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Hello Budapest

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When mentally listing what cities and countries we will return to, Budapest definitely makes the cut. This city has something to suit every traveler, from high brow to low, and at every price point. The backpackers have ruin pubs and kebabs, culture seekers have classical music (except in September) Continue Reading

From Delphi to Lefkada in Greece

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We checked out the site of the Delphic oracle for a couple days, and then it was time to bus it to our next destination. The beautiful island of Lefkada.  The hotel folks just shook their heads.  Why?  Because it is complicated.  Buses are probably the best way to get around, but it isn't exactly Continue Reading

Prague Impressions

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Prague is a beautiful city and an absolute pleasure to visit. In eastern Europe, the impact of the history and especially government history continues to influence the appearance of the city and the personality of the people. The atmosphere and environment here was more colorful and positive than Continue Reading

Eating at Kispiac Bizstro in Budapest

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After weeks in Germany and the Czech Republic, you would think we were done with the heavy food that this part of the world is known for but no. We are always on the lookout for exceptional meals and Kispiac Bisztró came highly recommended and didn't disappoint. The quality of the food was Continue Reading

Gorgeous Buildings in Prague

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One of the few things I remember from my first visit to Prague 15 years was the candy-colored buildings. This is a view of our block, where we stayed in one of the few white buildings. The lovely building we stayed in. Art Deco detail in Prague's Jewish quarter. If you like Continue Reading

25 Days in Berlin…Fun!

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And so, time in Berlin has come to a close (for now).  What a wonderful time in a city that I fell in love with in 2010. Such youthful spirit in this city!  So much positive energy everywhere.  People like to have fun! Last time I was in Berlin in 2010, I had the chance to walk around and Continue Reading

Out and About in Berlin

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A lovely Sunday at the Tiergarten biergarten. Fresh haircuts! View into Museum Island, home of the Pergamon Museum. I love the layering of history evident in every glance in Berlin. The Reichstag cuppola. There was an excellent history exhibit about the building which described Continue Reading

Visiting the Pergamon Museum in Berlin

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Matthew enjoying the audio commentary. The Pergamon Alter Going through the Ishtar gate -the eighth gate to the inner city of Babylon constructed in about 575 BC by King Nebuchadnezzar II. The Processional Way of Lions! Closer. Roar! In the next room, the Continue Reading

Our Time In Rome

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After spending 5 days in Venice, we were off to Rome!  Or if you prefer...Roma.  We kicked things off upon arrival with a wonderful  evening at La Gatta Mangiona rated one of Rome's best pizza joints.  I think we went back again the next night.  Then, we had a wonderful time hanging out with our Continue Reading

Berlin is Awesome

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Quintessential Berlin: Fashion, street art, graffiti, apartment buildings with courtyards, and the ubiquitous outdoor seating. There is so much fascinating adaptive re-use in East Berlin.  Cassiopeia is an old factory area turned beer garden that has a skateboard ramp, climbing walls, and Continue Reading

Noose Tie

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Spotted this in Cologne the other day.  Another strong statement against corporate life. The imagery is great, and it provokes many thoughts in my mind. Since I completed my Bachelor of Commerce degree 15 years ago, I have worked at 5 different jobs some at small to medium sized companies, Continue Reading

Bodyweight Workouts: How to Work Out While Travelling

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Other than family and friends, one of the things we were saddest to leave behind was our crossfit box, Tidal Crossfit. We only found the place 4 months before leaving and didn't want to lose the significant strides in our fitness level. In North America, there is usually an understanding Continue Reading

Cycling in Tuscany Italy Near Lucca

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Tuscany, Italy is a top cycling destination for many reasons. Day after day of sunshine, stunning rural scenery, fabulous food and wine for refueling, and best of all, considerate drivers. Lucca attracts cyclists of all abilities with pedestrianized streets, an easy loop of the castle walls. We Continue Reading

How to Buy Produce in Spain and Italy

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We were at the Cortes Ingles check out with groceries when the cashier disappeared with the cucumbers. And right, we forgot our crucial role in the process again. Here's what we learned about how to buy produce in Spain and Italy. First, put on your produce glove!   No Continue Reading

Eating While Travelling

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There are two kinds of travel destinations: the ones you go to for the food and those you go to despite it. Experiencing what and how other people eat reveals so much about a place and culture. Having visited Lisbon, Spain, Croatia, and Italy so far, experiences with food have been mixed. There Continue Reading

Chillin’ in Lake Como

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I admit it. The reason I wanted to go to Lake Como since because I had heard George Clooney has a house there (which was featured in Oceans Twelve). I didn't think we'd see him but figured he had good taste. The trip to northern Italy was not only a relief from the heat but had incredible scenery Continue Reading

Lake Como Italy – A Break From City Life

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After visiting Venice and Rome we were ready for some time outside of the city.  Life can get hectic when you are in the city, especially in Rome where there is so much to do, and you feel like you should go for it, and take it all in. So, we rented a car in Lucca, and drove North to spend a Continue Reading

Supermoon 2013 In Lake Como

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Space activity has always captivated me.  Stars, shooting stars, meteors, comets, Mars, eclipses...and Supermoon 2013 in Lake Como! After a nice relaxing time in Lucca, we moved on to Lake Como to escape city life a while longer.  We got a place high up on a mountainside that offered a Continue Reading