While Barcelona may be the gastronomic heart of the Spanish Mediterranean don’t overlook the Balearic Islands, and Palma de Majorca. Nowhere in Spain is tapas practiced with more imagination and flare. In 18th-century Spain tapas were served at guest quarters, taverns and bodegas, that provided meals for travelers. Since few people could read or write,Continue reading “Sampling Tapas in Palma de Mallorca”
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Rome’s Trimani Enoteca, a Wine Bar
After a long day walking thru Rome and a late lunch on the Via Veneto finding a wine bar for happy hour would be just the place to unwind. Trimani Enoteca A good choice would be the highly rated Trimani Enoteca which genuinely deserves the praise it gets. Trimani has been a name in RomeContinue reading “Rome’s Trimani Enoteca, a Wine Bar”
Port of Call Venice, Italy
One of the worlds truly great cities and a favorite of Mediterranean cruise itineraries. Venice isn’t just a city but a romantic journey. Find out what to expect when you visit.
Bitten By The Travel Bug
My First Night In Rome A Short Story Back in the spring of 1965 for high school graduation I went to Italy with a relative. It was the first time I had left the United States and it was to be a great adventure. The way things worked out as we traveled around I hadContinue reading “Bitten By The Travel Bug”
Gibraltar Apes – Fat and Lazy
Visiting the Rock of Gibraltar should include a trip to see the Gibraltar apes and to explore the caves and tunnels inside the Rock.
Once Upon A Time In Rome
A Short Story about three coins in the fountain and an urn in the Vatican Museum
The Intentional Travelers 