuilt in the 12th century. Part of... Continue Reading →
Travel Quote
Travel doesn’t become adventure until you leave yourself behind. Marty Rubin Peñiscola, Spain
Guinness Storehouse, Dublin, Ireland
When I was at university studying food science and nutrition many years ago, my professor took the seniors on a field trip to Grant’s Brewery in Yakima, WA to learn about fermentation. He arranged for the master brewer to share the details of brewing and fermentation with us, after which we got to try the... Continue Reading →
Travel Quote
The quote I’m sharing this week is from my dear friend Shirley Riley, she said this after reading my post about Amsterdam. Sometimes it’s the unexpected detours that lead to the best destinations. Shirley Riley, PhD. Great quote Shirley! Pembroke Castle, Wales