Dutch Windmills

An Empire Founded On Wind Throughout history most empires have been founded using the power of swords, cavalry and war ships but there are a few whose tools were trading, manufacturing and exploration. Four hundred years ago there was an emerging world power based on just that formula. This nation was known by a numberContinue reading “Dutch Windmills”

Around The World In 30 Days

Our Travel Plans 2023 & 2024 My wife and I are well into our seventies so we’re sort of in a race to get more of our bucket list checked off. As you get older the urgency seems to grow and delays seem devastating. We’re back to major trips after covid and so far thisContinue reading “Around The World In 30 Days”

Kotor, Montenegro A Port Of Call

A cruise port off the Adriatic Sea that’s gaining in popularity recently as much for the historic old city as for the incredible scenery. Port of Call Kotor, Montenegro The old port of Kotor is ringed by steep limestone mountains and surrounded by fortifications built from the  Roman era to the Venetian period. It isContinue reading “Kotor, Montenegro A Port Of Call”

Our Atlas Of Destinations

Looking to travel? Interested in information on a specific destination? Click on any of the maps below for quick access to collections of links for articles on destinations grouped by region. Information on hundreds of cities, featuring character, attractions, using public transportation and more. ENTER SEARCH TERM Join Us Haven’t joined us yet? Sign upContinue reading “Our Atlas Of Destinations”

Patsy Ann of Juneau, Alaska

Join Us – We understand that the last thing you may want is more emails cluttering up your inbox, but we promise we’ll work hard to make this worth your while. Give us a try and if we don’t live up to our promise all you need do is click the unsubscribe link in ourContinue reading “Patsy Ann of Juneau, Alaska”

Destination Australia & New Zealand

The wonders of Down Under are ready to explore on a growing number of cruise itineraries. With Sydney being the most popular departure port with cruises circling Australia while others add ports in New Zealand to the itinerary. Visit the Sydney Opera House, enjoy the wineries of Marlborough or take a train to Australia’s BlueContinue reading “Destination Australia & New Zealand”