On the Rašín Embankment on the Vltava River in Prague stands “The Dancing House”, sometimes referred to by its nickname Fred and Ginger. The structure is so unique that the building is recognized around the world. It was erected on the site of a building destroyed by the U.S. bombing of Prague in World WarContinue reading “Dancing House Prague”
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The Prague Astronomical Clock
Visiting Old Town Prague In The Czech Republic In the center of Old Town Prague on the face of the medieval town hall is a truly remarkable clock. Its origins date back to the year 1410 AD when the city was the capital of the Czech Republic. The Prague Astronomical Clock is the third-oldest astronomicalContinue reading “The Prague Astronomical Clock”
Hell Squared In Hungary
We’ve done a great deal of traveling with a fair amount in third world countries and maybe it’s that I’m getting older but the past 24 hours have come near to hellish. We planned this trip to start in the Balkans with the first half ending in Budapest. The plan next had us taking aContinue reading “Hell Squared In Hungary”
Prague (Praha), The Czech Republic
Peddle boats fill the river throughout the day on the weekend. A truly amazing city. Mazes of cobblestone streets, castles and churches around every corner with layers of amazing gardens climbing the hillsides. In the evening at dusk people are drawn to the river as if it’s a celebration of another beautiful day in thisContinue reading “Prague (Praha), The Czech Republic”
The Lennon Wall Prague
The John Lennon Wall Prague (With 3 Ns Not 2) John Lennon was and is a hero in Prague – even though John himself never visited Prague in his life. In Mala Strana, near the French Embassy, you’ll still find the John Lennon Wall. The wall that is nothing special has been named Lennon´s sinceContinue reading “The Lennon Wall Prague”
Remembering D-Day & Visiting The Normandy Beaches
The Beaches of Normandy, France The Normandy landings were the landing operations and associated airborne operations of 6 June 1944. The Allied invasion of Normandy in Operation Overlord often referred to as D-Day was the largest seaborne invasion in world history. The operation began the liberation of France along with western Europe. Should your travel plans bring you to the western coast of France orContinue reading “Remembering D-Day & Visiting The Normandy Beaches”
The Intentional Travelers 