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Todays Images • Mykonos

The Iconic Windmills Of Mykonos. Traditionally, these windmills are heavy, three-story buildings made of stone, are circular in shape, reflecting the simple yet functional design typical of the Cycladic islands. They were primarily built by Venetians in the 16th century and continued to be constructed into the early 20th century for milling wheat. Mykonos isContinue reading “Todays Images • Mykonos”

Exploring Caribbean Cruising, Part 2

One of the most popular destinations in the cruising world is the Caribbean, including the Bahamas. Taking a three, four or five day cruise out of Florida is a great way to sample cruising at a very inexpensive price (some 3 and 4 day cruises are as inexpensive as $200 to $300* per person). RoyalContinue reading “Exploring Caribbean Cruising, Part 2”

Somerset Bridge • The Worlds Smallest Drawbridge

Going To Bermuda’s Famous Somerset Bridge A Short Story Recognized As The Worlds Drawbridge As part of a recent cruise we spent two days in Bermuda and struck out early to see all we could. The first day we made it by ferry to Hamilton, where we spent the morning, took a bus out toContinue reading “Somerset Bridge • The Worlds Smallest Drawbridge”

Dunmore East & Nearby Waterford, Ireland

The port of Dunmore East is located very near the city of Waterford and while Dunmore East has a small harbor it is not an industrial port. The larger ships visiting are primarily cruise ships. The town itself is a quant seaside village with galleries, gift shops and restaurants and some nice walking trails alongContinue reading “Dunmore East & Nearby Waterford, Ireland”