Going Back In Time In southeastern France in the Rhone valley you’ll find the Tournon Lamastre Steam Railroad line. It features open-air cars (in the warm months), beautifully restored old steam engines and incredible scenery. About 125 miles north of the city of Avignon along the Rhône River in southern France is Doux Gorges, locatedContinue reading “Tournon Lamastre, A Steam Railroad In France”
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Todays Poster, Wurzburg Germany
Würzburg is a Baroque German city full of architectural masterpieces from various eras shaping the atmosphere of being from another era. From outside the city the two imposing towers of St. Kilian Cathedral – the fourth largest Romanesque church in Germany – point the way toward the old town. Würzburg’s famous landmarks include the Würzburg Residence with itsContinue reading “Todays Poster, Wurzburg Germany”
Cruising From Athens Port Of Piraeus – A Guide
Athens International Airport is a good distance east of Athens with the port of Piraeus even farther away. Still there are a number of options for getting to your cruise ship on your own, especially if you plan to spend some timein Athens before your cruise. Athens Airport to Piraeus Port by Bus The cheapestContinue reading “Cruising From Athens Port Of Piraeus – A Guide”
The Roman City Of Pompeii
Almost 2,000 years ago a wealthy Roman city, with a population of 11,000 to 15,000 people was located near the southeastern base of Mount Vesuvius, a dormant volcano. These Roman citizens enjoyed many beautiful public buildings, luxurious private houses that featured lavish decorations, furnishings and works of art. Mosaics covered the floors and frescos wereContinue reading “The Roman City Of Pompeii”
Getting To Rome’s Cruise Port
Flying Into Rome? Here’s Everything You Need To Know About Getting To And From The Cruise Port Of Civitavecchia By Train, Bus Or Taxi Getting To Your Cruise Ship In Civitavecchia Rome is one of the three largest cruise ports in the Mediterranean and it is the largest metropolitan area of the three which includeContinue reading “Getting To Rome’s Cruise Port”
Mediterranean Cruise Itineraries
Summer is cruising season in the Mediterranean and the major cruise lines are well established in the market and offer a wide variety of itineraries. There are a number of similarities in most itineraries with the two main embarkation ports being Barcelona and the port for Rome, Civitavecchia. A majority of cruises in the easternContinue reading “Mediterranean Cruise Itineraries”
The Intentional Travelers 