With a week left in Italy, a jaunt from Naples to the isle off the toe of Italy’s boot sounds like a place to zero in on, and specifically to Palermo, the capital. Our ten hour ferry ride is relaxing and fun nestled in our private cabin with bunk beds, our own facilities – only…
Nestling in Naples The city of Naples (Napoli to locals) at first glance appears tattered and unloved with its grime and rampant graffiti, but its charm takes a gripping hold along the old narrow streets bustling with activity. Round a corner and the scenery morphs into spacious squares with fine architecture; palaces, churches and castles…
In the realm of archeological sites, the mention of Pompeii is highly recognized around the world as the ancient city destroyed by a volcanic eruption. It is a thrill to be at the entrance, and to tick off yet another famed site from our bucket list! The scope of Pompeii is mindboggling. The ruins spread…
Sitting high on a promontory overlooking valleys and rivers is the Old Town of Luxembourg. For over 1000 years these gorges were paramount to the city’s defense. Walking the pedestrian promenade of “Chemin de la Corniche” we are in for some fine views as it winds its way over the former ramparts (a UNESCO site).…
Brussels is the dashing capital of this eccentric little country, with comic book fanatics, sublime chocolates, great beer, and a boy peeing in a pool as its national symbol. Our plan is too seek out these eccentricities and also the chocolate/beer treats, but our first stop is the Grand Place. This square is well-named, as…
