From Strasbourg to Luxembourg

After our stay in Annecy, we took the train to Strasbourg. We had heard much about this beautiful city, the iconic cathedral and were eager to visit. Our primary reason for visiting was to see the famous cathedral - Cathédrale Notre-Dame-de-Strasbourg. Construction began in 1015 and wasn’t completed until 1439; talk about a labor of... 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 →

More on Cardiff and Beyond

During our time in Wales, we took a day tour offered by Tours of Wales. We selected the Mythical West Wales tour which included stops at Pembroke Castle, Tenby South Beach and Laugharne Estuary for the Dylan Thomas Birthday Walk. We are not usually drawn to tours, but this small group tour, with just two... Continue Reading →

Travel Quote

Travel changes you. As you move through this life and this world you change things slightly, you leave marks behind, however small. And in return life - and travel - leaves marks on you. Anthony Bourdain Sintra, Portugal

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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