Tag: Castles

Travel Quote

When people ask me why I still have hope and energy after all these years, I always say: because I travel. Gloria Steinem Château de Domfront, France

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Splendid Spoleto, and a Guest Blogger

Located in central Umbria is the picturesque, hillside village of Spolteo. Known for Roman ruins, olive groves, vineyards and its imposing medieval fortress located high on a hill, this city is yet another fabulous place to include on your Umbrian itinerary. Spoleto is also known for the famous music and drama festival which my dear... Continue Reading →

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More on Peñíscola, Spain

Most people come to Peñíscola for the beaches, but there are many other activities and sights to see including Castillo de Peñíscola aka Castillo de Papa Luna. Located at the top of the highest point in the area, it’s quite impressive to see. Construction began in 1294 by the Knights Templar on the remains of... Continue Reading →

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European Family Road Trip

I just love a road trip; loading up the car, seeing interesting destinations along the way, and usually some beautiful scenery as well. I have fond memories of summer family road trips when I was a kid; we’d all pile into the big Plymouth Fury, arguing about who got stuck in the middle, whether we... Continue Reading →

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Travel Quote

One’s destination is never a place, but new way of seeing things. Henry Miller Changing of the guards, Cyeongbokgung Palace, Seoul, South Korea

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Travel Quote

Twenty years from now you will be more disappointed by the things you didn’t do than by the ones you did do. So throw off the bowlines, sail away from the safe harbor. Catch the trade winds in your sails. Explore. Dream. Discover. Mark Twain (or possibly H. Jackson Brown Jr.) Visiting Crichton Castle with... Continue Reading →

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