Europe

Kiev – A Marvel of Churches and Monuments

Our Kiev Ukraine Travel Article by Irene and Rick Butler Click Our Ukraine Photo Gallery By Irene Butler… The ancient city of Kiev (Kyiv), believed to be at least 1500 years old, is known as the cradle of Slavic civilization. Three brothers and a sister are the legendary founders of Kyiv, named after the oldest…

Germany Excerpt from “Our Book” Trekking the Globe

“PROST to München!” we toasted Munich Germany, the big city with small town ideas. Gemütlichkeit is what Germans call the convivial atmosphere of Bayern’s (Bavaria’s) capital. Even the uptight northern Germans come here to unwind in the vibrant setting of beer gardens shaded by giant chestnut trees, cavernous raucous beer halls, and endless eateries serving…