We are ready for our epic adventure! After having visited 125 countries we were looking for something we could not do or see anywhere else in the world and the rare and endangered mountain gorillas filled this desire. The world’s entire population of these magnificent creatures, estimated to be around 1000, live only in the…
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…
I admit initially not knowing where in the world Azerbaijan was located. Our desire to visit this country was inspired by my husband Rick’s and my search for places around the globe we had not yet ventured to – after having already set foot on the soil of 120 countries. Finding just such a pocket…
Taipei is dramatic – animated crowds, wild traffic, vivid signs that leap out from every angle along the streets of Jhongjheng District where our Taipei M Hotel is situated! Around each corner are eatery selections galore, convenience stores, a short walk to some of the city’s fine sites and to the main metro station. Each…
