There was a time when you did not visit Philadelphia. The northeastern cities of the United States, in general, were best avoided. People are flocking back to rejuvenate the downtowns and reclaim the good city life. We spent 10 days in Philly over Christmas. … Read More ›
Places we’ve been
Three days in the Cote d’Azur: In and around Nice, France
Cours Saleya Market, Nice France It is Sunday morning and the market square in Nice is coming alive surrounded by the pastel 500 year old buildings of the Cours Saleya. A dusty pink sky turns pale blue as chirping birds welcome… Read More ›
Three Days in Vienna
Vienna is an hour bus ride from Bratislava. In spite of this, over the last year, we rarely made the trip. To me, Vienna is Bratislava’s living room. Accessible, but a bit too fancy to be much fun. However, if… Read More ›
Three days in Alghero, Sardinia…
If you close your eyes and imagine an Italian seaside port replete with winding cobble stone streets, fishing boats moored in the harbor, muted light playing across red and yellow centuries old buildings, and perfect al dente pasta, that’s Alghero…. Read More ›
3 Days in the Tatras Mountains of Slovakia
When Igor and Vlasta ask us to go to the Tatras Mountains, we pack. What better way to see the central region of Slovakia than thru the eyes, and with the support, of two locals. I had read an editorial… Read More ›