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Arriving in Annecy by train from Chamonix, we set out to explore the past and present of France’s Venice of the Alps. This extraordinarily picturesque city is nestled in the Haute-Savoie region of southeastern France. With its charming canals, stunning lakeside views, and well-preserved historical architecture, Annecy offers a rich tapestry of history, culture and gastronomy.… Read the rest
Rovinj is a really pretty little coastal town with a stunning old town and its own personality. The town centre, complete with a picture perfect marina, makes it very popular with tourists. Even at this time of year, just past the peak of summer, when the weather (or at least the water!)… Read the rest
After a day out and about in Rovij and surrounds we make our way to Pula for the evening.
Roughly a 40 minute drive along the beach lined coast, Pula is another charming seaside town on Croatia’s Istrian Peninsula.… Read the rest
Leaving Karlovy Vary behind us, we are on the road to Hluboká nad Vltavou and its stunning Chateau amidst the rivers, forests and fields of Southern Bohemia. Actually, our destination is Cesky Krumlov but after a few hours in the car we are ready to stretch our legs and as calm our nerves.… Read the rest
After a bit of a lazy start this morning we head out to explore some more castles and spa towns in the West Bohemian area of the Czech Republic. We have Loket nad Ohří and Mariánské Lázně in our sights.
Surrounded by a loop of the river Ohří, this tiny town almost becomes an island.… Read the rest
Prague is glorious. We have arrived late August in Prague and while the night has a certain chill to it, the days are long and still relatively summery. Jan greets us at the airport and we have been whisked away on a Czech adventure.… Read the rest
… Read the rest”Surrounded by mighty stone walls and guarded by a castle, the fortified town of Fuentidueña was established around the eleventh century in the Duero River valley, a contested frontier region between the Christian and Muslim ruled territories of the Iberian Peninsula.
Bryant Park is located in the heart of Manhattan, New York City, between 40th and 42nd Streets, and Fifth and Sixth Avenues. It’s adjacent to the iconic New York Public Library and surrounded by skyscrapers. And, with the number of people here this evening to see a movie, it’s not hard to believe that it is one of the busiest public spaces in the city.… Read the rest