Venice at Carnival time, Simply Magical !
VENICE at Carnival Time, Simply Magical ! Enchantment I first visited Venice when I was 19 while traveling throughout Italy. I was impressed by the many ancient monuments of Rome still standing and the glorious Renaissance art and architecture of Florence, but I was truly enchanted by Venice with its unique lifestyle of water travel,…
Bouillabaisse anyone ? – La Mere Germaine !
Bouillabaisse anyone? La Mere Germaine in Villefranche sur Mer ! Read our previous posting “Villefranche sur Mer – Idyllic and upscale!” Why would you go to France … for the culture? the beauty? the outdoor activities? the entertainment? the shopping? the food? Yes, all of the above. As for us, while we strive to…
Le Guanahani, exquisite resort on très chic St. Barth
Le Guanahani Resort on St Barth Have you ever happened upon a place while traveling and felt an instant attraction, a strong desire to return and enjoy its pleasures? Well that is exactly what happened to Denis and me while driving in our open-air jeep around the très chic island of St. Barthélemy, otherwise known…
EARLY SUMMER ON THE RHINE WITH AMAWATERWAYS
EARLY SUMMER ON THE RHINE WITH AMAWATERWAYS Switzerland, France, Germany and The Netherlands Summer came early this year in the heart of Europe and we were there with AmaWaterways to enjoy it. The landscape was green, the flowers were in bloom, and the sun was shining … a lot. Mid-May, slightly prior to peak season…