The Church of the Holy Sepulchre

Without question the holiest site in all of Christendom is located in the Christian Quarter of Jerusalem. It represents the location where Jesus was crucified and where his body was laid to rest. Today there is a high level of certainty that the location has been actually identified. The Church of the Holy Sepulchre TheContinue reading “The Church of the Holy Sepulchre”

Today’s Featured Poster • The Ha’penny Bridge, Dublin, Ireland

In Dublin, Ireland there is a famous pedestrian bridge called the Ha’penny Bridge. It is one of the more famous symbols of Dublin and is over 200 years old (1816). The sweeping arch of the iron bridge spans the Liffey River in downtown and is a protected historic landmark. Come along as we explore historicContinue reading “Today’s Featured Poster • The Ha’penny Bridge, Dublin, Ireland”

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International Travel Insurance

A recent incident and a conversation with a travel friend highlighted the importance of international travel insurance. Please note that this is written with a focus on American travelers but we are also aware of similar plans offered in Canada and other countries. You will need to explore options based on your home country. ThereContinue reading “International Travel Insurance”

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The Rhône River Valley

A Tour Through The Center Of France Recently we spent a little over a week visiting the Rhône region of France which extends from Marseille, through historic Avignon, Arles, the Roman city of Vienne, Lyon, France’s culinary heart and west of the Rhône in the Beaujolais wine region including visits to some quaint Provençal villages.Continue reading “The Rhône River Valley”

Random Images • Aboriginal Music Lesson In Sydney

Photography is my obsession and when traveling the world often images just present themselves. Most are random impressions with little context but some seem to suggest at a self contained story. Still others leave me wanting to find out more about what I stumbled upon. Here’s a glimpse of just why we travel… An AborigineContinue reading “Random Images • Aboriginal Music Lesson In Sydney”

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International Hotel Reward Programs

Like everything else, the hotel/hospitality industry has evolved over time in size and approach to marketing. They’ve grown from a handful of major names like Hilton and Holiday Inn, each with a reputation based on the market segment they try to serve, into mega-corporations. These newer brands feature large collections of brands ranging from economicalContinue reading “International Hotel Reward Programs”

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