Perched on a hill overlooking the Danube, the Castle District of Budapest dates back more than 700 years. King Bela IV staked his claim here so that he could ward…
Budapest offers much to explore. Our two days there went so quickly. We did cram a lot in, though, and I want to inspire you to visit this intriguing city…
The D’Orsay, a gem of an art museum, was just voted on Trip Advisor to be the #1 museum in the world! By happy coincidence, I visited this elegant museum…
Ah, Paris. This is the #1 city destination for travel, according to the recent Trip Advisor poll. I’ve fallen for the charms of this City of Light, and I’ve included…
San Francisco is one city I will never tire of visiting. It’s a city built on steep hills navigated by iconic clanging cable cars. The wharf offers a variety of…
San Diego offers so much to visitors. Beaches, parks, historical architecture, a renovated Gaslamp district for nightlife, and outstanding restaurants for any kind of cuisine you fancy. Having lived in…
Did you know that half of the 12 top-rated architectural wonders of the US can be found in one small area of the country? And the area can be covered…
Every spring people wait eagerly for the Truckee River to fill with runoff from the snow-covered mountains. Once the river is healthy, it’s rafting season! Why Is the Truckee River…
Sometimes booking an Airbnb or similar home rental makes sense. For most of my travels, I line up hotels, but sometimes the benefits of an Airbnb shine. I recently spent…
When I travel, I love looking into tours that can bring a location to life. Sometimes these are free walking tours, as I took in Edinburgh some years ago. Walking…