The Acropolis Museum The view of the Acropolis from inside the Acropolis Museum. The museum is one of the most important museums in the world, houses the findings of only one archaeological site, the Athenian Acropolis and its surrounds. The masterpieces that form its collection offer a comprehensive overview of the one of the worldsContinue reading “Todays Image • A Window With A View”
Category Archives: Europe
Best Advice on Packing for a Cruise
Our Guide To Making A Cruise Packing List It can be difficult to know exactly what to bring on a cruise, making packing a challenge, especially for first-timers. When you’re out in the middle of the ocean, you can’t just run to the convenance store to pick up an item you forgot. Before you startContinue reading “Best Advice on Packing for a Cruise”
D-Day WWII • Revisiting Normandy
The Invasion Beaches of Normandy, France After almost eighty five years after the landing a visit to the beaches of Normandy is an emotional experience. After our day there we firmly believe that if you want to see Paris – spend several days at a minimum but do not pass up any opportunity toContinue reading “D-Day WWII • Revisiting Normandy”
Todays Image • Spring On The Arno
Our favorite Italian city, Florence is a not only a historic and beautiful city begs to be explored, but a celebration of the Renascence in Europe. Featured here is the Ponte Vecchio, a medieval bridge that crosses the Arno River in Florence. It is one of the most famous bridges in the world and isContinue reading “Todays Image • Spring On The Arno”
Todays Image • Esztergom, Hungary
Esztergom, Hungary is located about 44 miles from Budapest and was originally the religious and political center of Hungary. Featured above is the Basilica of Esztergom, Esztergom Castle and Vizivaros Parish Church. The Basilica of Esztergom, is a Roman Catholic basilica and the largest Christian building in Hungary. Located on a hill high above theContinue reading “Todays Image • Esztergom, Hungary”
Barcelona, the Heart of Catalonia
Based on recent events, we thought it might be a good time to promote one of our favorite cities. We have visited Barcelona several times as well as passing through on our way to join cruises along with day stops while cruising. This city has so much to offer it belongs on a short listContinue reading “Barcelona, the Heart of Catalonia”
